‘KookminTree’ presents the big data game rankings for the fourth week of August 2025. KookminTree curates these rankings weekly based on search engine big data. Let’s dive into what games players have been searching for the most this week.

Mobile – A Brief Calm Before the Storm

Welcome to the final weekly big data game ranking of August 2025. The mobile charts have hit a surprising lull. After weeks of volatility fueled by shifting top spots, new releases, and returning classics, the fluctuations have noticeably subsided. Specifically, the Top 10 saw only a swap between 9th and 10th place, while positions 1 through 8 remained stagnant compared to last week.

Still, outside the top tier, 'DK Mobile: Reborn' managed to turn heads with a seven-spot climb. This surge is likely tied to recent updates and the announcement of new content alongside an upcoming global server launch, with the latter's update alarm event successfully driving search volume.

'Lineage W' also moved up three spots, making these two the most dynamic titles of the fourth week of August. Lineage W had its own update news, specifically the addition of large-scale content dubbed 'The Miracle'. With generous events running alongside, the search volume is expected to maintain its upward trajectory for a while.

Beyond these two, there were no seismic shifts or dramatic plunges. Most titles held their ground or shifted by a mere one or two spots. However, this calm is expected to shatter next week as third-quarter newcomers finally make their move.

Leading the charge is 'Vampire'. This major release from Netmarble hit the market on August 26. It is an MMORPG themed around vampires and a dark fantasy medieval world. Upon launch, it opened 10 worlds across 30 servers and achieved the impressive feat of reaching No. 1 in Apple’s revenue chart within just eight hours.

We expect its search volume to be equally staggering, given the massive numbers recorded during its pre-registration phase. With the official launch now in the mix, it is likely to secure a high position on the mobile charts. It will be fascinating to see just how hard this initial impact hits.

The titles following Vampire are also generating considerable hype. 'The King of Fighters AFK', 'The Starlight', and 'Goddess Order' are all slated for September. Beyond those with confirmed release dates, plenty of other titles are putting the final polish on their Q3 or second-half launches, keeping the excitement at a fever pitch.

Online – The Supervive Sprint Stalls

If there was one protagonist for online games in August, it would have to be 'Supervive'. Debuting at 17th in late July, it saw a steady climb in every metric throughout August. We have covered its progress weekly in these rankings, as it served as a rare and welcome new release in a typically stagnant online sector.

However, the Supervive sprint hit a wall in the final count for August. We previously noted it reached 10th place and needed to fight to keep that spot, but within just one week, it has slid down to 16th. The post-launch hype has faded, leading to a significant drop in search interest.

This decline isn't just limited to searches; PC bang usage and streaming viewership figures have followed suit. We suspect the end of the PC bang events is the primary culprit. The developers need a new ace up their sleeve; the encore event from August 14 and the recent addition of a new hunter clearly aren't enough, making the next content update critical.

Contrasting with Supervive, one game saw a massive spike this week: 'Path of Exile 2', which surged five spots. The reason is crystal clear: the launch of a new expansion. Set for update on August 30 at 5:00 AM, the developers announced a period of free-to-play access, which has piqued significant gamer interest.

The expansion, 'The Third Decree', continues the story from the end of Act 3. Players head to the Karui Islands in search of the titular artifact, humanity’s last hope and a powerful weapon. Act 4 introduces a non-linear structure with eight explorable islands. With new features like the merchant tab and market panels on the way, we expect search volume to climb even higher next week.

Steam – Veterans Lead While Newcomers Build Hype

This week’s Steam chart saw a resurgence of veteran titles. In the Top 10, 'It Takes Two' and 'GTA 5' stood out, while outside the top tier, 'The Sims 4' (25th, +4), 'Last Epoch' (re-entry, 29th), and 'inZOI' (re-entry, 31st) made waves, driven by DLC launches and new season starts.

While the old guard shows its strength, heavy-hitting newcomers are baiting players. The most anticipated is arguably 'Hollow Knight: Silksong'. A recent official broadcast confirmed its release for September 4, much to the delight of fans everywhere.

As the successor to the original 'Hollow Knight', the title follows a 2017 Metroidvania Soulslike known for its charming visuals, brutal difficulty, and deep lore. The original was a massive success, leading to the sequel announcement in 2019. After missing its original early 2023 release window and going radio silent, this official date comes as a massive, welcome surprise.

Many are also waiting for 'Super Robot Wars Y', arriving on August 28. It is a long-awaited new entry that balances series tradition with bold new attempts. With a diverse roster of participating works, we expect Super Robot Wars Y to dominate community discussions for some time post-launch.

Pre-registration – Anticipated Hits Ready to Launch!

As expected, Vampire held an overwhelming 1st place in the final count for the pre-registration category. Since it launched on August 26, it will make its debut on the mobile game charts next week. As mentioned, we expect a strong initial ranking.

Following Vampire, other highly anticipated titles are set to launch in September. 'The Starlight' is confirmed for September 18, and 'Goddess Order' for September 24. Furthermore, 'R2 Origin', 'StoneAge: Pet World' (6th), and 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' (10th) have also provided rough windows for their arrivals.

Of these, 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' will be appearing at the Tokyo Game Show in September alongside 'Monster Guild: Star Dive'. The developers have announced hands-on demos and various stage events, leaving us wondering if any new, juicy details will surface there.