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Top Hack and Slash Apps on Android in the US: Q3 2025

Explore the performance of the top hack and slash games on Android in the US during Q3 2025, highlighting trends in downloads, revenue, and active users.

Top Hack and Slash Apps on Android in the US: Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the hack and slash category on the Android platform in the United States saw varying performances among its top applications. Here's a closer look at how these games fared, based on data from Sensor Tower.

Solo Leveling:Arise from Netmarble had a dynamic quarter. Weekly revenue started strong at approximately $84K and experienced fluctuations, peaking again at around $86K towards the end of August. Downloads showed a resurgence in late September, increasing from 3.5K to 6.8K. However, active users declined steadily from 76.6K to 26.5K over the quarter.

Stickman Shadow Hunter Fight, developed by Mana Games Studio, maintained a consistent performance. Revenue hovered in the lower hundreds, with a noticeable rise to $436 in the last week. Downloads remained stable, averaging around 4K to 5K weekly, while active users fluctuated slightly, ending at about 20.8K.

Zenless Zone Zero by COGNOSPHERE PTE. LTD. showed impressive revenue spikes, peaking at $311K in mid-July. Downloads saw a high of 5.5K but generally trended downward. Active users decreased from 80.4K to 41.2K by quarter's end, despite a mid-quarter boost.

MARVEL Future Fight also from Netmarble, had moderate revenue gains, peaking at $74.6K in late July. Downloads were relatively low, fluctuating between 1.5K and 2.5K. Active users increased towards the end of the quarter, reaching 20.9K.

Lastly, Devil May Cry: Peak of Combat by nebulajoy experienced a steady decline in revenue, starting at $6.3K and dropping to $2.3K by the end of September. Downloads were stable, averaging around 1.6K, while active users significantly decreased from 4.2K to just 259.

For more detailed insights and trends, visit Sensor Tower's platform, where you can explore comprehensive app analytics and market data.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: October 2025