New releases, Industry movements and more

The Monthly Mobile Gaming News Roundup is here, and August 2025 turned out to be another packed month for mobile gaming, with no shortage of big news and exciting moments.

To make things easy as usual, I’ve rounded up all the standout highlights from August in one place. Let’s take a look at everything that made waves in the mobile gaming world this month!

Monthly Mobile Gaming News Roundup for August 2025

Week 1: August 01 to August 07

Executive Summary

The first week of August 2025 delivered a mix of global launches, pre-registrations, and major collaborations. Final Frontier Story, Punch TV, CLUB Football Manager, Talking Tom & Friends: World, and KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME were confirmed for global or regional release, while Free Fire’s Naruto Shippuden collab returned with themed skills, loot, and items.

On the pre-registration front, big names entered the pipeline including Hitman: Absolution, Rust Mobile, unVEIL the world, Pudgy Party, and Stella Sora. Soft launches and tests were also active with Warline: Sniper Strike, Tales of Bloomrise, Astera open beta, and Ragnarok M: Classic Global closed beta.

Announcements and industry moves rounded out the week with HoYoverse’s Varsapura trademark filing, Sakuna: Hinuka Junreitan preparing for mobile and PC, Valorant Mobile’s China launch date, and speculation on a Battlefield Mobile revival.

Highlights

• Free Fire x Naruto Shippuden collab returns: Free Fire x NARUTO SHIPPUDEN Collab returns with Ninja skills, abilities, loot zone, themed items, and more.
• Final Frontier Story global launch: Final Frontier Story is an adorable, combat-fueled space city-builder sim, now globally available.
• Hitman: Absolution pre-registration begins: Hitman: Absolution is set to snipe targets with its launch this Autumn 2025, pre-registration now open.
• Warline: Sniper Strike soft launch: Lilith Games’ Warline: Sniper Strike combines real-time strategy with precision shooting, soft launches in select regions.
• Pudgy Party pre-registration begins: Pudgy Party brings a wacky winterland battle royale experience, now open for pre-registration.
• Ragnarok M: Classic Global closed beta: Gravity’s Ragnarok M: Classic Global set to expand beyond SEA, begins closed beta test this August.
• Rust Mobile pre-registration begins: Level Infinite’s Rust Mobile begins pre-registration, bringing open-world survival gameplay.
• HoYoverse registers Varsapura trademark: HoYoverse registers “Varsapura” trademark, sparking speculation about an AI-powered title.
• Valorant Mobile China launch on August 19: Valorant Mobile gears up for China launch with tactical 5v5 battles this August 19th.

• unVEIL the world pre-registration begins: NetEase Games’ tactical RPG unVEIL the world opens pre-registration ahead of global launch.
• Sakuna: Hinuka Junreitan mobile and PC launch soon: Sakuna: Hinuka Junreitan expands the franchise with new faces, launching soon on mobile and PC.
• eFootball India Campaign kicks off this August: eFootball is bringing the India Campaign starting this August, hosting multiple tournaments and events.
• Punch TV now live on Android: Punch TV brings vibrant Fatverse fighters and real-time brawling fun, now live on Android.
• KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME global launch on August 31: Akatsuki Games’ turn-based RPG, KAIJU NO. 8 THE GAME, is launching globally on August 31 with stunning visuals and original lore.
• Genshin Impact updates system requirements: Genshin Impact updates device system requirements as it discontinues support for PlayStation 4.
• Squishmallows Match global launch on September 2: East Side Games’ Squishmallows Match transforms the iconic brand into match-3 puzzle fun, launching globally on September 2.
• CLUB Football Manager is now available on mobile: CLUB Football Manager Game lets you live the fantasy football club owner dream, now available on mobile.
• FAIRY TAIL Wizard Chronicle global launch this winter: FAIRY TAIL Wizard Chronicle reimagines anime charm with auto battles, launching globally this winter.
• Tales of Bloomrise soft launch: Tales of Bloomrise combines heartwarming village life and dungeon raids, soft launches on Android in select regions.
• Stella Sora pre-registration begins: Stella Sora, a new action-adventure RPG from Yostar Games, opens for global pre-registration.
• Astera open beta on Android: Making Fun’s Astera brings an open-world RPG adventure with dynamic battles, and begins open beta on Android.
• Battlefield Mobile revival speculation: EA opens Director of Performance Media role for Battlefield, hinting at potential Battlefield Mobile revival.
• Talking Tom & Friends: World global launch: Talking Tom & Friends: World launches globally, offering a fun and safe visual playground for kids.

Week 2: August 08 to August 14

Executive Summary

The second week of August 2025 brought several major global and regional launches with Shin chan: Summer Vacation, Fellow Moon, Tsuki Tea House, Ultimate Football Manager, and LEGO Bluey going live across platforms with Hello, Mario! and Is This Seat Taken? gearing up for launches.

