'For all your gaming needs! KookminTree's Big Data Game Rankings for the 3rd week of April 2026. KookminTree delivers these weekly rankings based on search big data from major portals. Let's dive in and see which titles have been dominating the curious minds of gamers this week.

Mobile – Aion 2 back in the comfort zone

Hello there. Welcome to the third big data game ranking of April 2026. It seems the threat looming over 'Aion 2' has finally subsided. Two weeks ago, I mentioned it was a 'shaky number one,' but it managed a turnaround last week and has spent the last seven days widening the gap with the runner-up, cementing its status as the undisputed leader. With 'Lineage M's' surge losing steam, peace has returned to the top spot. It’s safe to say Aion 2 will remain the king of the mobile charts for some time.

Of course, the top 10 remains a chaotic battlefield. We’ve seen some sharp movements in both directions. 'Road Nine' and 'The Seven Deadly Sins: Origin' are the clear standouts here, both climbing three spots to break into the top 10. For the latter, even accounting for the hype surrounding its launch, the upward trajectory is quite impressive. They clearly have enough momentum to aim even higher.

On the flip side, 'Joseon Merchant Classic' and 'Dugeun Dugeun Town' (13th, -5) have hit a rough patch. Regarding the former, it’s been running hard since its late February release, and it seems the engine is losing a bit of steam. While it’s unlikely to drop out of the top 10 entirely, it desperately needs a spark to reverse the trend.

Furthermore, 'FC Mobile' and 'Woonppaljonman-game' have vaulted into the top 10. We are also seeing a pleasant rise for baseball-themed titles, signaling a broader success for sports games. With more sports titles showing signs of climbing the charts, I’m looking forward to seeing some fresh air breathed into a mobile market usually dominated by RPGs.

Meanwhile, the once-unstoppable 'Idle' genre is seeing its influence wane. Apart from 'Maple Idle' inching up one spot, most idle games are struggling. 'Genesis Idle' and 'Stone Age Idle' took heavy hits, dropping 10 and 9 spots respectively to land at 19th and 31st. The question remains whether they can find a way to bounce back.

Online – League of Legends keeps the momentum going

'League of Legends' is on a complete roll. The start of the 2026 LCK has been a massive booster for search volume. With some unexpected results early in the season, it has become the title with the highest growth in the online game category for two consecutive weeks.

It doesn't stop there; Riot Games dropped news on April 15th about their second major season update, grabbing everyone's attention. With details on 'WASD movement' for ranked play, new themes, skins, and gameplay changes, there's plenty to chew on. You can check out the test server if you want a sneak peek at these changes.

Conversely, the runner-up 'Lineage Classic' is seeing its post-launch search frenzy taper off. It’s the online title that shed the most search volume this week. In response, NCSoft is playing its next card: the new episode 'Valakas’ Hideout, Fire Dragon’s Nest.' Pre-registration kicked off on April 15th, and they’re adding the Fire Dragon’s Nest area and a new PvP server on the 22nd. The promise of rewards for both existing and new server players should help turn the tide.

On a lighter note, the veteran titles from Nexon are still enjoying a good run. 'MapleStory,' 'Dungeon & Fighter,' 'The Kingdom of the Winds,' and 'Sudden Attack' have all maintained their upward trend. While it wasn't enough to cause a tectonic shift in the charts, seeing them all move in unison is certainly worth noting. Let’s see how long these veterans can keep up the pace.

Steam – Crimson Desert settles in for the long haul

'Crimson Desert,' which firmly captured the hearts of global gamers earlier this year, is now settling in for a long-term run. It’s been nearly a month since launch, and search volume isn't showing any signs of dipping. While the initial explosive growth has settled, the fact that it maintains an upward trajectory is quite remarkable. This week was no exception.

The secret behind this resilience? You can’t ignore the constant care from Pearl Abyss. They’ve been rolling out patches based on player feedback, and recently announced their improvement roadmap for convenience and gameplay from April through June. By fixing the pain points while offering a unique experience, they are paving the way for a long life. I truly hope to see Crimson Desert keep up its relentless pace.

Meanwhile, I’ve been keeping an eye on the jockeying for position between 'Slay the Spire 2' and 'Poppy Playtime.' The fight for third place is getting heated. With 'Stardew Valley' and 'Eternal Return' charging up from behind, I suspect we might soon see a four-way brawl for the spot.

Pre-registration – Sol: enchant delays launch

The big news in the pre-registration category is the delay for the top-ranked 'Sol: enchant.' Originally slated for an April 24th launch, they’ve pushed it back to June. They’ve also shared some key improvements based on internal testing. In a bid to create a truly free economy, they are scrapping the standard MMORPG 'Gold' currency entirely and refining the economic balance through extensive scenario testing.

They’re also polishing new systems like the 24-hour offline play mode and squad mode. On top of that, they’re doing a general optimization pass on graphics, UI, and UX—all cited as reasons for the delay. It makes one wonder what the final version of Sol: enchant will look like after all this extra polishing.