5 new mobile games to try this week - July 31st, 2025
Fresh mobile picks you should give a go this week
- Wield the wonder of words to defeat the Illiterati
- Discover the demons that lie beneath your seemingly sleepy town
- Pomodoro and chill
Who doesn't love new games? We certainly do - there's just something about the exhilaration of a new title you can't wait to dive into, as the loading screen pops up and you enter a brave new world.
Of course, new mobile games are a dime a dozen these days, and who has the time to scour the iPhone, iPad and/or Android stores to catch the latest title that drops? This is exactly why we've gathered a quick list of 5 new mobile games you should try this week, from undiscovered indie gems to high-profile AAA masterpieces.
By the way, if you've got an unquenchable thirst for curated games you can obsess over each week, be sure to check out our NEW WEEKLY MOBILE GAMES hub, or join our lively community on Twitter or Discord.
Let's get on with it!
1
RiftCraft
Step into a procedurally generated fantasy adventure in RiftCraft, a new grid-based strategy game with evolving relics and ever-evolving worlds. There are no auto-battles or pressure-filled timers here, so with each turn-based battle, you'll really have to unleash your inner tactician to survive.
With the randomised elements and obstacles thrown your way, no two runs will ever be the same - thankfully, you can upgrade abilities to come back stronger each time, because life's all about rolling with the punches when torn dimensions and otherworldly Rifts are at stake.
2
Criss Cross Castle
Words have always had the power to save the world, and this time, they literally do in Criss Cross Castle. This charming word puzzler will have you wielding the magic of vocabulary to repel evil forces cleverly called the Illiterati, as you recover stolen words with challenging puzzles and roguelite elements.
You can play as Wanda the witch or Pip the Squire, with refreshing mini-games and side-quests you can discover along the way too. Words always work wonders, after all!
3
Bloomtown: A Different Story
Idyllic towns that are too quiet are almost always sus, especially when they're trying too hard to make you feel cosy. Don't let Bloomtown lull you to a false sense of security, because literally underneath the 1960s town are demonic forces that refuse to stay hidden.
Combat is a tactical turn-based affair as you fight to save your town alongside your friends, with plenty of monsters you can tame and collect too. Of course, if it all gets overwhelming, there's always the aforementioned idyllic life where you can do some cosy gardening in between your monster hunting - just your average summer holiday.
4
My Little Pomodoro
If you've always found it difficult to keep distractions at bay when you're adulting, perhaps some Lofi vibes on your phone might help? My Little Pomodoro takes the classic productivity technique and adds a low-key twist in the form of a cosy room decorating game, where you essentially focus for a set amount of time, take a short break, then come back to claim your rewards.
There's even a little exercise mini-game in there to keep you fit while you work. As you clear through your tasks in the real world at your own pace, you can enjoy chill ambient music serenading you in the background, with the lovely Pommi and the cute cat Doro staying productive right alongside you.
5
Wargroove 2: Pocket Edition
Turn-based tactics, multiple interconnected campaigns, and charming pixel art make Wargroove 2 a must-have in our list this week, especially since the Pocket Edition is fully optimised with intuitive touch controls. That means you can wage war across Aurania right from the palm of your hand - and with more than 20 Commanders to choose from across six factions, it's likely to keep you entertained for hours on end.
You can also team up or duke it out with your besties online or in local multiplayer, with cross-platform support to make it a proper pocket party!
