According to a recent study, there are an estimated 2.8 billion mobile gamers worldwide. That’s roughly 83% of all gamers. The mobile gaming industry is undoubtedly growing to the point where companies like Sony and Microsoft are struggling to keep up.
In fact, just last year, there was a report that suggested Sony was working on a new standalone handheld gaming machine, designed to play its PlayStation 5 games on the move.
Essentially, they’ve recognized that people like playing games portably, but no matter how good this new gaming device is, it’s unlikely to cause a serious dent in the mobile market. Over the years, mobile gaming has become increasingly accessible, affordable, and convenient, with advancements in smartphone technology making it the go-to for years to come.
Speaking of those advancements, the games we play on our mobiles have only gotten better. At one point, the best we could hope for was a game of Snake! In 2025, we have access to a huge range of games, spread across the traditional and iGaming market.
We wanted to take a moment to look at three of the best right now, and why they’re our top picks for 2025. So fasten your seatbelts, click on that app store, and let the gaming commence!
Resident Evil 2
Sometimes, it’s hard to believe that, in 2025, we can play AAA games on mobile. These are typically the games reserved for consoles, but with advancements in mobile hardware and cloud gaming technologies, playing games like Resident Evil 2 or even Assassin’s Creed: Mirage has become a reality.
While we’re on the subject of Resident Evil 2, this is definitely our top pick for the year. Released on December 10th, 2024, for the iPhone 15 Pro and the iPhone 16 series, this is an absolute must for any gamer. Even on a small screen, the game’s haunting atmosphere, detailed environments, and intense gameplay easily stand out, with the immersive sound design and tense moments just as impactful as they are on Xbox or PlayStation.
Developers have also implemented intuitive touch controls, along with controller support for gamers who want a more traditional experience, which makes it easy for both casual players and hardcore fans to enjoy.
But really, the ability to simply explore Raccoon City on the go makes this a perfect choice for any mobile gamer who loves a bit of survival horror. It runs well, it looks good, and the game is great as we all know!
Crazy Time Live
Starting in the iGaming scene, one of the best and most unique games in the casino market right now has to be Crazy Time Live. Developed by Evolution Gaming in 2020, it took a few years for players to really appreciate what was on offer here, but now they have, they can’t get enough of it.
To give you an idea of what you’d be in for, Crazy Time feels like being on a TV game show, with a live host spinning a large, vibrant wheel. There are multiple bonus rounds – including a shooting gallery, a Plinko-style game, and the ‘Crazy Time Bonus Round’, where an enormous wheel is spun, offering massive potential multipliers.
It also helps that the casino the game is hosted on, BetMGM, has a similar amount of bonuses. Not only do new players receive a bonus matching their first deposit, but they also have daily reloads, no deposit bonuses – with the latest one just evaluated by Casino.org – live casino cashback, and, if you enjoy your time on the platform, even MGM loyalty points, all of which can be redeemed for bonuses, free plays, and more.
It’s hard sometimes for a new iGaming feature to make an impact, especially since the iGaming industry has grown exponentially in the last decade, but this one is certainly doing the rounds, and it’s not hard to see why.
Among Us
Okay, okay, we know this game came out way back in 2018, but there’s a reason Among Us remains top-rated in the app store and is still talked about seven years later! This is a timeless game that – if you’ve been living under a rock – revolves around the tension of figuring out who the ‘Imposters’ are on a spaceship.
The sessions are simple and short, but that’s part of why the game is so successful – it’s the perfect companion to the mobile gaming market, where people are after simple but intricate games that are easy to jump into.
Part of the reason we’ve got it in this list, however, is because the developers of Among Us have been constantly reinvigorating the game with new maps, gameplay modes, and additions like the Engineer, Scientist, and Guardian Angel roles, giving it more levels and depth than it had in 2018. Essentially, although there are always new mash-ups springing up in the gaming market, they make sure that the base game always feels new, ensuring they attract new players and similarly reinvigorate their fanbase.
If you haven’t tried this game out yet, we’d recommend you do so at your earliest convenience. The mechanics are easy to grasp, the sets are interesting, and you’ll be joining a community that is only getting bigger and better. Imposters unite!