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Mobile gaming news roundup (January 2025): New releases, Industry movements and more

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  • A detailed look into the industry developments and releases for the month of January 2025.
  • Catch everything you need to know about the mobile gaming industry in this space.

It’s hard to believe I was just keeping up with last January’s headlines, and now here we are, ushering in a brand-spanking new year! The mobile gaming world has already been buzzing with excitement in 2025, as the latest releases, significant updates, and announcements have set the stage for an incredible future. As the first month of the year comes to a close, let’s take a look back at the defining moments that marked January. In this Monthly Mobile Gaming News Recap, I’ll be sharing the most significant stories and trends that took off in January 2025.

Monthly Mobile Gaming News Roundup for January 2025

Week 1: January 01 to January 07

Executive Summary

During the first week of January 2025, the game titled “Bright Memory: Infinite” made its mobile debut. Meanwhile, “Pet Clash” opened pre-registration and entered open beta testing. The sequel to “Girls Frontline”, named “Girls Frontline 2: Exilium,” raked in a revenue of $25 million. Registrations for the Alpha Test of “Project R.I.S.E” also commenced. In its initial month, “Infinity Nikki” earned close to $15 million, and “Crystal of Atlan” announced plans for a beta test.

1. The early access for Urban Heat was announced, Fnatic and ONIC ended their partnerships in MLBB, and As Far As The Eye started pre-registration were among the notable events seen.

2. Goddess of Victory: NIKKE expanded to cloud gaming in Singapore, and Provenance App debuted for iOS.

3. MARVEL Mystic Mayhem initiated its closed beta, while Tile Tales: Pirate and Carmen Sandiego also had significant releases.

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Week 2: January 08 to January 14

Executive Summary

In the second week of January 2025, global launches included Archero 2 and The Dragon Odyssey. Game of Thrones: Kingsroad started its closed beta testing for Android and PC devices. Delicious: The First Course was released on the 30th, while Auroria debuted in Southeast and South Asia. Valorant Mobile hinted at its upcoming arrival, and Fly Punch Boom! and Candy Crush Solitaire are expected to launch in February.

As a gaming enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share some exciting updates! The pre-registration for “Novel Rogue” has commenced. In China, “Goddess of Victory: New Hope” has already started its pre-registration. On the regional beta front, both “Wangyue” and “My Time at Sandrock” are now available.

For those who love a bit of mystery, “Duck Detective: The Secret Salami” and action-packed games like “Delta Force” and “Enlisted” have opened pre-registration. “Duet Night Abyss” is now in its closed beta stage.

If you’re looking for early access, “Path to Glory” is your game. “Pool City – 8 Ball” has soft-launched, and “Asphalt Nitro” will bid farewell in March 2025. Lastly, the mobile version of “Mahjong Wish” is on its way!

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Week 3: January 15 to January 21

Executive Summary

Last week, the mobile version of Dragon Quest X Offline was released in Japan. Meanwhile, Cassette Beasts, Tactical OPS, Together We Live, Hero’s Adventure, and Dragon Village Adventure all had their launches. Crashlands 2 is scheduled to launch on April 10, 2025. Additionally, Ace Trainer, Dark and Darker Mobile, Sailor Cats 2, and Crazy Ones also had soft launches.

As a gaming enthusiast, I’m thrilled to share that “Rhythm Control 2” is available now on Android devices! Meanwhile, the Americas and Europe are gearing up for the launch of “MapleStory Worlds”. In other news, HoYoverse is facing a potential $20 million fine from the US FTC. Excitingly, “World of Kungfu: Dragon & Eagle” has kicked off its open beta phase.

On the regulatory front, both Mobile Legends Bang Bang (MLBB) and Marvel Snap have been banned in the US. Lastly, “DARKEST DAYS” has announced its Global Test for Mobile and PC launch in Southeast Asia!

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Week 4: January 22 to January 28

Executive Summary

On February 12th, the game titled “Tiny Robots: Portal Escape” is scheduled to release, whereas the games such as “Hardcore Leveling Warrior”, “Reign of Titans”, “STEINS;GATE”, “BUMP! Superbrawl”, and “School Hero” are already accessible on mobile devices. The beta for “Ragnarok M: Classic” will commence on February 14, 2025, and the Alpha Test for “Rust Mobile” is set to begin in Canada during the month of February.

In brief, “Future Warfare: Mercenaries” is soft launching on Android devices, “DC Worlds Collide” is returning to soft launch phase, and “Blood Strike” is expanding its open beta in Japan as the latest updates. Meanwhile, “Isekai∞Isekai” is set to debut in Japan, while “Atelier Resleriana” has announced its global closure on March 28, 2025, and “The Valley of the Architects” is slated for release in March 2025.

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Week 5: January 29 to January 31

Executive Summary

For the final three days of January 2025, there was a flurry of mobile gaming news as well: The demo of “Parallel Experiment” hit the scene just as “Soul Tide” announced its closure due to an expiring license agreement. A Korean RPG titled “Trickcal Re:VIVE” is set to launch globally on mobile platforms, while “Disney Realm Breakers” and “mo.co” are both soft-launching in specific regions ahead of Q1 2025. Pre-registration for the intriguingly named game “A Perfect Day” has also opened.

Upcoming news includes the mobile launch of “Lara Croft: Guardian of Light” on February 27, 2025, and the availability of “Town of Salem 2” on both Android and iOS devices. “Free Fire” is planning its comeback in Bangladesh, while “WWE 2K Mobile” is expected to debut on Netflix Games this Fall. Additionally, Netflix Games has removed six games from their initial launch plan.

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If you enjoyed this recap of mobile gaming news from January 2025, be sure to check out our past editions! Here are some articles covering the latest in mobile gaming from previous months. [Your Name] out here, always keeping you updated on the gaming world!

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2025-01-31 21:12

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