Nexon’s Dungeon & Fighter Mobile made a significant impact upon its release in China, generating over $270 million in its first month, according to Sensor Tower. This mobile title quickly dominated Apple’s App Store charts for both downloads and revenue following its debut on May 21. Notably, it surpassed Tencent’s flagship game, Honor of Kings, in earnings, highlighting its strong commercial performance.
Originally launched in South Korea in 2022, Dungeon & Fighter Mobile faced delays in China due to regulatory hurdles, which impacted its rollout, as reported by PocketGamer. Tencent secured publishing rights for the Chinese market, which led to its eventual release despite these challenges.
Nan Lu, senior director of Asia-Pacific marketing at Sensor Tower, emphasized the game’s sustained dominance across iOS categories since its launch. He praised its stability and projected future success contingent upon Tencent’s management and ongoing updates.
The success of Dungeon & Fighter Mobile underscores its strategic significance for Nexon and Tencent in the competitive mobile gaming landscape. As it continues to perform strongly in one of the world’s largest gaming markets, its trajectory will be closely watched for insights into future trends and market dynamics.
