The best mobile games of 2025 so far (January 2025)

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Updated on January 1st, 2025

As a dedicated gamer with over two decades of experience under my belt, I can confidently say that the list of the best mobile games of 2025 is truly a sight to behold! With a background in gaming journalism and a passion for the ever-evolving world of mobile gaming, I’ve had the pleasure (and sometimes the pain) of sifting through countless titles each year.

The process isn’t as simple as it might seem; our team at Steel Media reviews hundreds of new games annually, carefully selecting those with the most potential for greatness. We filter through the masses to bring you the cream of the crop, making this list a valuable resource for any mobile gamer.

With over 50 years of collective reviewing experience among us, we’ve developed a keen eye for quality and can always be trusted to point you in the right direction when it comes to the best games on the market. I highly recommend checking out the titles we’ve reviewed so far this year, as there are some real gems hidden within!

Just remember, our job isn’t easy – we have to wade through tens of thousands of releases each year and only select a handful for review. But fear not, my fellow gamers, for I’m always on the lookout for greatness, and I won’t rest until I’ve found it!

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I have some more games to play and review… and maybe sneak in a quick nap between levels. You know, for research purposes. 😉

Check out our list of the top mobile games from 2025! We’ll be updating our reviews as new games drop, so remember to save this page and come back occasionally. If you want a trip down memory lane, you can also explore the best mobile games from 2024!

All the mobile games we’ve reviewed in 2025

Every year, we review hundreds of new mobile games, picking out the cream of the crop for you to play. It’s not as easy a process as you might think. For a start, there’s definitely no time to review everything – our editors and reviewers look through the stacks of titles released each month and pick out those which we think have the most promise. There are tens of thousands of mobile games released every year, and we only have so much time.

Prior to game reviews, they undergo a multi-tiered screening process. Given our annual volume of reviews, we decided to establish this guide as a convenient way for you to browse the top-rated mobile games of 2025 at a glance, based on their review scores.

As a seasoned gaming enthusiast who has spent more than half of my life immersed in the ever-evolving world of mobile gaming, I must say that the teams at Steel Media are truly passionate about their craft. From Pocket Gamer and Pocket Gamer France to 148Apps and App Spy, these sites have been dissecting, analyzing, and sharing their insights on mobile games for over a decade and a half. That’s like an eternity in the fast-paced digital landscape we inhabit today!

It’s not just about the numbers, though. The collective experience and expertise of these teams make them the go-to resource for gamers seeking honest, informed opinions on the latest mobile games. Their dedication to their work is evident in the thoroughness and thoughtfulness they bring to each review, ensuring that players can make informed decisions when it comes to choosing their next gaming adventure.

So, if you’re looking for a trustworthy guide through the vast and sometimes overwhelming landscape of mobile gaming, look no further than Steel Media. Their teams have been there, played that, and are more than happy to share their hard-earned wisdom with fellow enthusiasts like myself!

This implies that these halls contain extensive knowledge, and our decision-making process regarding the reviews is meticulous and discerning.

This year, I’ve been given a selection of games, ranked by their scores (in ascending or descending order, it’s up to you) and organized alphabetically. It’s time for me to dive in and find the top-notch mobile games of 2025! Let the gaming adventure begin!

5 Star – 10/10 – Pocket Gamer Platinum Award

  • More games coming soon!

4.5 Star – 9/10 – Pocket Gamer Gold Award

  • More games coming soon!

4 Star – 8/10 – Pocket Gamer Silver Award

  • Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 review – December 31st, 2024 – Pocket Gamer

3.5 Star – 7/10 – Pocket Gamer Bronze Award

  • The Abandoned Planet review – December 23rd, 2024 – Pocket Gamer
  • The Abandoned Planet review – December 26th, 2024 – 148Apps

3 Star – 6/10

  • Universe For Sale review – December 23rd, 2024 – Pocker Gamer

2.5 Star – 5/10

  • More games coming soon!

And that’s it for now – the best mobile games of 2025 so far. Be sure to keep checking back, either to the sites or here, because we’ll continue to pick out the best of the best going forward.

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