AI Insights · Timothy · January 2026
Top 5 Science Games on iOS in South Africa: Q4 2025
Explore the performance trends of the top science games on iOS in South Africa during Q4 2025, including downloads, revenue, and active users.
In the fourth quarter of 2025, the top science games on iOS in South Africa showcased varied performance trends, as reported by Sensor Tower.
Plague Inc. from Ndemic Creations demonstrated a notable increase in weekly revenue, peaking at approximately $181 in late December. Downloads fluctuated, reaching a high of 123 in October but dropping to 66 by the end of December. The game maintained a relatively stable active user base, with numbers peaking at 191 in October before settling around 109.
Cell to Singularity: Evolution by Computer Lunch experienced modest weekly revenue, with a noticeable peak of $77 in December. Download numbers remained low throughout the quarter, with a maximum of 17 in September. Active users held steady, averaging around 50.
Patient Zero: Virus game from Brightika, Inc. saw significant fluctuations in downloads, spiking to 441 in October. Revenue followed a similar pattern, peaking at $85 in the same month. Active user figures varied widely, from a high of 741 in late October to 253 by the end of December.
Upload Labs by EnigmaDev Studios had a gradual increase in revenue, reaching $63 in early December. However, downloads were minimal throughout the quarter.
Lastly, Atomas by Max Gittel had stable revenue, averaging around $19, despite low download figures. Active users remained consistent, with numbers fluctuating slightly around 18.
These insights provide a glimpse into the dynamic landscape of science games in South Africa, with detailed data available from Sensor Tower for further analysis.