5 new mobile games to try this week – January 9th, 2025

  • Run a sushi restaurant for Very Important Penguins
  • Defeat virtual monsters by clearing IRL chores
  • Auto-run through an enchanted grove with forest spirits

Everyone seems to enjoy novel video games! The thrill of a fresh game that we eagerly anticipate, as the screen begins to load and we step into an unexplored realm, is simply irresistible.

Without a doubt, it seems like there are countless new mobile games available these days, making it hard for anyone to keep up with the latest releases. To help make things easier, here’s a brief roundup of 5 exciting new mobile games you should check out this week. This list includes hidden indie treasures as well as highly anticipated AAA titles.

Hope this helps! Enjoy exploring and discovering your next favorite game!

Let’s get on with it!

 

1 Habit Kingdom

Available on:
iOS + Android
Find out more about Habit Kingdom

If you often find yourself procrastinating household tasks as grown-up responsibilities can feel tedious, don’t worry, many people share your sentiment. It’s tempting to postpone chores when there’s a long list of engaging games on your phone. However, Habit Kingdom is here to help change that by offering its own gamified experience. Intriguingly, the more tasks you have waiting, the higher your score!

Does it sound counterintuitive? On the contrary, Habit Kingdom turns mundane chores into epic quests where you defeat monsters to save the world by completing tasks on your to-do list. By crossing items off your list, each task you accomplish translates into in-game actions. This motivational gameplay will have you organizing your messy desk and maintaining a clean house swiftly, and who knows, perhaps even helping you conquer those lingering New Year’s resolutions as well!


2 Atomic Champions

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Atomic Champions

Why do some people find crushing bricks so gratifying? The Atomic Champions game offers a unique experience where you shatter bricks using enhanced skills granted by booster cards, introducing exciting new gameplay elements as you progress to each new stage.

By increasing the number of power-ups on your cards, you’re ready to go head-to-head with your global competitors in lively brick-breaking battles, where charming creatures known for their demolition skills take control. These animals love nothing more than busting through obstacles!

3 Archero 2

Publisher: Habby
Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Archero 2

Once more, Habby has returned with Archero 2, the follow-up to the widely played Survivors-like action roguelike game that currently boasts over 200 million players. It’s up to you to save the world from the malevolent Demon King by making thoughtful decisions about which skills to employ.

Should you stumble – and it’s likely to happen repeatedly – don’t worry! The game’s roguelike nature ensures a quick return, this time with enhanced, advanced, and exciting abilities at your disposal. You can also engage in exhilarating player-versus-player combat or delve into the Boss Seal Battle and Trial Tower for additional archery-packed challenges.

4 Penguin Sushi Bar: Idle Game

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about Penguin Sushi Bar: Idle Game

Penguins who adore fish and mouthwatering sushi are a perfect pair, as suggested by HyperBeard’s delightful new mobile cooking simulation game. Now available on Android, with an iOS release scheduled for later this month, the game is called Penguin Sushi Bar. In it, you’ll be preparing fishy dishes in your very own sushi restaurant to cater to prestigious penguin clients, or as we like to call them, Very Important Penguins.

Gather proficient penguins to enhance your kitchen productivity, or enjoy leisure while these penguins excel in their tasks, even when you’re not present. The delightful design and tranquil background music create a soothing atmosphere that makes the whole experience relaxing.


5 A Kindling Forest

Available on: iOS + Android
Find out more about A Kindling Forest

In this game resembling roguelike auto-runners, you’re called upon to combat an ancient evil, accompanied by mystical woodland spirits. Swerve past dangerous vines and fire at colossal spiders to rescue the day. Each arrow you gather and discharge amplifies the powers of the forest spirits, assisting you on your adventure.

The intrigue of this roguelike game might stem from its unique origins, being crafted by a dedicated high school teacher whose students would reportedly be quite excited about. So, keep learning, young ones!

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2025-01-09 11:48