Top 5 Virtual Pet Apps on iOS in South Africa - Q3 2025

In the third quarter of 2025, the virtual pet app market on iOS in South Africa showed varied performance across the top five applications. According to data from Sensor Tower, here’s how these apps fared.

My Cat – Virtual Pet Games by APPSYOULOVE LTD saw a notable rise in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $355 in late September. Downloads started strong in July with 100, but saw a decline, stabilizing at around 30 by the end of the quarter. The app maintained steady active user numbers, starting at 157 and ending at 99.

My Dragon - Virtual Pet Game also from APPSYOULOVE LTD, experienced fluctuations in revenue, with a high of $297 at the start of the quarter, and ending at $171. Downloads dropped significantly from 110 in mid-July to just 12 by September's end, while active user numbers remained relatively stable, closing at 194.

Pokémon Sleep by The Pokemon Company had an interesting revenue trend, reaching $299 in the last week of September. However, downloads were minimal, with a small burst of activity in late September. Active users showed a slight increase, ending the quarter at 175.

Dino Fun - Games for kids from Avocado Mobile Inc exhibited a steady revenue stream, fluctuating around $141 by quarter’s end. Downloads were inconsistent, with a noticeable dip to zero in early September before picking up slightly. Active users remained fairly consistent, closing at 206.

My Talking Slimy: Slime Cat 3D by Pixeland LLC showed a declining revenue trend, starting at $219 and ending at $148. Downloads decreased from 337 in early July to 84 by the end of September. However, active users saw a resurgence, finishing strong at 370.

For more detailed insights into these trends, Sensor Tower provides comprehensive data and analysis, highlighting the dynamics of the virtual pet app market in South Africa.