Habby may not be a permanent fixture at the center of the mobile gaming industry, but whenever it drops a new title, the spotlight inevitably follows. Its latest release, Wittle Defender, launched globally in early June and quickly climbed into the top 10 on the iOS grossing charts across Hong Kong, Macau, and Taiwan of China. According to Sensor Tower, the game has generated $2 million in iOS revenue over the past two weeks. Following the successes of Capybara Go! and Archero 2, Wittle Defender marks Habby's third breakout title within a single year. It's almost as if the studio has cracked a repeatable formula for success—one that consistently delivers solid results. Despite feeling familiar in both gameplay and marketing […]

HABBY, the publisher behind global hits like Archero, Archero 2, and Capybara Go!, each of which has surpassed $100 million in revenue, is back with a new title—Wittle Defender. Given the studio’s track record of success, this latest release has naturally drawn industry attention. This article leverages AppGrowing data to analyze Wittle Defender’s advertising strategy in detail. Advertising Overview According to AppGrowing, Wittle Defender has run a total of 2,621 ads across 14 regions and 9 ad platforms. The majority of creatives were in-feed ads, accounting for over 76% of the total, followed by rewarded video ads, which made up over 15%. In terms of ad formats, video made up more than 90% of total creatives, with vertical videos alone accounting […]

01 Captivating Gamers with Hello Café’s Strategic Ad Campaigns   In the competitive landscape of mobile gaming, strategic advertising plays a pivotal role in a game’s success. VNG’s Hello Café has exemplified this through its targeted ad campaigns, monitored and analyzed by AppGrowing. This article delves into the data-driven journey of Hello Café’s marketing endeavors, from pre-registration buzz to post-launch triumphs, and the insights that can be gleaned for future advertising strategies. Source: AppGrowing   02 Overall Data Analysis: Measuring Hello Café’s Global Reach   Hello Café’s advertising footprint is impressive, with a total of 5,535 ads created, spanning 9 regions and 7 media platforms. This extensive reach is a testament to VNG’s commitment to capturing diverse markets. The game’s No.1 […]

Introduction: Captivating Gamers Worldwide In the fiercely competitive realm of mobile gaming, SPARKGAME’s Maple Rush has emerged as a formidable contender, thanks to its innovative advertising strategies. This analysis delves into the data monitored by AppGrowing, revealing how Maple Rush’s Idle RPG game captured the attention of gamers worldwide, from pre-registration buzz to post-launch triumph. Source: Maple Rush   01 Overall Data Analysis: A Global Advertising Phenomenon   Maple Rush’s advertising campaign was a colossal undertaking, with 4,649 ads spanning 17 regions and 7 media platforms. The game’s remarkable ascent to the number one spot in Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam on the Google Play charts on March 8, 2024, is a testament to the efficacy of its marketing efforts. Additionally, […]

The global mobile gaming market returns to a positive state in 2023 compared to 2022, when advertising contracted. According to AppGrowing, global game ad volume grew a whopping 26.5% YoY in 2023, as the game industry returned to a high-input & high-output pattern. Specifically for categories and publishers, in 2023, we see more developers and games breaking through the red ocean of competition. For example, Century Games' Whiteout Survival has pioneered the "icy survival theme + light SLG" genre. Scopely's mobile game MONOPOLY GO! has become the dark horse of the casual category in 2023, with revenues of more than $1 billion in seven months. In addition to category innovation, more publishers have broken the growth bottleneck with the creative […]

Vietnam is one of the fastest-growing and most promising markets for mobile games in Southeast Asia. For mobile games, it's crucial to utilize social media for marketing for their growth and monetization. Facebook is dominant as data published in Meta’s advertising resources indicates that Facebook had 70.40 million users in Vietnam in early 2022. The huge user base has facilitated mobile game advertising, but the single platform has led to intense competition. Facing such challenges and risks, will Vietnamese publishers keep choosing Facebook?   01 Why Do Vietnamese Mobile Games Prefer Advertising on Facebook?   The primary consideration for mobile game publishers is the large user base mentioned above. They can leverage Facebook to reach a wide and diverse audience […]

Family Farm Adventure is a manage game that lets players explore a tropical island and restore its beauty. The game is developed and published by Century Games, a Chinese company that specializes in casual and simulation games. Family Farm Adventure has been a hit among global audiences, reaching the top charts in many countries and regions. How did the game achieve such success? What are the strategies and tactics behind its advertising campaigns? In this article, we will use AppGrowing to analyze the advertising intelligence of Family Farm Adventure and reveal some insights and tips for game developers and marketers. Source: AppGrowing   How Family Farm Adventure Dominated the Global Charts   According to the data monitored and collected by […]

X-hero is a card game from China, which has received rave reviews for its stunning graphics, immersive sound effects, and addictive gameplay. What made X-hero so successful? How did it use its smart advertising strategy to rank NO.1 in Vietnam? In this article, we will use the data analysis provided by AppGrowing to reveal the secrets behind X-hero’s advertising success.   01 X-hero’s Smart Advertising Strategy in Vietnam   According to AppGrowing, X-hero has created 899 ads in total, covering 2 areas and 7 media. The game has targeted Vietnam, where it ranked NO.1 in the Google Play charts on 2023-07-22. This shows that X-hero has a clear target market and a strong localization strategy. 02 Choosing the Right Ad […]

Chiến Giới 4D is a casual game that offers a thrilling and immersive experience of role-playing, action, and adventure. It was created and released by VPLAY, a Vietnamese game studio that focuses on developing high-quality mobile games for the global audience. The game has received rave reviews from players and critics alike, and has achieved impressive results in terms of downloads, revenue, and rankings. But how did Chiến Giới 4D manage to rise above the competition in the crowded and competitive casual game market? What are the secrets behind its advertising success? In this article, we will use the data and insights provided by AppGrowing to analyze the advertising strategies of Chiến Giới 4D and reveal some of the best […]

Gun X Mobile is a casual game that lets you shoot your way through various challenges and missions. It is published by SohaGame, a leading game developer and publisher from Vietnam. The game was launched in 2022 and has been updated regularly with new features and content. The latest version is V2.0.1, which added more guns, maps, and modes. How did Gun X Mobile become the number one casual game in the App Store in Vietnam? How did it attract and retain millions of players worldwide? In this article, we will use the data and insights from AppGrowing to analyze Gun X Mobile’s ad strategy and performance.   01 Gun X Mobile’s Ad Reach and Exposure According to the data […]