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Tencent's Mobile Revenue Soars with 'Dungeon & Fighter'

by Patrick Feb 06,2025

Dungeon Fighter Mobile's Stunning Success Makes Tencent's App Store Defiance Even Bolder

Dungeon Fighter Mobile (DnF Mobile) has exceeded expectations, significantly impacting Tencent's revenue. This success makes Tencent's recent decision to challenge app stores even more audacious.

Last week, we discussed DnF Mobile's popularity in the Chinese mobile market and Tencent's subsequent conflict with app stores. We explored the implications of this move on Tencent's relationship with its home market's app stores.

Now, the scale of DnF Mobile's success is clear. The South China Morning Post reports that within its first month, the game contributed over 12% to Tencent's total mobile gaming revenue.

Considering Tencent's position as the world's largest gaming company by revenue, this represents a substantial sum generated in just one month. While the game's strong initial performance isn't surprising given the DnF franchise's popularity and typical lucrative launch periods, the timing of Tencent's app store challenge is noteworthy.

The Strategic Gamble

Tencent's decision to confront app stores using a game of this magnitude is a bold, high-stakes move. By removing DnF Mobile from app stores, even while directing users to direct downloads, Tencent is risking significant revenue.

The success of this strategy remains to be seen.

Meanwhile, for those interested in the latest mobile gaming trends, our list of the best mobile games of 2024 (so far) and our most anticipated games list are excellent resources.

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