Top 5 Pirate Games on iOS in New Zealand: Q4 2025 Performance

During the fourth quarter of 2025, the pirate-themed gaming category on iOS in New Zealand showcased varied performances across the top five applications. Here’s a closer look at the trends for each game, based on data from Sensor Tower.

GTa V Mod: Pirate Invasion experienced a significant rise in weekly downloads, starting from just 21 downloads at the end of September and peaking at 95 downloads by the end of December.

Sliding Pirate showed a late surge in downloads, with a notable increase from 8 downloads in early December to 120 by the week of December 22. This game maintained a consistent engagement even without generating revenue during this period.

Pirate Crew: Next Chapter saw its weekly downloads peak at 134 in mid-November, while its revenue reached a high of $523 in the same week, before declining to $65 by November 17.

Pirate Raid: Caribbean Battle displayed a steady increase in active users, growing from 10 to 34 throughout the quarter. Revenue showed a slight uptick starting late November, with a modest peak of $24.

Finally, Sea of Conquest: Pirate War generated the highest revenue among the games, with weekly earnings fluctuating around $600, peaking at $763 in October. Downloads surged dramatically in December, reaching 69 by month’s end, while active users increased from 128 to 173 over the quarter.

These insights from Sensor Tower highlight the dynamic landscape of pirate games in New Zealand, with each title carving its own path in terms of user engagement and monetization. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.