Google Play’s 2025 winners reveal a shocking twist - You won’t believe which app took the top spot

Discover the Google Play Best of 2025 winners featuring top apps and games across creativity productivity gaming learning and family friendly experiences Explore the standout innovations shaping this years digital world.

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Focus Friend

A quirky and productivity app from Hank Green that gamifies your focus sessions. As you work, your Bean Friend knits or works alongside you, but throws a tantrum if you leave. Finish your tasks to unlock rewards and customize its bedroom.

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Pokémon TCG Pocket

The beloved Pokémon Trading Card Game in the palm of your hand. Collect and play with digital Pokémon cards, craft decks and face opponents, with a sleek UI designed for mobile play.

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Luminar

AI-powered app that syncs across mobile and desktop platforms to help you edit photos. Swap out skies, remove noise and objects, and access complex edits with simple taps.

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Disney Speedstorm

Meet your favourite Disney and Pixar characters on the racetrack in this hero-based kart-racing game. Speed your way around the tracks inspired by the studios’ greatest films, customize your kart and race online or locally on any device.

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Instagram Edits

Instagram’s standalone “Edits” app makes photo and video editing easier and a lot more fun. Using templates, filters, and AI-powered editing tools, you can quickly transform your visuals.

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InVideo AI

The app leverages generative AI to create videos from plain text. All you have to do is type what you want in your videos, and the AI works to help you produce.

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Pingo Language Learning

Learn new languages in bite-sized, AI-powered conversations. With lessons broken into friendly interactions, Pingo takes the fuss out of language learning and makes it fun.

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ABCmouse 2

The educational game is both playful and productive for kids. It teaches reading, math, and more in interactive lessons with a colourful, kid-friendly UI. Parents also reap the rewards.