Top 5 Word Puzzle Games on iOS in South Africa, Q3 2024

In the third quarter of 2024, the word puzzle game category on iOS in South Africa showcased diverse trends across its top five applications. Data sourced from Sensor Tower reveals intriguing insights into their performance.

Wordscapes from PeopleFun, Inc. observed a fluctuating yet stable revenue stream, peaking at approximately $1K in the week of August 26. Weekly downloads experienced a decline from 3.9K to around 2.7K by the end of September, while the weekly active users maintained a consistent level, starting at 15.3K and ending the quarter at 15.5K.

Crossword Master - Word Puzzle, a newer entry by Easybrain Ltd, showed a remarkable increase in revenue, climbing from $35 to $143 by the end of the quarter. Downloads surged significantly from 256 in mid-August to over 5.3K by the end of September, mirrored by a rise in active users from 86 to 8.4K.

Zen Word® - Relax Puzzle Game, developed by Oakever Games, saw modest revenue growth, with a peak at $352 in mid-September. Downloads increased from 558 at the beginning of July to around 1.8K by the end of the quarter. The game also experienced a continuous rise in active users, reaching 6.6K by the end of September.

Cryptogram: Word Brain Puzzle by Joyteractive experienced a steady revenue trend, reaching up to $153 in the final week of September. Downloads fluctuated throughout the quarter, concluding at 1.5K, while active users showed an upward trend, ending at approximately 6.7K.

Lastly, Words of Wonders: Crossword by FUGO BILISIM TEKNOLOJILERI VE YAZILIM TICARET ANONIM SIRKETI maintained a stable revenue pattern, with minor fluctuations ending at $166. Downloads rose from 693 to 1.4K over the quarter, and active users increased from 4.5K to 5.9K.

These trends highlight the dynamic nature of the word puzzle game market in South Africa. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.