Top 10 Worldwide Mobile Games By Revenue and Downloads in November 2024

According to Sensor Tower's App Performance Insights, Tencent's Honor of Kings retained its position as the top-grossing global mobile game in November 2024. The game capitalized on seasonal festivities with a Halloween-themed event, featuring a limited-time skin update that ran for 7 days starting October 31. This update added a festive flair and offered exclusive cosmetic content, enhancing player engagement during the holiday season.

For the full ranking of the top 10 mobile games by revenue, please see the chart above. *Please note that data from third-party Android markets is excluded.

Pokémon TCG Pocket, a mobile adaptation of the iconic collectible card game, climbed to the #2 position in worldwide revenue rankings and claimed the top spot for revenue growth in November 2024. Its success lies in its seamless adaptation of the classic Pokémon Trading Card Game experience, retaining the essence of the original while optimizing gameplay for mobile with intuitive controls, polished animations, and engaging strategic mechanics. This blend appeals to both nostalgic fans and a new generation of players. The game’s top download markets include the United States, Brazil, France, Japan, and Mexico, while its strong monetization strategy has driven global gross revenue to around $216 million to-date. Key markets contributing to consumer spend include Japan, the United States, France, Taiwan, and Germany.

Royal Match ranked third, Scopely’s MONOPOLY GO! came in fourth and Last War: Survival took the fifth spot respectively.

In the global mobile game market in November 2024, estimated consumer spending through the App Store and Google Play reached $6.54 billion, a 0.05% drop compared to the previous month. The U.S. remained the highest revenue market for mobile games worldwide, recording approximately $2.1 billion, equivalent to 32.3% of worldwide revenue. The Chinese iOS market came second with 17.3% of the revenue, followed by the Japanese market at 13.9%.

November saw three standout games driving significant revenue growth: Capybara Go!, Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade and Identity V, ranking fifth, sixth, and ninth, respectively. These titles excelled due to their engaging gameplay, strong brand appeal, and innovative monetization strategies.

Capybara Go!, an idle RPG, secured the #5 spot in worldwide revenue growth, leaping 143 positions to rank #46 by total revenue. Published by HABBY, the game has amassed 9 million downloads since its global launch in October 2024, with key markets including South Korea, Vietnam, and the United States. The game’s appeal lies in its unique combination of zoo management and idle RPG mechanics, offering a lighthearted and engaging experience. With  over $32.8 million in IAP revenue to-date, its monetization strategy cleverly integrates progression-based purchases with charming animal-themed cosmetics, encouraging consistent player spending while enhancing the gameplay experience.

Jujutsu Kaisen Phantom Parade, a squad RPG based on the popular anime series, rose 348 positions to #66 by revenue. Published by CyberAgent and bilibili, it has amassed 8.3 million downloads and $137 million in revenue globally, with Japan, the U.S., and South Korea as key markets. In November, the game celebrated its first anniversary with a special event introducing limited-time SSR characters, driving heightened engagement and spending from fans. Its monetization strategy effectively leverages exclusive gacha content and collaborations tied to popular characters, cementing its appeal to both anime enthusiasts and RPG players.

Identity V, an asymmetric battle game, climbed 42 positions to rank #36 by revenue. Published by NetEase, it boasts 98 million downloads to date and over $1.07 billion in lifetime consumer spend. The game received a significant boost from its collaboration event with popular RPG Persona 5 Royal, introducing exclusive crossover content, including themed costumes, accessories, and limited-time events, which resonated strongly with fans of both franchises.

Top 10 Worldwide Mobile Game Download Rankings for November 2024

Garena Free Fire held its position as the most downloaded mobile game globally. Pokémon TCG Pocket ranked second, followed by Mini Games: Calm & Relax, Block Blast!, and Roblox which completed the top five by downloads.

According to Sensor Tower's App Performance Insights, Garena Free Fire was the most downloaded mobile game globally in November 2024, adding over 25 million downloads and pushing its lifetime total to an impressive 1.78 billion. India accounted for 45.3% of these downloads, followed by Indonesia at 11.5% and Brazil at 5.4%. The game’s enduring success in emerging markets stems from its device-friendly optimization, free-to-play accessibility, and localized strategies such as region-specific events and collaborations that deeply engage its diverse player base.

Pokémon TCG Pocket claimed the #2 spot in worldwide downloads, emerging as the top game globally in download growth. Its first event, Fire Pokémon Mass Outbreak, launched in late November, captivated players by offering exclusive in-game rewards, themed card packs, and engaging challenges. The event encouraged players to expand their collections and immerse themselves further in the game, showcasing a strong start to its live event strategy.

For the full ranking of the top 10 mobile games by downloads, please see the chart above. *Please note that data from third-party Android markets is excluded.

The remaining titles in the top 5 by downloads are Mini Games: Calm & Relax, Block Blast!, and Roblox respectively.

In November 2024, there were over 3.94 billion mobile game downloads worldwide from the App Store and Google Play, representing a 1% increase compared to the previous month. India ranked first among markets, recording 667 million downloads, accounting for 17% of global downloads. The United States was second with 8.2%, and Brazil was third with 7.2%.

In November, five new mobile games — Horror Spranky Beats, Real Moto Driving Racing World, Cat And Granny - Cat Simulator, Prison Survival: Tap Challenge and Traffic Bike Rush Driving City, as well as rapidly rising titles Ultimate Traffic Driving Car and Super City: Building Master — all secured spots among the top 10 games in terms of download growth. This highlights the sustained popularity of simulation and racing games, which continue to dominate the charts with their broad appeal and engaging mechanics.

Super City: Building Master, an avatar life game, ranked #9 for worldwide download growth, soaring 369 positions to #32 in absolute downloads. Published by XGame Global, it has amassed 9.1 million downloads since its October 2024 release, with top markets including India, Brazil, Turkey, Indonesia, and Russia. Featuring a voxel art style and a third-person perspective, the game stands out by blending city-building mechanics with avatar customization and social interaction, creating an engaging and community-driven experience.

Note: Sensor Tower's download data reflects only the first-time downloads through an App Store or Google Play account. Repeat downloads by the same account on different devices or the same device are not included. The download data aggregates different versions of the same app (e.g., Facebook and Facebook Lite).

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