The Christmas holidays are the perfect time to slow down, relax, and squeeze in some quality gaming between celebrations. That's where this list comes in handy. We've got something cozy to unwind with, a festive pick to match the season, and games that are easy to jump into anytime. With that in mind, here are the best mobile games to play during Christmas. Happy holidays!
20. Cookie Run: Kingdom
Part kingdom builder, part RPG battler, Cookie Run: Kingdom has you collecting special Cookies, decorating your town, and building your very own team for combat. The game also features seasonal events that often add winter skins and limited-time holiday content, making it extra fitting for Christmas.
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19. Christmas Crush
Christmas Crush is a colorful match-3 puzzle game full of holiday cheer. You'll swap ornaments, unlock snowy levels, and enjoy calming jingle music by the fire. It's similar to other mobile games like Candy Crush, but just a little more festive.
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18. Stumble Guys
Stumble Guys is a chaotic party game inspired by obstacle-course shows, where you race, dodge, and fall your way through silly levels against dozens of other players. Holiday updates tend to bring in snowy maps and Christmas costumes, so it'll be a great game for the holidays, especially if you want to team up with family and friends.
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17. Neko Atsume: Kitty Collector
Neko Atsume: Kitty Collector is a cozy passive collection game where you place toys and snacks to attract cats to your backyard. There’s no pressure, no timers — you'll just need to check in from time to time to see which cats showed up.
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16. Stardew Valley
Stardew Valley is a farming and life simulator where you grow crops, fish, mine, befriend fellow villagers, and experience the game’s changing seasons. So, during Christmas, the slower pace and snowy atmosphere make it ideal for those long, relaxing holiday days.
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15. Alto’s Odyssey
Alto’s Odyssey is a relaxing, endless sandboarding mobile game where you'll glide across rolling dunes, jump over gaps, and chain tricks together at your own pace. On top of that, the gameplay is all set against a beautifully shifting backdrop. It's the sort of game you can enjoy after a long day or when you're on the road.
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14. Penguin Isle
Penguin Isle is a chill idle builder where you create a peaceful, snowy island populated by penguins. Progress happens slowly as you unlock new habitats and animals, making it perfect for casual check-ins during the holidays.
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13. Prune
Prune is a minimalist puzzle game where you'll grow and shape trees toward sunlight. It's simple, elegant, meditative, and beautifully paced. It's been described as "wildly creative" and as "an awe-inspiring work of digital poetry".
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12. Tsuki’s Odyssey
Tsuki’s Odyssey is a slow-paced simulator where you follow Tsuki the rabbit as they go through daily routines, exploration, and decorating. Progress happens in real time, making it ideal for checking in once or twice a day during the holidays.
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11. Animal Restaurant
Animal Restaurant is a management game where you run a restaurant staffed by adorable animal characters. You'll unlock recipes, decorate your restaurant space, and build a cozy environment for your customers. It's certainly an easygoing experience that perfectly matches the comforting vibes during Christmas.
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10. Dungeons of Dreadrock 2
Dungeons of Dreadrock 2 is a lesser-known title where you play as a priestess of the Order of the Flame. Your job is to solve puzzles in 100 handcrafted levels, explore the mysterious caves, and find the Crown of Wisdom. It's a great puzzle-driven dungeon crawler, which is perfect for those looking to test their mind and pass the time.
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9. Hidden Folks
Hidden Folks is a hand-drawn, hidden-object game where you search for characters and items in large, interactive scenes. The scale of it is impressive, and the artwork is phenomenal. On top of that, the playful sound effects make it feel like a digital version of a cozy activity book.
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8. Mini Metro
Mini Metro is another minimalist puzzle game where you design the most optimal subway lines for a growing city. It’s calm but mentally engaging. It also has clean visuals and quiet pacing, which make it great for winding down after a busy Christmas day. If you're the type of person who enjoys being a perfectionist, then this might be the one for you.
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7. Whiteout Survival
Whiteout Survival drops you into a frozen post-apocalypse world where you must lead a band of survivors to build a thriving settlement in the midst of both human and natural threats. It features a blend of base-building, resource management, and harsh weather challenges, which keeps the gameplay engaging. With its snowy atmosphere, it's surprisingly a fitting game for the holiday season.
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6. Monument Valley
Monument Valley is a self-described "surreal exploration" game where you'll travel through stunning 3D worlds with dream-like architecture and gentle sound design. It's a challenging game, with both hidden paths and optical illusions, and you'll need to test your puzzle-solving skills to help Princess Ida reach her destination.
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5. Red Dead Redemption
Red Dead Redemption might be a bit of a random inclusion in this list, but with the game having been released recently on mobile through Netflix, we think it's worth jumping into — even if you've played it before. It's an open-world western adventure focused on slow exploration, story-driven missions, and the American frontier. You'll spend your time as the legendary John Marston as you ride across landscapes, take part in gunfights, and make choices to save your family.
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4. Cats & Soup
Cats & Soup is a super cozy idle game where you collect and raise adorable cats in a magical forest. It has very low-stress gameplay that's packed with special festive events, a bunch of recipes, and an almost ASMR-like feel to it.
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3. Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit
In Cozy Grove: Camp Spirit, you'll help woodland spirits on a mysterious island with daily tasks like scavenging, crafting, and decorating after you were left stranded there. You'll also build a campsite, collect resources, and try to reunite with your lost scout troop.
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2. Good Pizza, Great Pizza
Good Pizza, Great Pizza is a mobile game that sees you run your very own pizza shop. You'll take customer orders, manage your restaurants, and serve the best pizzas possible. The gameplay is simple but satisfying, which makes it an easy game to pick up anytime during the holidays.
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1. Pokémon GO
With all that travelling, we'd be remiss if we didn't suggest playing some Pokémon GO. The game rewards players who physically explore new surroundings with Pokémon, battles in Gyms, Raids, and more. What makes the game especially fun during the holidays is its many seasonal events, themed spawns, and limited-time bonuses.
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The Christmas holidays are the perfect time to slow down, relax, and squeeze in some quality gaming between celebrations. That's where this list comes in handy. We've got something cozy to unwind with, a festive pick to match the season, and games that are easy to jump into anytime. With that in mind, here are the best mobile games to play during Christmas. Happy holidays!
