Earn to Die 2 Climbs 13 Spots in UK Games App Store Charts

Overview of the UK App Store Games Charts - August 18, 2026

The United Kingdom App Store has seen some exciting movements in the Games category as of August 18, 2026. The latest chart rankings reveal significant climbers, notable new entries, and some surprising drops. This report highlights the key trends and changes in the iOS apps landscape.

Top Climbers

This week’s top climber is Earn to Die 2, which surged up the charts from #33 to #20, gaining an impressive 13 positions. Following closely is Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas, jumping from #27 to #22, a gain of 5 spots. Other notable climbers include:

• Slay the Spire: #17 (was #20, +3 positions)
• Plague Inc.: #3 (was #5, +2 positions)
• Red's First Flight: #9 (was #11, +2 positions)

New Chart Entries

This week, the charts welcomed a fresh contender: Sally Face, making its debut at #14. This entry reflects the growing diversity within the Games apps category and indicates potential shifts in player interests.

Top Performers

As always, the competition remains fierce among the top performers. The following apps are holding strong positions in the Top Paid Apps category:

• Full Confidence: #1
• Minecraft: Dream it, Build it!: #2
• Plague Inc.: #3
• Heads Up!: #4
• Servant of the Lake: #5
• Geometry Dash: #6
• MONOPOLY: #7
• chronalife: #8
• Red's First Flight: #9
• Reigns: #10

Notable Drops

While some apps are climbing, others are experiencing declines. Noteworthy drops include:

• Kingdom Rush 5: Alliance TD: #27 (was #17, -10 positions)
• Five Nights at Freddy's: #29 (was #21, -8 positions)
• Pigeon: A Love Story: #23 (was #19, -4 positions)

These movements highlight the dynamic nature of the App Store charts, where user preferences can shift rapidly. Developers should take note of these trends to adapt their strategies accordingly in the competitive environment of the UK App Store.