Block Out! Surges 43 Spots in Japan's Top Free Games

Overview

As of June 4, 2026, the Japan App Store has seen some exciting movements in the Games category of the Top Free Apps. Notably, Block Out! - Color Sort Puzzle has made a significant leap, climbing 43 positions to reach #22. This week, we delve into the top climbers, consistent performers, and notable drops within the charts.

Top Climbers

This week has been particularly favorable for several games that have made impressive gains:

• Block Out! - Color Sort Puzzle: #22 (up 43 positions from #65)
• NTE: Neverness to Everness: #20 (up 7 positions from #27)
• Arrows – Puzzle Escape: #10 (up 6 positions from #16)
• 確認させてください: #17 (up 4 positions from #21)
• XP Hero: #26 (up 4 positions from #30)

New Chart Entries

This week, there have been no new entries in the Japan App Store’s Top Free Games chart. However, the existing titles continue to show resilience and competition among the top ranks.

Top Performers

Holding steady at the peak of the charts, here are the top performers:

• フォートナイト: #1
• Arrows GO! - 矢印パズルゲーム: #2
• Jewel Coloring: #3
• Snake Puzzle: Slither to Eat!: #4
• トリミン2！-トリッキーミーン2 いじわる脳トレパズルゲーム: #5

Notable Drops

While some apps are climbing, others are facing declines in their rankings:

• [777Real]パチスロ 炎炎ノ消防隊: #29 (down 10 positions from #19)
• 超自然スクワッド: #30 (down 5 positions from #25)
• ドラゴンクエストスマッシュグロウ ドラクエローグライトRPG: #12 (down 4 positions from #8)
• ロイヤルマッチ（Royal Match): #28 (down 4 positions from #24)

As we analyze these movements, it’s clear that the competition within the Japan App Store remains fierce, particularly within the gaming segment. Developers should keep a close eye on these trends to understand user preferences and market dynamics.