Google Play's 2025 Best Game of the Year: Pokémon TCG Pocket
Google Play has announced its 2025 Best Of lists, and among the winners is Pokémon TCG Pocket, a digital adaptation of the beloved physical card game. This year's awards were more focused, with Google dropping the Best Multi-Device and Best for Families categories.
Google praised Pokémon TCG Pocket for its ability to capture the essence of the physical game while enhancing the collecting experience. The digital version retains the joy of flipping coins and tearing open booster packs, adding a tangible feel to the gameplay. This well-designed approach brings the card game to life, making it a vivid and tactile experience.
The judges highlighted the game's innovative use of its digital format, making the card game more accessible and immersive. By bringing the physical game to a new era, Pokémon TCG Pocket has earned the title of Best Game of 2025.
The full list of winners includes:
- Best Game: Pokémon TCG Pocket
- Best Multiplayer: Dunk City Dynasty
- Best Pick Up & Play: Candy Crush Solitaire
- Best Indie: Chants of Sennaar
- Best Story: Disco Elysium
- Best Ongoing: Wuthering Waves
- Best on Play Pass: Dredge
- Best for Google Play Games on PC: Odin: Valhalla Rising
This year's awards showcase the diverse and innovative gaming experiences available on Google Play, with a focus on quality and player engagement.
