Top 20 Mobile Games to play in this Holiday season

The holiday season is here, and it is the right time for you to unwind with a few new and old games on your devices. We’ve done our level best to put together this festive list to make sure you’ve a great time with this lineup of games as you celebrate both Christmas and New Year. So, whether you’re searching for cozy adventures, puzzle challenges, multiplayer fun, or premium picks, these 20 best titles will make your festive season entertaining on your Android or iOS devices.

Best mobile games you can play this Holiday season

1. Pine Hearts

Release Date: September 23, 2025

Pine Hearts is a cozy narrative adventure where you explore the serene Caravan Park as Tyke, retracing your childhood memories while hiking across forests, caves, and more. You’ll also meet quirky locals, help with fun side quests, uncover hidden areas with new abilities, and enjoy gentle puzzles.

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This indie gem offers a solid escape for the holidays, and I selected it since it lets you spend some quality time this festive season, so try it now on Android and iOS.

2. My Talking Tom Friends 2

Release Date: July 15, 2025

Next, I would suggest My Talking Tom Friends 2, which gives the classic series a lively twist as it lets you hang out with Tom, Angela, Hank, Becca, and Ben in a vibrant neighbourhood with various spots and a day/night cycle.

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Here, you can explore fun community spots, enjoy mini-games, listen to their new real voices, and even visit the Water Park. I chose this title since it’s great for spending quality time this Christmas and even New Year, thanks to its fun interactions, cozy routines, and more. Check it out on Android and iOS.

3. Back2Back

Release Date: October 2024

Now, you’ll surely want to enjoy some game time with your partner or friends this season, which is exactly why I’ve picked Back2Back for this list. So, this two-player co-op arcade racer throws you both in a robot-filled world where your teamwork and reflexes matter, as one drives and the other shoots.

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Plus, the Switch mechanic lets you swap roles anytime, along with gyroscope controls, unique vehicles, and solid visuals, keeping it fun. So, if you want to create some memories this holiday season, try it on Android and iOS.

4. Neko Atsume 2: Kitty Collector

Release Date: October 20, 2024

Next up is Neko Atsume 2: Kitty Collector, a lovely choice if you want to slow things down this Christmas and simply relax while collecting adorable cats in the sequel to the hit pet care game. You can attract over 40 cats by placing toys and snacks in your yard, and can even visit other players’ spaces, or invite them over, meet new cats during outings, and more.

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And with winter updates coming, it matches the festive vibe, hence why I picked it. Try it on Android or iOS and have a pleasant time as you celebrate Christmas and New Year with your friends and family.

5. PANDOLAND: Discovery RPG

Release Date: April 21, 2025

My next pick is PANDOLAND: Discovery RPG, since it blends relaxing exploration with fun boss fights that will keep you busy throughout the winter. This is an adorable marine adventure where you lead an exploration team across a constantly evolving world, clear dungeons, collect over 500 companions, and even fill up a picture book.

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So, with its cute LEGO-inspired visuals, co-op features that let you team up with friends and family, and icy regions, you’ll love it this festive season. Live now on Android and iOS.

6. Sonic Rumble

Release Date: November 5, 2025

So, if you’re planning to spend the festive season with fun, casual party games with your friends and family, Sonic Rumble fits right in. And, as the first multiplayer title in the iconic series, you can dash, spin, and even speed through survival matches against 31 other players, either solo or squad of four.

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Hence, if you want to play as Sonic, Tails, or others, customize them with skins and effects, and enjoy fast-paced modes across iconic stages, then this is the one to enjoy this winter, available on Android and iOS.

7. Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp Complete

Release Date: December 3, 2024

I know it’s sad that Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp had to shut down, but this version brings back the cozy charm as a fully offline experience, filled with seven years of furniture, events, and adorable animal friends.

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This Christmas, you can stay in your home and still enjoy campsite moments, decorate it with 1000s of items, and even catch bugs, fish, and enjoy seasonal events, which is exactly why I included it in this festive list. Live on Android and iOS for  $19.99.

8. Good Coffee, Great Coffee

Release Date: February 27, 2025

A warm cup of coffee can surely brighten anyone’s day, and Good Coffee, Great Coffee, will cozy you up this festive season. So, this is a charming cafe sim where you can whip up your favorite drinks, try unique flavors, and serve over 200 quirky customers, while listening to their own little stories.

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I picked this as it will keep you busy on chilly winter evenings, just like a warm cup of coffee, with relaxing ASMR sounds, fun latte art, and various ways to decorate your cafe. Get it on Android or iOS.

9. Tsuki Tea House

Release Date: Aug 06, 2025

Tsuki Tea House delivers a soothing slice of Japanese countryside charm, letting you help Tsuki, the cute bunny, run her peaceful little cafe. I mean, what’s better than serving adorable animal customers with their favorite teas and snacks, as you munch some with your friends and family this season?

So, with its adorable characters, cozy art, and relaxing activities, this one is a must-try if you want a heartwarming experience this festive season. Live on Android and iOS.

10. BTS Cooking On STOVE : TinyTAN

Release Date: August 7, 2025

BTS Cooking On STOVE: TinyTAN, a revamped restaurant sim, is perfect for all the K-pop fans this winter, as it lets you cook alongside TinyTAN while you run your busy kitchen.

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You get to travel across various cities, learn their local recipes, and cook everything from New York steaks to Tokyo Sushi, all while you lie comfortably in your home. There are even special events and seasonal challenges, making it a solid pick for this season, now available on Android and iOS.

