Back again with another edition of my Monthly Mobile Gaming News Roundup, and October 2025 had some interesting stories to share. There’s a lot to dive into, so I’ve rounded up all the key highlights right here to know all the details.
Monthly Mobile Gaming News Roundup for October 2025
Week 1: October 01 to October 07
Executive Summary
The first week of October 2025 delivered a mix of new releases, pre-registrations, and major announcements. Soccer Journey: Champion Squad, MiniRacer Mayhem, Dino War: Survival, and Endless Worlds launched globally, while INMOST confirmed its release for October 28.
Pre-registrations opened for Besiege and Kamen Rider DEFENSE WARRIORS, with NARUTO KAGE entering soft launch in select regions. Meanwhile, Monster Walk: Step Adventure began limited rollout, and Ragnarok Abyss was officially renamed from Project Abyss: Next Ragnarok.
On the announcement front, Talking Tom Cat Remaster was announced with upgraded visuals, and Supercent launched the RE:BOUND 2025 initiative. The week wrapped with Hello World showcased at PAX Australia and Magic Jigsaw Puzzles collaborating with Cut the Rope.
Highlights
- FIFA Heroes announced: FIFA unveils FIFA Heroes, a 5-a-side arcadey multi-platform football game arriving in 2026.
- Soccer Journey: Champion Squad available: Soccer Journey: Champion Squad lets you build and manage your club, now globally available on mobile.
- INMOST launch: INMOST brings a cinematic puzzle platformer experience to mobile this October 28th.
- RE:BOUND 2025 initiative launched: Supercent launches RE:BOUND 2025, an initiative to relaunch live mobile games.
- Kamen Rider DEFENSE WARRIORS pre-registration opens: Kamen Rider DEFENSE WARRIORS features tower defense action based on the superhero IP, and opens pre-registration in Japan.
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- Talking Tom Cat Remaster announced: Talking Tom Cat gets a Remaster as the OG returns with a brand new vibe with fresh animations and features.
- Besiege mobile pre-registration opens: Besiege offers chaotic physics building mechanics, opens pre-registration ahead of a November 18 launch.
- Isekai Villain mobile release: KEMCO’s RPG Isekai Villain brings pixelated strategy battles to mobile this October.
- Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Survivor announced: WonderPlanet’s Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Survivor is arriving in 2026, as the first survival roguelite for the iconic series.
- NARUTO KAGE soft launch: NARUTO KAGE soft launches on Android in select regions, letting fans relive the iconic story in an MMORPG world.
- MiniRacer Mayhem release: MiniRacer Mayhem lets you race fast cars through challenging tracks, now available on Android.
- Magic Jigsaw Puzzles x Cut the Rope collaboration: ZiMAD’s Magic Jigsaw Puzzles teams up with Cut the Rope to bring Om Nom-themed puzzle packs.
- Dino War: Survival mobile release: Dino War: Survival challenges you to build a Dinosaur army and the best Predator Park, now available on Android.
- Ragnarok Abyss renamed: Gravity renames Project Abyss: Next Ragnarok to Ragnarok Abyss, with the MMOARPG coming to multiple platforms.
- Monster Walk: Step Adventure launch: Monster Walk: Step Adventure brings RPG action to your daily walks, launching this October in select regions.
- Hello World PAX Australia showcase: UltraPlayers’ Hello World returns with mutated dinosaurs and roguelike chaos, showcasing this month at PAX Australia.
- Endless Worlds release: Endless Worlds lets you dive into endless MMORPG adventures, now available on Android.
Week 2: October 08 to October 14
Executive Summary
Same story as the first week, we had a good number of launches. Sorry! World, My Om Nom, Disney Magic Match 3D, Ricochet Squad, and HIROZZ all launched globally. At the same time, Last Day GO entered early access, and Vampirio: Defend & Survive soft-launched in select regions.
Pre-registrations went live for CrossFire: Legends, joining upcoming titles like BLEACH: Soul Resonance and Secrets of Paradise, launching worldwide this November. WWE 2K25 Mobile also began soft launch testing under Netflix Games, while Football Manager 26 Touch and EA’s MySims titles were confirmed for Apple Arcade in November.
New projects made headlines with DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY, Dead Account: Two Blue Flames, and Tenkemo were officially announced, while Control Ultimate Edition was revealed for Apple platforms in early 2026. Rounding off the week, Reddit introduced in-app games, and NetEase issued DMCA takedowns for Destiny: Rising leaks.
Highlights
- Football Manager 26 Touch Apple Arcade release: Football Manager 26 Touch arrives on Apple Arcade from November 4, 2025.