Pre-registrations opened for Resonance Solstice, Nekopara Love Project Vol. 1, Golf Star 2, Anchor Panic, and Faily Brakes Roadtrip, while soft launches and tests continued with Coin Master – Board Adventure, Epic Conquest X, Mastra, and Scarlet Tide: ZeroERA’s closed beta in China.

On the announcements side, Bandai Namco revealed Jump+ Jumble Rush for Fall, MOONTON Games introduced Warp Knights, and Tencent announced Crossfire: Rainbow.

Highlights

• GamingonPhone celebrates 6th anniversary: GamingonPhone celebrates its 6th birthday: A joyful ride through milestones, memories, and a massive year ahead.
• Shin chan: Summer Vacation is now available: Shin chan: Summer Vacation captures the magic of summer days with quirky humor, now available via Crunchyroll.
• Fellow Moon regional launch: Garena’s urban supernatural RPG Fellow Moon has launched in select regions on both Android and iOS.
• Jump+ Jumble Rush mobile launch this Fall: Bandai Namco’s Jump+ Jumble Rush brings Shonen Jump+ characters to mobile this Fall.
• Tsuki Tea House is now available: HyperBeard launches Tsuki Tea House, a cozy new pocket cafe sim for mobile.
• Warp Knights announced for mobile and PC: MOONTON Games announces Warp Knights, a sci-fi tower attack RPG with real-time strategy elements, for mobile and PC.
• Ultimate Football Manager global launch: Ultimate Football Manager lets you build your dream football squad and rise to glory, now globally available.
• Hello, Mario! launch on August 26: Nintendo’s Hello, Mario! lets you interact and play with Mario, launching this August 26 on Mobile and Switch.
• Resonance Solstice pre-registration begins: Resonance Solstice blends card combat with train simulation, opens pre-registration on mobile and PC.
• Faily Brakes Roadtrip pre-registration on iOS: Faily Brakes Roadtrip puts you in a chaotic racing adventure with no brakes, and opens pre-registration on iOS.
• Is This Seat Taken? August launch: Is This Seat Taken? is a puzzle title where you organize picky characters, set to launch on multiple platforms this August.
• Nekopara Love Project Vol. 1 pre-registration begins: Nekopara Love Project Vol. 1 retells a charming confectionery story and opens pre-registration on Android.
• Crossfire: Rainbow announced: Tencent Games announces Crossfire: Rainbow, bringing a horror twist to the iconic FPS series.

• Top Eleven 2026 season update: Top Eleven 2026 arrives with the season update, bringing a new campus, facility upgrades, and more.
• Scarlet Tide: ZeroERA closed beta in China: Scarlet Tide: ZeroERA announces closed beta test in China, bringing sandbox exploration and tactical battles.
• Coin Master – Board Adventure soft launch: Coin Master – Board Adventure brings dice fun with casino mechanics, soft launches in select regions.
• Elysia: The Astral Fall coming in Q3 2025: Elysia: The Astral Fall, an AFK Journey-like idle fantasy RPG, is coming to mobile in Q3 2025, with a gradual rollout until October 4.
• Pokémon TCG Pocket overhaul planned: Pokémon TCG Pocket aims for an overhaul this year, to boost long-term player retention.
• Dunkadillo launches on September 9: Dunkadillo bounces into platforming fun, launching on multiple platforms on September 9.
• Golf Star 2 pre-registration begins: Com2uS’ Golf Star 2 lets you tee up for a fresh golf adventure, and opens pre-registration on mobile.
• Fortnite returning to iOS in Australia: Fortnite set to return to iOS in Australia after Epic Games’ legal win.
• eFootball 2026 v5.0.0 season update: eFootball 2026 v5.0.0 update kicks off new season with multiple Campaigns, refreshed packs, and rewards.
• Epic Conquest X early access: Epic Conquest X lets you explore dungeons and engage in real-time battles, and begins early access on Android in Indonesia.
• March of Empires tabletop adaptation: Gameloft’s March of Empires is heading to tabletops with March of Empires: Time of War, which started a Kickstarter campaign.
• Anchor Panic pre-registration begins: Anchor Panic brings turn-based sci-fi battles with Live2D charm, and opens pre-registration in multiple regions.
• Mastra open beta in SEA: Mastra brings a Nusantara-inspired setting with MOBA action, and begins open beta in SEA.
• LEGO Bluey is now available on mobile: LEGO Bluey lets you craft creative adventures with Bluey and family, now available on mobile.

Week 3: August 15 to August 21

Executive Summary

Third week of August 2025 continued the same trend having mix of every news. Hero Reborn: Eternal Pact, Abyssdia in Japan, Dead Impact: Survival worldwide, Valorant Mobile in China, and Block Fortress 2 on Android were the releases of the month.

