レイトン教授と不思議な町 EXHD Climbs 37 Spots in Japan

Overview

As of April 30, 2026, the Japan App Store charts for Games have shown notable movement, particularly with the resurgence of classic titles and new entries that have captured the attention of users. This report delves into the prominent climbers, new entries, and overall trends affecting the Top Paid Apps category.

Top Climbers

Several apps have made significant gains in the rankings this week:

• レイトン教授と不思議な町 EXHD for スマートフォン: Climbed to #4 from #41, gaining 37 positions.
• FINAL FANTASY VIII Remastered: Rose to #23 from #45, up 22 positions.
• FINAL FANTASY V: Moved up to #14 from #31, gaining 17 positions.
• FINAL FANTASY VII: Advanced to #12 from #18, a 6-position gain.
• ８番出口: Increased to #20 from #26, up 6 spots.

New Entries

This week also saw exciting new entries in the charts:

• レイトン教授と悪魔の箱 EXHD for スマートフォン: Entered the rankings at #16, showcasing the continued popularity of the Layton series.

Top Performers

The following apps continue to dominate the top positions:

• ダンジョンウィズイン: #1
• Minecraft: クラフト、建築、サバイバル: #2
• スイカゲーム-Aladdin X: #3
• レイトン教授と不思議な町 EXHD for スマートフォン: #4
• スマスロ マギアレコード 魔法少女まどかマギカ外伝: #5

Notable Drops

Despite the gains made by many titles, some apps have experienced a decline:

• Stardew Valley 「スターデューバレー」: Dropped to #28 from #21, down 7 positions.
• パチスロ かぐや様は告らせたい: Fell to #19 from #13, down 6 spots.
• バックパック・バトル: Decreased to #21 from #15, down 6 positions.
• CloverPit: Dropped to #15 from #10, down 5 spots.
• ミリオンゴッド－神々の凱旋－: Fell to #22 from #17, down 5 positions.

Overall, the Japan App Store charts for Games have demonstrated a dynamic environment, with classic titles making a strong return and new entries sparking interest. Developers should keep an eye on these movements as they indicate shifting user preferences and potential opportunities for growth in the iOS apps market.