- Tenkemo announced: Tenkemo, a cozy life-sim MMORPG of adventure and animal rescue, is coming to multiple platforms.
- Apple Arcade MySims expansion: Apple Arcade expands its roster with EA’s MySims and MySims Kingdom, arriving on November 6.
- Sorry! World mobile release: Sorry! World brings Hasbro’s classic board game to life with fun twists, now available on mobile.
- My Om Nom release: My Om Nom lets you raise your virtual pet based on the Cut the Rope mascot, now available on Android.
- Destiny: Rising DMCA takedowns issued: NetEase Games issues DMCA takedowns against datamining leaks and modding rips.
- Reddit games feature launch: Reddit adds built-in games to its mobile app and desktop with its Developer platform.
- Esports World Cup 2026 confirmed: Esports World Cup (EWC) confirms 2026 edition with 24 titles set to feature in next summer’s tournament.
- Peakbid AI tool introduced: Smartie Pants introduces Peakbid, an AI tool to boost ad revenue for mobile developers.
- Disney Magic Match 3D release: Jam City’s Disney Magic Match 3D is now available, offering relaxing Disney-inspired puzzles.
- Last Day GO early access: KEFIR’s Last Day GO: Run & Survive lets you survive the undead with dice rolls and firepower, now in early access on Android in select regions.
- BLEACH: Soul Resonance global launch: BLEACH: Soul Resonance launches globally this November 21, published by Crunchyroll Games.
- WWE 2K25 Mobile soft launch: WWE 2K25 Mobile soft-launches on Android in select regions, becoming the latest addition to the Netflix Games catalog.
- MONOPOLY GO! x McDonald’s collaboration: MONOPOLY GO! and McDonald’s team up to bring several in-game rewards on offer in the US.
- Control Ultimate Edition Apple release: Control Ultimate Edition is coming to Apple platforms in early 2026, bringing Remedy’s award-winning supernatural world.
- Blue Protocol: Star Resonance Twitch Drops guide: Blue Protocol: Star Resonance Twitch Drops Event: Here’s how to claim the free rewards.
- Dead Account: Two Blue Flames announced: Smilegate reveals Dead Account: Two Blue Flames, bringing the popular manga to life as a team roguelite title.
- Secrets of Paradise global launch: UGO Games’ latest merge puzzle title, Secrets of Paradise, is set for global launch this November.
- DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY announced: SQUARE ENIX’s DISSIDIA DUELLUM FINAL FANTASY arrives in 2026, with Android CBT starting this November.
- Ricochet Squad global release: Ricochet Squad is now globally available, bringing fresh energy to the 3v3 hero shooter scene.
- Vampirio: Defend & Survive soft launch: Outfit7 Neo Limited’s roguelike RPG Vampirio: Defend & Survive soft-launches in select regions.
- HIROZZ global release: HIROZZ brings a fresh take on virtual companions and social sim, now globally available.
- CrossFire: Legends pre-registration: Smilegate and Level Infinite’s latest FPS, CrossFire: Legends, begins global pre-registration, following successful beta tests.
Week 3: October 15 to October 21
Executive Summary
The third week of October 2025 had Hunters Origin debuting worldwide, while AWAKEN: AstralBlade arrived on iOS. Soft launches included Soul Land: Time Reversed, Sin Seed, and OverField, with Girls’ Frontline: Fire Control set for release.
Pre-registrations opened for MapleStory: Idle RPG, and several major releases were confirmed, including Sonic Rumble and Sword of Justice arriving in November, and Planet of Lana heading to mobile this December.
Lost Ark Mobile also began its closed beta phase, while Project Vampire started testing in the Philippines. The Sims Mobile shutdown was officially announced for January 2026, Football Manager 26 secured an official FIFA partnership, and SEGA Football Club Champions was delayed to early 2026.
Chinami Holic and Senran Kagura Project N were revealed for 2026, while My Talking Tom Friends 2 rolled out its Halloween update. The week wrapped with the GamingonPhone Awards 2025 in Bangkok, BGMI Esports’ transfer window opening, and the Subway Surfers x Among Us collaboration kicking off.
Highlights
- Soul Land: Time Reversed soft launch: Soul Land: Time Reversed soft launches in the SEA, bringing a fresh twist to the classic saga with dual-form cards.
- Sword of Justice release: NetEase Games’ Sword of Justice releases this November, inviting you to explore a living Wuxia world.
- Sonic Rumble launch: SEGA’s Sonic Rumble launches this November 5, bringing multiplayer party chaos after several delays.
- Hunters Origin global release: BoomBit Games’ Hunters Origin lets you explore, evolve, and conquer in a massive MMORPG world, now globally available.