Pre-registrations opened for Roco Kingdom: World, Timelie, Parabellum: Siege of Legends, Disney Magic Match 3D, and MONGIL: STAR DIVE. Resonance Solstice, Ragnarok Endless Trails, The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, and Anchor Panic, were the beta stage entries.

While Rust Mobile closed beta is set for November, news about upcoming titles like Spooky Express, CrisisX, Miniclip’s Pure Crime: Gangster Shooting, and Ragnarok M: Classic Global were highlighted. Industry news included the Indian government’s proposed Online Gaming Bill.

Highlights

• Ragnarok Endless Trails pre-CBT begins this month: Gravity introduces Ragnarok Endless Trails, blending battle royale and roguelike gameplay, with a pre-CBT starting this month.
• Dead Impact: Survival is now globally available: Dead Impact: Survival invites players to scavenge, team up, and battle zombies, now available worldwide.
• Valorant Mobile launches in China: Valorant Mobile officially launches in China, with details on how players can download and start playing.
• The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin closed beta announced: Netmarble reveals a closed beta for The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin, featuring Tristan’s journey across Britannia.
• Miniclip’s Pure Crime: Gangster Shooting soft launches: Pure Crime: Gangster Shooting lets players create their own criminal empire, now available in soft launch in the Philippines.
• Anchor Panic closed beta announced: Anchor Panic opens its closed beta test, giving players a first look at its waifu-filled turn-based strategy battles.
• India proposes Online Gaming Bill targeting real money titles: The Indian government has proposed a new Online Gaming Bill aimed at regulating real money games and curbing gambling.
• Timelie pre-registration now open for mobile: Timelie, the time-bending puzzle adventure, is set to launch on mobile later this year, with pre-registration now live.
• Pokémon Champions to debut as official VGC title at Worlds 2026: Pokémon Champions is set to become the official VGC game at the 2026 World Championships.
• Parabellum: Siege of Legends pre-registration opens: Parabellum: Siege of Legends lets players expand their kingdom and command epic battles, with pre-registration now live on mobile.
• Rust Mobile closed beta announced: Rust Mobile begins its first closed beta in early November across select regions, bringing its signature survival gameplay.
• Disney Magic Match 3D pre-registration opens: Jam City’s Disney Magic Match 3D opens pre-registration, offering relaxing Disney-inspired puzzle challenges.
• Genshin Impact introduces Flins and Nod-Krai: At gamescom 2025, Genshin Impact revealed its latest character, Flins, alongside the new Nod-Krai region.
• MONGIL: STAR DIVE pre-registration live: Netmarble’s upcoming action RPG MONGIL: STAR DIVE is now open for pre-registration on both mobile and PC.
• Block Fortress 2 launches on Android: Block Fortress 2 is now available on Android, continuing the series’ tower defense fun with new biomes across unique planets.

Week 4: August 22 to August 28

Executive Summary

The fourth week had the maximum buzz this month, with lot of new stuff hitting the mobile gaming scene. Global launches including All Who Wander, Echo of Elements, and ACECRAFT went live, alongside the announcement of Duet Night Abyss, Goddess Order, LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS, MIRESI: Invisible Future, King’s Raid relaunch, and Melon Parker releasing.

Pre-registrations surged with Tales Runner RPG, THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK, Blue Protocol: Star Resonance, RAVEN2, and more, while soft launches brought Stormborn Era, Project Z: 72H Siege Conquest, and Galaxy Backpack Survivor to select regions. Closed betas rolled out for Elpis: Fallen Star, Trickcal: Chibi Go, Chasing Kaleidorider, Reverse War: The Future, and Chaos Zero Nightmare.

Key industry updates included Infinity Nikki x Stardew Valley and Crystal of Atlan x Digimon Adventure collaborations, a new Brawl Stars logo reveal, Ubisoft restarting The Division Resurgence test, plus shutdown news for Beatstar, Country Star, FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS, and Legend of Heroes: Gagharv Trilogy.

