‘GameMeca Kookmin Tree’ presents the big data game ranking for the fourth week of July 2026. Kookmin Tree aggregates search data from major portals every week to track what players are actually curious about. Let's dive into what everyone has been searching for this week.

Mobile – Two Newcomers Make a Splash

Welcome back. It is time for our fourth big data ranking of July 2026. The upper echelons of the mobile market, previously rather stagnant, are finally showing cracks. The top three has been shaken up, with 'Roblox' climbing two spots to claim second place, while last week’s runner-up, 'Sol: Enchant', has slipped to fourth. 'Aion 2' and 'Lineage M' continue to hold steady in first and third.

The decline of 'Sol: Enchant' seems linked to the natural fading of its post-launch hype. Having passed the one-month mark, the title is entering a stabilisation phase and requires fresh momentum to bounce back. The developer recently held an event to select the first 'God' within the game, and we shall see if their ongoing efforts to expand content and quality-of-life improvements yield results.

Meanwhile, the momentum behind 'Pokémon GO' is undeniable; it has successfully overtaken the sister title 'Pokémon Champions'. It is now breathing down the neck of 'Maple Growing' in eighth place, making further climbs likely next week. With the tight margins between seventh place 'Goddess of Victory: Nikke' and ninth place, even minor updates could trigger significant shifts. The brief period of calm at the top of the mobile charts is clearly coming to an end.

Outside the top ten, two newcomers are grabbing headlines: 'Digimon UP' and 'Ragnarok M: Classic', which debuted at 13th and 20th respectively. Both rely on strong existing IP, and we expect them to make an aggressive push toward the top ten over the next three to four weeks while the launch buzz remains high.

Of the two, 'Ragnarok M: Classic' positions itself as a successor to 'Ragnarok M: Eternal Love', aiming to recapture the spirit of the original service. By building an economy centred on the basic 'Zeny' currency, the developer has significantly lowered the burden of microtransactions and even provides monthly cards for free. The goal, according to the official statement, is to offer the pure joy of adventure without unnecessary financial pressure.

Elsewhere, 'Arthdal Chronicles: Three Controllers', 'FC Mobile', and 'Zombie High School' have returned to the chart. 'Arthdal Chronicles: Three Controllers' in particular is staging a comeback via its new 'New World' server, which leans into the 'play equals growth' philosophy. By ditching traditional packages in favour of simple passes and subscriptions, the developer is clearly trying to lure back new and returning players with a friendlier growth curve.

Online – A Fierce Battle for the Top Ten

While the online game top three saw changes last week, the fourth week of July has been defined by a chaotic brawl around the tenth position. From 'Valorant' in seventh to 'Crazy Arcade BnB' in 13th, seven titles have seen their rankings shift in just one week—this is currently the most competitive stretch on the online chart.

This week’s winners include 'Valorant', 'Minecraft', 'Dungeon & Fighter', and 'TalesRunner' (12th, +1). 'Minecraft' is particularly pleased, as it saw the largest surge in search volume among the group, successfully returning to the top ten. Collaborative broadcasts with streamers from June through early July are clearly paying dividends. One wonders if it has the legs to surpass 'Sudden Attack' in sixth.

Conversely, 'Crazy Arcade BnB' continues to struggle. The initial surge of interest following its server closure announcement is slowly tapering off. Expect it to keep drifting downward until it makes a final, sentimental splash around the August 13 termination date.

On a quieter note, 'Mabinogi' (19th, +1) is steadily building presence. While not a headline-grabber, its search metrics have been climbing since June, and it has risen one spot this week. The 'Newbie Return' summer update launched on July 9 appears to be the catalyst for this slow, methodical climb.

Steam – 'Palworld' Rockets to Second

The momentum behind 'Palworld' is nothing short of impressive. It has surged three spots to claim second place on the Steam charts, leaving heavyweights like 'PUBG: Battlegrounds', 'Shengshi Tianxia: The Empress’s Rise', and 'Crimson Desert' in the dust. The buzz surrounding its official release is massive, marking it as the top-gaining title in our metrics this week. With more content to explore, this upward trajectory is likely to persist.

However, toppling the king is no easy feat. 'Metcha Chameleon' remains comfortably in the lead. Though search volume dipped slightly compared to last week, it is far from a crisis. It seems destined to hold the throne throughout July, though the developer must be wary of the slow, downward trend in interest.

We also have a new face: 'Princess Maker: Children of Prophecy', which entered the chart at 23rd. This title has had a tumultuous history, including a period where development was completely halted. Now, following a massive content update, it has firmly captured the attention of gamers.

On June 29, the developer completed the growth system, implementing a full eight-year training cycle. With 10 types of study, 15 activities, 3 rest types, and a staggering 53 possible endings—including 44 job endings and 9 relationship endings—the game has been significantly fleshed out. This expansion has pushed its recent Steam user reviews to 'Overwhelmingly Positive'. It will be fascinating to see the final form of 'Princess Maker: Children of Prophecy' upon its full release.

Pre-registration – Release Dates Finally Surface

There were no major new arrivals on the pre-registration chart this week, but we are finally getting concrete release dates. Notably, third-placed 'Yulgang: Next' has confirmed an official launch on July 29. Expect to see it move to the mobile game chart in our first report of August.

Also, 'Higan: Eruthyll' begins domestic service on July 23. Developed by Bilibili, this is a multi-platform 3D subculture collection RPG. Following its global launch in April 2023, the developer has been rolling out a '2.0 remake' version with overhauled game systems and character designs, which is exactly what domestic players will be receiving.