11. Snufkin Melody of Moominvalley

Release Date: August 6, 2025

While you wait for Moomintroll: Winter’s Warmth, there’s Snufkin Melody of Moominvalley, a well-crafted adventure created by Tove Jansson. I honestly think you shouldn’t miss it, at least this winter. In this story-driven journey, you play as Snufkin as you restore peace in Moominvalley, help its quirky residents, and even go against the Park Keeper’s plans.

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With its fun exploration, musical puzzles, cute characters, and more, it felt like a cozy, magical escape to me. You can experience it too on Android or iOS.

12. Kingdom Rush Battles

Release Date: October 9, 2025

Now, if you want some competition this festive season, Ironhide Games‘ Kingdom Rush Battles, a new PvP twist on the beloved TD series, is it. In this real-time multiplayer title, you can build iconic towers, summon reinforcements, cast spells, and finally battle players across 9 unique arenas, from farmlands to icy battlegrounds.

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With friendly PvP live, you can have a fun time with your friends this winter or on New Year’s Eve and even some bragging rights. So, try it on Android or iOS.

13. ACECRAFT

Release Date: August 28, 2025

ACECRAFT is one title from MOONTON Games, except MLBB, that I keep coming back to during my breaks. In this hand-drawn, Cuphead-like vertical shooter, you can clear enemy waves in a cartoon world with Ace Pilots.

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If you want to spend some quality time with friends this winter, there’s the duo mode to survive the chaotic bullet storms together. Plus, with the hope for more collabs like the Tom & Jerry and Looney Tunes, this is a solid festive pick worth checking this Christmas season on Android and iOS.

14. Crashlands 2

Release Date: April 10, 2025

Crashlands 2 may be a premium title, but its gameplay makes it worth it, offering a hilarious sci-fi adventure set in a vibrant alien world. So, you again return as Flux Dabes, crash-landing into an adventure full of quirky creatures, solid lore, and better systems.

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From exploring lively ecosystems, uncovering stories, building a cozy home, fishing, and even raising companions, it’s great to unwind with this season, though it may not be very festive. But it’s live on Android and iOS for $9.99.

15. Sunset Hills

Release Date: June 5, 2025

If you want another hand-drawn puzzle adventure to cozy up with this winter season, Sunset Hills is a good choice. Now, this novel-style narrative title follows Nico, an author traveling by train, meeting intriguing characters, and some adorable pups.

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For starters, you can wander peaceful post-war streets, solve point-and-click puzzles, and experience an emotional story of friendship and healing. So, eat tasty cakes this festive month and try this indie title on Android or iOS.

16. Ninja Party

Release Date: July 31, 2025

As one party royale title alone wouldn’t do justice to this festive list, I’ve included Nekki’s Ninja Party. You’ll surely love the blend of parkour with combat, as you run on walls, chase your enemies, and then take them down with various weapons like katanas, hammers, and more, and there’s instant respawn, of course.

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You can try diverse game modes, or simply chill out with friends and family in Squad mode. So, if you want to have fun this Christmas season, get it on Android or iOS.

17. Dunk City Dynasty

Release Date: May 22, 2025

For the Basketball fans out there, NetEase Games’ Dunk City Dynasty, a fast-paced 3v3 streetball title, would add energy to your holidays. Here, you can play with icons like Stephen Curry, James Harden, and more, along with iconic NBA teams such as the Lakers, Warriors, and so on.

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I had a fun time building my dream squad, even pulling off signature moves, and trying diverse modes like 11-Point, and you’ll surely have a fun, action-packed winter too, as you celebrate Christmas and New Year. Check it out on Android or iOS.

18. Dungeons of Dreadrock 2

Release Date: January 19, 2025 (Android), December 29, 2024 (iOS)

Apparently, I love puzzles, and even if I didn’t, Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 would make me love them. I mean, if you want a mix of fun puzzles, charming pixel art, in addition to an immersive story that continues the Dreadrock trilogy, then look no further.

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You’ll for sure get busy this holiday with its 100 handcrafted dungeon floors full of clever challenges, traps, enemies, and more. You get to explore mysterious caves, encounter five bosses, and such, while feeling that nostalgic dungeon-crawler charm. So, this festive month, try it out on Android or iOS.

19. Stardew Valley

Release Date: March 13, 2019 (Android), October 24, 2018 (iOS)

I mean, what could go wrong with ConcernedApe’s beloved farming RPG, Stardew Valley? It is the kind of pick that perfectly fits into every festive season, providing you with a serene escape into countryside life.

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This winter, you can get back to farming, raising animals, growing seasonal crops, decorating your home, and building connections with the cute residents of Pelican Town. And, with 50+ hours of content, festivals to join, and plenty of ways to relax, this is a solid Christmas title for you to experience from Android or iOS for $4.99.

20. Sky: Children of Light

Release Date: April 7, 2020 (Android), July 18, 2019 (iOS)

I’m wrapping up this list with Sky: Children of Light, an old favorite of mine that still makes me feel magical. So, in this award-winning, cozy social MMO, you can do a lot of stuff, right from soaring through open skies to exploring stunning kingdoms, and even teaming up with players from around the world.

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I can guarantee that with its calming soundtrack, fluid movement, and fun events and collabs, this is a great pick to have fun this Christmas with your friends or solo. Live on Android and iOS.

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