- Sin Seed soft launch: DarkWind’s Sin Seed soft launches on Android in select regions with gorgeous art and tactical combat.
- AWAKEN: AstralBlade iOS release: AWAKEN: AstralBlade takes you to an adventure with Tania in a Metroidvania world, now available on iOS.
- Spin Rhythm XD release window: Spin Rhythm XD brings arcade nostalgia and rhythm fun to Crunchyroll Game Vault in Q4 2025.
- Girls’ Frontline: Fire Control soft launch: Girls’ Frontline: Fire Control to soft launch on Android in Thailand this October 23.
- MapleStory: Idle RPG pre-registration: Nexon’s MapleStory: Idle RPG brings an idle twist to the popular franchise as pre-registration begins.
- GamingonPhone Awards 2025 winners announced: GamingonPhone Awards 2025 winners are announced, celebrating Mobile Gaming’s finest in Bangkok.
- The Sims Mobile shutdown announced: EA’s The Sims Mobile is shutting down on January 20, 2026, after seven years of service.
- BGMI Esports transfer window opens: KRAFTON India opens the Structured Player Transfer Window for BGMI Esports Teams.
- Planet of Lana mobile release: Planet of Lana arrives on mobile this December, bringing a poetic adventure with captivating visuals.
- Lost Ark Mobile closed beta begins: Smilegate RPG’s Lost Ark Mobile begins closed beta test this November on multiple platforms in South Korea.
- Chinami Holic announced: Chinami Holic is launching on multiple platforms in 2026, starring VTuber Dokugai Chinami in an intriguing visual novel.
- OverField open beta live: OverField enters open beta on Android, as INUTAN Limited revives the cozy action RPG.
- My Talking Tom Friends 2 Halloween update: My Talking Tom Friends 2 celebrates Halloween with its first major update, bringing new interactive activities and spooky fun.
- Project Vampire closed beta test: Tencent Games’ Project Vampire begins closed beta test on Android in the Philippines, with blood-fueled RPG combat.
- gamescom asia 2025 highlights: gamescom asia x Thailand Game Show 2025 had an amazing four-day extravaganza. Read the highlights of each day: Day 1, Day 2, Day 3, Day 4.
- Senran Kagura Project N revealed: Project N revealed as the next title in the Senran Kagura series, launching next year in Japan.
- Football Manager 26 FIFA partnership: Football Manager 26 brings the official FIFA license, following SEGA’s first-ever partnership with FIFA.
- SEGA Football Club Champions delayed: SEGA Football Club Champions delayed to early 2026 with an updated title, promising a more refined experience.
Week 4: October 22 to October 28
Executive Summary
The fourth week of October 2025 saw Awakenloop, Dawn Watch: Survival, and Dicefolk launched globally, and Ragnarok Twilight launching across Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, Angry Birds Match World soft-launched in Finland.
Pre-registrations went live for Legend of YMIR, Hero Seekers, and Duck Detective: Ghost Glamping, while Petit Planet and Heartopia announced upcoming closed beta tests. CABAL RED confirmed a November 25 launch, and Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen revealed its iOS release for December. Boat Game also opened sign-ups for its second Alpha test.
Outside of game launches, Netflix announced a Catan TV adaptation, MONOPOLY GO! Chat began regional testing in France, and Honor of Kings: World confirmed its Spring 2026 release window. Rememento: White Shadow suspended services ahead of a relaunch, Strinova launched in China, and Warrior Cats was revealed to be getting a mobile adaptation in 2027.
Highlights
- Angry Birds Match World soft launch: Rovio’s Angry Birds Match World soft launches on iOS in Finland with fun and explosive match-3 action.
- Nekopara Love Project Vol.2 mobile release: Nekopara Love Project Vol.2 continues the cozy catgirl adventure, now globally available on mobile.
- Hero Seekers pre-registration: KEMCO’s latest fantasy JRPG Hero Seekers opens pre-registrations ahead of its November 6 launch.
- Ragnarok Twilight mobile launch: Ragnarok Twilight, Gravity’s new adventure MMORPG, launches across Southeast Asia on mobile.
- CABAL RED launch date revealed: CABAL RED, sequel to the hit MMORPG, launches in South Korea this November 25 with thrilling hack-and-slash action.
- Netflix Catan adaptation: Netflix announces first-ever TV adaptation of the iconic board game Catan.
- Petit Planet closed beta: HoYoverse’s new cosmic life sim, Petit Planet, begins closed beta on November 7, inviting players to build their own worlds.
- Legend of YMIR launch: WEMADE’s Legend of YMIR is launching on October 28 with immersive combat and AAA-like visuals, pre-registration now open.
