Top Mobile Games by Worldwide Revenue: September 2019

This analysis details the top-performing mobile games by worldwide gross revenue for September 2019, utilizing data from the Store Intelligence platform. The findings focus on identifying the highest-earning titles across the Apple App Store and Google Play, excluding third-party Android marketplaces.

PUBG Mobile secured the top position, generating over $158.5 million in user spending, which represents a significant 7.6-fold increase compared to September 2018. China served as the primary market for the title, accounting for 55 percent of its revenue. Pokémon GO followed in second place with $116 million in gross revenue, marking a 33 percent year-over-year growth, with the United States and Japan serving as its most lucrative regions. Other notable performers included Honor of Kings, Fate/Grand Order, and Candy Crush Saga.

The report also highlights the rapid market entry of Dragon Quest Walk, which achieved ninth place globally despite being exclusive to Japan. Released on September 11, the location-based title generated $59.2 million from nearly 1.5 million downloads in its first month. Additionally, Dragon Ball Z: Dokkan Battle rounded out the top ten with $59 million in revenue, driven largely by the Japanese market, which contributed 57 percent of its total player spending. These figures underscore the continued dominance of established franchises and the high revenue potential of location-based gaming mechanics within the global mobile sector.