5 new mobile games to try this week - May 8th, 2025
Fresh mobile picks you should give a go this week
- Raise magical creatures and set them to work in your cosy cottage
- Tap away to save your astronaut from the perils of space
- Throw low-res bean bags just because
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.
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Let's get on with it!
1
Match 3 Racing
This quirky combination of beloved genres sees you racing to the end of each intergalactic level while collecting three colours of a kind at the same time. It's the ultimate test of quick reflexes, but if you feel like your reaction time isn't quite up to the task, fret not - you can always match similarly coloured energy particles to give yourself a welcome boost.
As each level ramps up in difficulty, you'll also get to improve your spaceship with credits you earn from clearing missions. If you're a fan of fast-paced action that'll get your adrenaline pumping, Match 3 Racing might just be your perfect match.
2
Astronaut Joe: Magnetic Rush
Onward to another intergalactic pixel-art adventure with Astronaut Joe: Magnetic Rush, a physics-based puzzle platformer that will have you tapping away furiously to keep your hapless astronaut safe from the perils of space.
With everything from spiky traps to molten lava pits to avoid, there's no shortage of things that are out to get you. Thankfully, you can collect spacesuits with special abilities that'll equip you for the journey ahead. There are 30 levels to take on, and if you're persistent enough, you might even stumble upon a hidden path or two for some juicy secret crystals.
3
Witchy Workshop : Cozy Idle
Witchy Workshop is exactly what it says on the tin - it's a workshop filled with witchy wonders and curious critters, and you're tasked with making your magical home grow. You'll decorate your cottage and collect creatures as you go along, crafting scrolls and enchanted talismans across a charming idle sim.
You can also plant seeds in your garden and hatch creatures, as well as brew potions like a true witchcraft whiz. Of course, you can set your creatures to work for you too - no use letting all their magical talents go to waste, after all!
4
Cornhole Hero
There's no shortage of casual sports games that recreate that competitive spirit on mobile, but how often can you find one that's about tossing 8-bit bean bags around? Cornhole Hero offers plenty of flinging fun across three modes, where you can either try to score as much as you can in half a minute or pop balloons with your precision bag-throwing abilities.
You can also take on other cornhole contenders in the Tournament mode, aiming to hit that high score with five bags as you make your way up the ranks. Don't just toss that bag willy-nilly though, because - much like in real life - you might very well end up hitting yourself on the head thanks to a perfectly timed but perfectly terrible aim.
5
Gods vs Horrors
As the title suggests, Gods vs Horrors will have you recruiting gods from different mythologies to battle unspeakable horrors as the new Warden of Realms.
Inspired by Hearthstone, Slay the Spire, and with a bit of Super Auto Pets thrown into the mix, this new minimalist roguelike card battler offers plenty of upgrades for your gods to equip you for the cosmic battles ahead. As you progress, you'll also earn buffs and learn how to better position your formations while increasing your Devotion level at the same time - all in a day's work when you're single-handedly trying to save the world.
