FINAL FANTASY VII Soars 40 Spots in Japan's Top Paid Games

Overview

As of July 16, 2026, the Japan App Store charts for paid games have seen significant movements, particularly with classic RPGs making a notable resurgence. FINAL FANTASY VII and FINAL FANTASY VI both climbed an impressive 40 positions, indicating a renewed interest in these beloved titles. This report delves into the top climbers, notable drops, and the overall landscape of the top paid games in Japan.

Top Climbers

The following apps have made significant gains in the App Store rankings:

• FINAL FANTASY VII: #17 (was #57, +40 positions)
• FINAL FANTASY VI: #25 (was #65, +40 positions)
• ヒューマン フォール フラット: #21 (was #26, +5 positions)
• ドラゴンクエストモンスターズ2　イルとルカの不思議な鍵SP: #12 (was #15, +3 positions)
• L戦国乙女4 戦乱に閃く炯眼の軍師: #30 (was #33, +3 positions)

New Entries

This week, there were no new entries in the Top Paid Games category. However, the existing titles continue to show strong performance, reflecting the preferences of Japanese gamers.

Top Performers

The following games have maintained their positions at the top of the chart:

• 妖怪ウォッチ1 スマホ: #1
• スマスロ 新鬼武者3: #2
• Minecraft: クラフト、建築、サバイバル: #3
• スイカゲーム-Aladdin X: #4
• Voidloop: #5

Notable Drops

Some games have experienced a decline this week:

• パチスロ かぐや様は告らせたい: #24 (was #19, -5 positions)
• 【パチスロ】シンデレラブレイド4: #28 (was #23, -5 positions)

The fluctuations in the Japan App Store charts reflect the dynamic nature of the gaming market, where nostalgia for classic titles and innovative new games continue to shape player preferences.