- Awakenloop global release: Awakenloop releases globally, offering a unique mix of idle RPG adventure and waifu romance.
- Dicefolk global release: Dicefolk lets you build a Chimera team and take control of every Dice roll, now globally available.
- Heartopia closed beta test: XD Games’ cozy life sim Heartopia begins its first closed beta test on November 4 on mobile and PC.
- Dawn Watch: Survival global launch: Dawn Watch: Survival launches globally, bringing cowboy charm to town-building strategy.
- Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen iOS release: Halfbrick Studios’ Bluey’s Quest for the Gold Pen is coming to iOS this December, with a story-driven adventure, launching on more platforms later.
- Duck Detective: Ghost Glamping pre-registration: Duck Detective: Ghost Glamping returns with its quirky crime-solving adventures. Android pre-registration is now live.
- Warrior Cats mobile adventure announced: Coolabi Group is turning the hit Warrior Cats IP into a mobile adventure, launching in 2027.
- MONOPOLY GO! Chat regional test: MONOPOLY GO! Chat, a new companion app for the hit title, begins regional testing in France ahead of its early 2026 launch.
- WELTKRIEG 1: Firestorm playtest: WELTKRIEG 1: Firestorm begins playtesting on Android, letting players relive the trenches of World War I.
- Rememento: White Shadow relaunch update: Rememento: White Shadow suspends services temporarily, ahead of a complete relaunch.
- All-Star Awakening iOS launch: Tencent Games’ SNK-inspired RPG All-Star Awakening launches on iOS in China later this year.
- Boat Game second Alpha test: Supercell’s Boat Game returns with a second Alpha test, and sign-ups are now open.
- Honor of Kings: World launch window: Honor of Kings: World launches in Spring 2026, blending open-world adventures with HOK charm.
- Strinova China launch: Strinova launches in China, bringing a unique anime flair to tactical shooting.
Week 5: October 29 to October 31
Executive Summary
The last three days didn’t leave us empty-handed, as we had several announcements to share. Billionaire Royale Club and Hill Climb Racing 3 both entered soft launch, while Waltz of the Wizard made its iOS debut.
OverField confirmed its global launch date for November 6, and Aniimo began recruiting players for its iOS technical test in the US. Monument Valley 3 announced its return to mobile this December. Supercell announced the shutdown of Squad Busters, with its final update arriving this December.
Meanwhile, Pokémon Masters EX revealed partial shutdown plans in select SEA regions, and UnGodly was officially postponed to Q1 2026. The Call of Duty Movie project gained traction with a confirmed writer and director, and Talking Tom Heroes: Suddenly Super marked its UK premiere on BBC CBeebies.
Highlights
- Call of Duty movie project update: Call of Duty Movie project gains momentum with Writer and Director on board.
- Talking Tom Heroes UK premiere: Talking Tom Heroes: Suddenly Super takes its next big leap with BBC CBeebies in the UK.
- Billionaire Royale Club soft launch: HAEGIN’s Billionaire Royale Club soft launches on mobile, offering a story-driven dice board experience.
- Hill Climb Racing 3 soft launch: Hill Climb Racing 3 soft launches on Android, bringing real-time PvP chaos to physics-based racing.
- Squad Busters shutdown: Squad Busters is shutting down next year, with a final update arriving in December 2025.
- Aniimo technical test begins: Aniimo begins an iOS-only technical test in the US on November 6, with recruitments now open.
- Monument Valley 3 mobile return: Monument Valley 3 returns to mobile this December, following removal from Netflix Games, along with the Garden of Life expansion.
- Pokémon Masters EX shutdown update: Pokémon Masters EX, DeNA’s fantasy turn-based RPG, is set to shut down in select SEA regions.
- Waltz of the Wizard iOS release: Waltz of the Wizard adds AR and chaos in its mobile debut, now available on iOS.
- UnGodly launch postponed: Azra Games’ UnGodly postponed to Q1 2026, bringing visceral combat and emotion-driven storytelling from veteran devs.
- OverField launch date announced: INUTAN’s OverField set to launch on November 6, blending reality and illusion in a stunning 3D fantasy ARPG
- Arknights: Endfield begins Beta Test II: GRYPHLINE’s Arknights: Endfield begins Beta Test II on November 28; recruitment now open.
- My Hero Academia mobile game announced: KLab announces new My Hero Academia mobile game, set for global launch in 2026.
That’s all for the mobile gaming news for October 2025. If you liked the roundup that catered towards the July 2025 news focusing on mobile gaming, here are the previous editions:
- Mobile gaming news roundup for September 2025
- Mobile gaming news roundup for August 2025
- Mobile gaming news roundup for July 2025
- Mobile gaming news roundup for June 2025
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