Top 10 Trending Mobile Games in the US & UK (May 2025)

As of mid-May 2025, the mobile gaming landscape in both the US and the UK sees a mix of long-standing popular titles and newer games that have quickly climbed the charts. “Trending” can refer to both the most downloaded games and those generating the most revenue.

Here are some of the top trending mobile games in the US and UK currently, based on recent data from app store charts and popularity lists:

Top 10 Trending Mobile Games in the US (May 2025)

The US market shows a strong trend towards casual puzzle games and established multiplayer titles.

1. MONOPOLY GO!: This adaptation of the classic board game continues to be a dominant force, consistently ranking high in both download and revenue charts.
2. Royal Match: A popular match-three puzzle game known for its engaging gameplay and frequent updates, holding a strong position in the top-grossing charts.¹
3. Block Blast!: A simple yet addictive block puzzle game that has seen significant download numbers, making it a trending free game.²
4. Last War: Survival Game: A strategy game that has gained considerable traction, appearing in both top download and grossing lists recently.³
5. Whiteout Survival: Another survival strategy game that is performing well in terms of revenue.⁴
6. Roblox: The popular platform for user-generated games remains a consistently trending app, especially among younger audiences.
7. Candy Crush Saga: An enduringly popular match-three game that continues to maintain a high level of engagement and revenue.⁵
8. Pokémon GO: Despite being released several years ago, this augmented reality game still boasts a significant active player base and ranks high in grossing charts.⁶
9. Honkai: Star Rail: A turn-based RPG that continues to be popular among players who enjoy gacha mechanics and rich narratives, showing strong revenue performance.⁷
10. Township: A blend of city-building and farming, this game remains a popular choice in the casual gaming space and frequently appears in top free charts.⁸

Top 10 Trending Mobile Games in the US & UK
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Top 10 Trending Mobile Games in the UK (May 2025)

Similar to the US, the UK market features a mix of puzzle, strategy, and enduring popular games.

1. Block Blast!: This puzzle game is also highly popular in the UK, topping the charts for free games on Google Play.
2. Coin Master: Known for its slot-machine mechanics and village building, Coin Master is a consistent top-grossing game in the UK.
3. MONOPOLY GO!: Just like in the US, this game is highly trending in the UK, featuring prominently in top grossing and popular lists.⁹
4. Royal Match: This match-three game is also a major player in the UK market’s top grossing charts.
5. Last War: Survival Game: Trending in the UK as well, this strategy game is popular among players in this region.¹⁰
6. Whiteout Survival: This survival strategy game also shows strong performance in the UK market’s strategy game charts.
7. Candy Crush Saga: Maintains its popularity in the UK, remaining a staple in the puzzle game category and consistently performing well.
8. Roblox: Equally popular in the UK as in the US, providing a platform for a wide variety of gaming experiences.¹¹
9. Township: This casual farming and city-building game is also trending in the UK, appearing in popular game lists.
10. Clash of Clans: A long-running strategy game that continues to have a dedicated player base and ranks highly in strategy and popular game charts in the UK.

These lists reflect games that are currently seeing high levels of activity, either through new downloads or consistent player spending, indicating their trending status in their respective markets. The mobile game charts can shift frequently, but these titles have shown strong performance in the first half of May 2025.