Sensor Tower has reported that the mobile tower defense game Arknights, released in January 2020, has exceeded global revenues of approximately 1,580 billion JPY (1 billion USD). This significant milestone highlights the game's widespread popularity and financial success.
In Japan, a key market for Arknights, the game experienced a surge in App Store revenue rankings, particularly on November 7, 2023, coinciding with the launch of a limited-time event. This spike led to the highest daily revenue of about 3 billion JPY (2.15 million USD) recorded in the past three months, showcasing the game's robust performance in the Japanese market.
Arknights' Semi-Annual Sales Revenue (January 2020 - November 2023)
Published by Yostar, Arknights has established a strong presence in Japan, contributing significantly to the publisher's revenue across multiple gaming genres. The game, known for its strategic gameplay and popular voice actors, also expanded into TV anime, with an event in Tokyo showcasing all episodes of the anime adaptation.
Japan remains the largest market for Arknights, accounting for 40% of its global revenue, followed by China and the United States. The game's successful event, featuring limited-time scouts and special packs, played a crucial role in boosting its revenue, cementing Arknights as a top earner in the mobile gaming industry.
Source: Famitsu