Highlights

• Tales Runner RPG pre-registration live: Tales Runner RPG, a fantasy adventure RPG, begins pre-registration on Android, post South Korea launch.
• Halls of Torment global launch this September: Halls of Torment brings its critically acclaimed roguelike survival experience to mobile, launching globally this September.
• THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK launches in September: THE KING OF FIGHTERS AFK launches this September, bringing idle RPG action; Pre-registration now open.
• Infinity Nikki x Stardew Valley collab begins September 1: Infinity Nikki is collaborating with Stardew Valley for a cozy adventure starting September 1, 2025.
• Elpis: Fallen Star Android open beta live: Elpis: Fallen Star begins Android open beta in select regions, with chibi characters and semi-RTS battles.
• Crystal of Atlan x Digimon Adventure collab: Crystal of Atlan is bringing the world of Digimon Adventure in its latest collab with new pets, events, and more.
• Blue Protocol: Star Resonance launches October: Blue Protocol: Star Resonance launches this October with pre-registration now open, bringing thrilling raids and an MMORPG.
• Beatstar & Country Star shutting down October 31: NextBeat’s rhythm hits Beatstar and Country Star to shut down on October 31, 2025.
• All Who Wander global release: All Who Wander is now globally available for players craving classic roguelike fun.
• LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS announced for 2026: NCSOFT’s LIMIT ZERO BREAKERS arrives in 2026 with anime-style cinematic RPG action on mobile and PC.
• Melon Parker: Kimi ga Nandemo Bu no Buchou-san! launch date confirmed: The mobile title starring the YouTuber music group is set to release in Japan on November 27, 2025.
• King’s Raid relaunch announced: King’s Raid is making its return this year on both mobile and PC, featuring 31 heroes and major balance updates.
• Smilegate reveals MIRESI: Invisible Future: Smilegate has announced MIRESI: Invisible Future, a new collectible RPG planned for a multi-platform release in 2026.
• Brawl Stars new logo revealed: Brawl Stars has unveiled a new logo to better represent the brand, which will debut with the September update.
• The Division Resurgence prepares for Restart Test: Ubisoft’s The Division Resurgence is readying its Restart Test operations after a period of long delays.

• Trickcal: Chibi Go closed beta test announced: BILIBILI’s upcoming RPG, Trickcal: Chibi Go, is set for a closed beta this September in North America.
• FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS to shut down in Japan: Square Enix has announced the closure of FINAL FANTASY BRAVE EXVIUS in Japan on October 31, 2025, following the global version’s shutdown last year.
• Chasing Kaleidorider closed beta confirmed: Tencent Games’ Chasing Kaleidorider will begin its first closed beta on September 12, 2025, in both Japan and the United States.
• Duet Night Abyss global release announced: Duet Night Abyss, an action RPG with dual protagonists, is set to launch globally on October 28 for mobile and PC.
• Echo of Elements launches worldwide: Echo of Elements, a tactical RPG featuring strategic battles and boss encounters, has officially launched globally on mobile platforms.
• Reverse War: The Future closed beta incoming: Tencent Games’ NZ Mobile has been renamed to Reverse War: The Future and will begin a closed beta test in China this September.
• Legend of Heroes: Gagharv Trilogy shutdown: The Legend of Heroes: Gagharv Trilogy is shutting down on September 25, marking the end of its service just one year after release.
• Legend of Elements global release coming soon: Legend of Elements will release globally later this year, featuring elemental adventures, dragons, and pet companions.
• Chaos Zero Nightmare closed beta announced: Chaos Zero Nightmare kicks off its closed beta this September, offering unique card-based RPG battles.
• ACECRAFT launches globally with Tom and Jerry collab: MOONTON Games’ ACECRAFT has officially launched worldwide, highlighted by a major collaboration with Tom and Jerry.
• Goddess Order global launch announced: Kakao Games’ Goddess Order is set to release globally on September 24, bringing pixel-style battles and adorable knights.
• RAVEN2 pre-registration now live: Netmarble’s RAVEN2 has opened global pre-registration on both mobile and PC, promising massive boss fights and large-scale battles.
• Stormborn Era soft launches in the Philippines: Stormborn Era has entered soft launch on Android in the Philippines, offering pirate-themed strategic gameplay.
• Project Z: 72H Siege Conquest soft-launches in SEA: Project Z: 72H Siege Conquest has soft-launched on Android in Southeast Asia, featuring survival, crafting, and large-scale battles.
• Galaxy Backpack Survivor soft-launches in select regions: Galaxy Backpack Survivor is now in soft launch across select regions, blending auto-shooting chaos with backpack management mechanics.

Week 5: August 29 to August 31

Executive Summary

The last two days also some nice coverage. Global launches with Bitmap Bay setting sail worldwide with retro pirate battles, while Paw Tales: Eternal Bond brought magical pets to players across the globe.

Meanwhile, Dragon Ball Gekishin Squadra locked in its release for September 9 and Seven Knights Re:BIRTH confirmed its September 18 return with fresh content. On the testing side, Battle for Randland announced an upcoming beta for mobile and PC, while Sword of Justice scheduled its closed beta on September 26.

Honkai: Nexus Anima also revealed its “Nexus Bond” closed beta for iOS and PC soon. In other news, Sword Art Online Variant Showdown confirmed it will shut down on October 30 after multiple redevelopment attempts.

Highlights

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