AI Insights · Timothy · July 2025
Top 5 iOS Sandbox Games in UAE: Q2 2025 Performance
Explore the performance trends of the top 5 sandbox games on iOS in the UAE during Q2 2025, highlighting key metrics such as downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the second quarter of 2025, the sandbox game category on the iOS platform in the United Arab Emirates showcased intriguing trends. Let's dive into the performance of the top five games in this category, based on Sensor Tower data.
Minecraft: Dream it, Build it! by Mojang saw its weekly revenue fluctuate, peaking at around $9.4K in early April but gradually declining to approximately $4.2K by mid-June. Downloads remained relatively stable, averaging around 370 to 400 weekly, while active users showed a decline from 5.2K to 3.8K over the quarter.
Roblox from Roblox Corporation demonstrated a strong presence with weekly downloads starting at 9.8K and reaching up to 13K by the end of June. Revenue varied between $1.8K and $3.7K, with a notable increase in active users from 371K to 432K.
Growtopia by Ubisoft experienced a boost in revenue mid-quarter, hitting $8.4K in May before stabilizing around $1.1K to $3.7K. Downloads fluctuated between 70 and 200 weekly, while active users showed a gradual increase from 355 to 293.
Melon: Sandbox by Payge Ltd reported steady downloads, peaking at 803 in late June. Revenue remained consistent around $300 to $500. The game maintained a strong active user base, increasing slightly from 27.8K to 30K.
Lastly, Rec Room: Play with Friends by Rec Room Inc had stable weekly downloads, with a slight increase towards the end of the quarter. Revenue varied from $190 to $618, while active users hovered around 1.4K to 1.7K.
These trends reflect the dynamic nature of sandbox games in the UAE's iOS market. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.
