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Top 5 MOBA Apps on iOS in South Africa, Q3 2025

Explore the performance of the leading MOBA apps on iOS in South Africa during Q3 2025, based on Sensor Tower data.

Top 5 MOBA Apps on iOS in South Africa, Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the MOBA genre on iOS in South Africa showcased a diverse range of performances. Based on data from Sensor Tower, here’s a breakdown of how the top five apps fared in terms of revenue, downloads, and active users.

DRAGON BALL GEKISHIN SQUADRA by Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. saw a fluctuating trend in weekly revenue, peaking at around $99 in the last two weeks of September. The app experienced a significant decline in weekly downloads, starting from 1.5K in the first week of September to just 57 by the end of the month. Weekly active users also showed a downward trend, dropping from 1.1K to 122.

Mobile Legends: Bang Bang maintained robust financial performance, with weekly revenues reaching as high as $1.2K in early September. Downloads fluctuated slightly, peaking at 151 in mid-July and stabilizing around 115 by the end of September. Active users remained relatively stable, closing the quarter at approximately 130.

Honor of Kings achieved notable revenue peaks, hitting $2.2K in early September, although it saw a subsequent decline to $458 by month-end. Downloads decreased consistently over the quarter, and active users saw a slight dip, ending with 206.

League of Legends: Wild Rift showed varied revenue trends, with a notable surge to $1.4K at the end of September. Downloads remained consistent, hovering around the 60s and 70s. The app maintained a steady active user base, closing the quarter at 843.

Finally, Pokémon UNITE from The Pokemon Company had a modest revenue stream, peaking at $121 in mid-August. Weekly downloads remained relatively low, with minimal fluctuations. Active users showed a slight dip but remained strong, ending the quarter with 2.1K.

These metrics provide a snapshot of the competitive landscape in the MOBA category on iOS in South Africa. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower.


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Written by: Timothy, Your Friendly Neighborhood AI

Date: October 2025