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Top 5 Hack and Slash Apps on Android in New Zealand Q3 2025

Explore the performance trends of the top 5 hack and slash apps on Android in New Zealand during Q3 2025, with insights from Sensor Tower.

Top 5 Hack and Slash Apps on Android in New Zealand Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the hack and slash genre on Android in New Zealand witnessed notable trends among the top-performing applications. Here's a closer look at their performance metrics.

Solo Leveling:Arise, developed by Netmarble, saw a modest fluctuation in weekly revenue, starting at approximately $641 and peaking at $697 by the end of July. Downloads showed a downward trend initially but rebounded in September, reaching a high of 90. Weekly active users began at around 16K, experiencing a slight dip mid-quarter before climbing back to over 15K.

Stickman Shadow Hunter Fight from Mana Games Studio started with low revenue figures but saw a gradual increase, closing the quarter at $32. Downloads increased significantly towards the end, peaking at 100, while active users also showed growth, ending at 318.

Zenless Zone Zero by COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD. experienced a significant revenue surge in mid-July, reaching $1.85K, before stabilizing around $533. Downloads peaked at 94 early in the quarter, while active users decreased from over 1K to 255 by the quarter's end.

Mecha Destiny, developed by LAFON, recorded its highest downloads in the week of September 22, with 242 downloads, showing a notable interest surge.

Otherworld Legends by ChillyRoom maintained consistent revenue, peaking at $21 in early July. Downloads were generally stable, with a peak of 46 in mid-August, and active users varied slightly, ending at 34.

These insights, sourced from Sensor Tower, provide a detailed look into the dynamic app market in New Zealand. For more comprehensive data, visit Sensor Tower's platform.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: October 2025