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Top 10 Worldwide Mobile Games By Revenue and Downloads in December 2025

Jan 1, 2026·6 min read

According to Sensor Tower, global mobile game consumer spending reached $6.9 billion in December, up 3.5% month-over-month.
Last War: Survival led revenue growth through tightly executed holiday live ops, including Christmas and New Year events with exclusive skins, discounts, and seasonal gameplay.
Other top titles like Whiteout Survival, Royal Match, and MONOPOLY GO!
sustained strong performance through winter-themed events, collaboration with Harry Potter, and dense live event schedules.
Download rankings saw Block Blast!
top the chart, supported by doubled limited-time events.
ROBLOX ranked second, boosted by a Stray Kids concert event.
Red Dead Redemption led download growth after its mobile debut via Netflix.
Overall, the month underscored the importance of seasonal live ops, collectible incentives, and recognizable IP in driving both revenue and user acquisition across global markets.

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