RuStore shows rapid growth with 140M downloads and AR-led gaming trend

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Since its launch, RuStore has seen more than 140 million apps and games downloaded by users. A press release obtained by socialbites.ca notes that this total is three times higher than last year, underscoring rapid adoption across the platform.

In the catalog, Sberbank Online stands out as the most popular app, while Tanks Blitz leads the gaming charts. Financial applications collectively account for about 36 percent of all downloads, followed by useful tools at 13 percent and games at 10 percent. Among the most widely used apps are 2GIS, OZON, MegaFon, and VKontakte, highlighting a mix of practical utilities and social networking services that drive daily engagement.

Within gaming, action, simulation, and casual titles are particularly popular, drawing strong interest from users. A notable trend is the rising appeal of augmented reality games, with downloads in this segment showing significant year-over-year growth. CosmoBlastAR, Dinosaurs in Zharki, and AR Sketcher are highlighted as standout AR experiences in the RuStore catalog.

RuStore is a Russian mobile app store for Android devices, developed by VK in collaboration with domestic IT companies, with support from the Ministry of Digital Development. The platform reflects a coordinated effort to diversify digital ecosystems and provide a localized alternative to other app marketplaces.

There is also mention of Realme smartphones planned to receive Android 15, indicating ongoing device software updates and broader compatibility within the Android ecosystem.

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