Top Cannabis Games on iOS in South Africa: Q2 2025 Performance

In the second quarter of 2025, the cannabis-themed gaming sector on iOS in South Africa showcased intriguing trends. Here's a closer look at the performance of the top 5 games in this category, with data insights from Sensor Tower.

Weed Firm 2: Back To College from Ludum LLC saw a fluctuating revenue pattern, peaking at around $201 in early April before stabilizing between $60 and $99 towards the end of June. Weekly downloads experienced a decline from 289 to 147 over the quarter, while active users decreased from 526 to 363, indicating a gradual engagement drop.

Weed Firm: RePlanted, another title by Ludum LLC, had minimal revenue activity, with occasional earnings peaking at $30 in late April. Downloads increased significantly in June, jumping from 16 to 97, and active users also rose from 45 to 131, suggesting a resurgence in interest towards the quarter's end.

Weed Growing: Bud Farm Games by Nadeem Munawar did not generate revenue but maintained a consistent download rate, starting at 62 and tapering off to 14 by mid-June, reflecting a steady but limited audience.

Weed Inc: Idle Tycoon from Metamoki Inc. enjoyed a steady revenue stream, peaking at $91 in mid-June. Downloads showed minor fluctuations, starting at 14 and reaching 26 by the end of June. Active user numbers also rose from 37 to 60, indicating stable engagement.

Finally, Weed Factory Idle by Spider Solitaire experienced sporadic revenue moments, with a notable $15 in late May. Downloads varied, with a peak of 46 in late June, and active users increased from 45 to 61, suggesting a late-quarter uptick in player interest.

These insights from Sensor Tower highlight the dynamic nature of the cannabis gaming niche in South Africa, with varying engagement and revenue trends across different titles.