AI Insights · Timothy · January 2026
Top 5 iOS Horror Games in South Africa: Q4 2025 Performance
Explore the performance trends of the top 5 horror games on iOS in South Africa during Q4 2025, including downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the iOS platform in South Africa saw intriguing trends in the horror games category. Here's a breakdown of the top 5 games based on their performance metrics, as reported by Sensor Tower.
Granny by Dennis Vukanovic exhibited a notable rise in weekly downloads, starting from 87 at the end of September and climbing to 488 by the end of December. Active users followed a similar upward trajectory, with numbers increasing from 505 to 1.2K by the quarter's end.
The Baby In Yellow from Team Terrible Limited saw fluctuations in downloads, peaking at 301 in early December. Active users peaked at 523 in December, showcasing a consistent engagement throughout the quarter.
Nightmare Puzzles: The Unknown, published by Ta Van Truong, experienced a steady increase in active users, reaching 1.1K in early December. Downloads saw a peak at 279 in late December, indicating a healthy interest in the game.
Hello Neighbor by tinyBuild LLC had a notable increase in downloads, peaking at 305 by the end of December. Active user numbers also surged to 510, reflecting consistent player interest.
Finally, Granny: Chapter Two showed a gradual rise in downloads, hitting 261 in late December. Active users grew steadily, reaching 670 by the quarter's close.
These insights from Sensor Tower highlight the dynamic landscape of horror games on iOS in South Africa during Q4 2025. For more detailed analytics and insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.
