December 2025 wrapped up the year with a clear picture of mobile gaming's heavyweights. The month's performance data shows which games pulled in the most money and which ones dominated the download charts. Revenue figures reflect what players actually spent after platform fees and taxes, with Android stores in China not included in these numbers.
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Last War: Survival dominates December revenue
Last War: Survival claimed the top spot for December, pulling in $140.6 million. That's the best month the game has ever had, and it wasn't particularly close. The survival genre continues to prove itself as a reliable moneymaker when paired with consistent live service updates and player engagement.
Roblox landed in second place with $118.5 million, maintaining its usual position across demographics and regions. MONOPOLY GO! took third with $108.6 million, cementing its status as one of 2025's most dependable earners in the mobile space.
Honor of Kings dropped to its lowest revenue point since 2019. The decline could stem from anniversary promotions that happened earlier in the quarter, or it might reflect the game's shift toward direct-to-consumer sales channels. It could also mean players are spending their money elsewhere as new options compete for attention.
Gossip Harbor: Merge & Story hit a new monthly record with $72 million in December, continuing its upward trajectory. Love and Deepspace posted one of its strongest months yet at $37.4 million, solidifying its place among mobile RPGs that players are willing to spend on.
Block Blast! leads downloads, new puzzle game climbs fast
The download rankings stayed relatively stable at the top. Block Blast! led with 38.3 million installs, followed by Roblox at 24 million and Garena Free Fire at 22.2 million. These games benefit from name recognition and audiences that span multiple regions.
Arrows – Puzzle Escape, a new game from Miniclip, jumped 88 spots to land at 11th place. It racked up 10.8 million downloads in December, showing that straightforward puzzle mechanics still have plenty of room to attract players.
Last War: Survival matched its revenue success with 10.1 million downloads, the highest install count the game has recorded in a single month. That combination of revenue and downloads marks December as a breakout moment for the title.
What December's numbers mean for 2026
December's charts show that established games still control the top revenue slots, but newer titles can break through if they gain traction with downloads. Publishers are testing different monetization models, including web3 integrations and direct storefronts, which could shift how revenue gets distributed in the months ahead.
Source: AppMagic
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What was the top-grossing mobile game in December 2025?
Last War: Survival was the highest-grossing mobile game in December 2025, generating $140.6 million in revenue.
Which mobile game had the most downloads in December 2025?
Block Blast! led the download charts with 38.3 million installs during the month.
Did any games set new records in December 2025?
Yes, Last War: Survival achieved its best month ever in both revenue and downloads, while Gossip Harbor: Merge & Story also set a new revenue record.
Why did Honor of Kings see a revenue decline?
The decline may be linked to earlier anniversary promotions, a shift toward direct-to-consumer revenue, or players gradually moving to other mobile games.
What data does AppMagic include in its rankings?
AppMagic reports revenue net of store fees and taxes, excluding revenue from Android stores in China.
