Weekly Ranking Report — 2026-W26

The South Korea App Store Top Grossing chart saw significant movement during week 2026-W26. A total of 74 games experienced ranking changes, with 16 new entries breaking into the chart and 16 titles dropping out of the tracked positions. The competitive landscape continues to evolve rapidly, reflecting shifts in user acquisition strategies and live-operations events.

The standout performer of the week was 마비노기 모바일 by NEXON Company, which surged 36 positions from #38 to #2 in the Top Grossing chart. This dramatic ascent is typically indicative of a major content update, a seasonal promotional event, or a well-executed user acquisition campaign that drove a spike in in-app purchase activity.

On the downside, 삼국지 전략판 experienced the largest decline, falling 50 spots from #20 to #70. Such drops can signal the natural decay following a temporary event boost, increased competition from rival titles, or a shift in user spending patterns. It is important to note that a ranking drop does not always imply absolute revenue decline — other titles may have simply outperformed during this period.

The top three grossing positions are currently held by WOS: 화이트아웃 서바이벌 (#1), 마비노기 모바일 (#2), and 가십하버: 합성 & 스토리 게임 (#3). WOS: 화이트아웃 서바이벌 claimed the #1 spot this week, demonstrating strong revenue performance. The estimated monthly revenue for the #1 position in the South Korea App Store is approximately $8.1M.

Notable new entries this week include 세포 특공대 - 전략형 타워 디펜스 (entering at #32), 시티 데몬헌터즈: 각성자들 (entering at #47), 별별 히어로: 영웅 다있소 (entering at #52). Fresh entries into the Top Grossing chart often indicate successful launch campaigns, viral social media attention, or cross-promotion from established IP franchises. Tracking whether these new entrants sustain their positions in subsequent weeks provides valuable insight into their long-term revenue potential.

The South Korea mobile gaming market remains one of the most competitive segments globally. With 100 titles actively tracked in the Top Grossing chart, the barrier to entry continues to be high for new developers. Consistent monitoring of weekly ranking shifts enables data-driven decisions for user acquisition budgets, content scheduling, and competitive benchmarking.