game sales Archives

AppWizard

April 29, 2025

Devs lament Oblivion Remastered’s surprise release as Todd Howard eats their lunch: ‘I noticed a complete stop in game sales from about 2 pm onward on Oblivion day’

Launching a video game is complex and challenging, especially for indie developers competing against major titles like GTA 6. Bethesda's announcement of Oblivion Remastered negatively impacted smaller developers, as its release on April 22 coincided with the launch of indie games like Post Trauma and Starless Abyss, leading to visibility issues. Developers reported significant revenue drops; Brian Bucklew estimated a 10-20% decrease in daily revenue, while Francisco González experienced a complete halt in sales after Oblivion's launch. This pattern of major releases overshadowing smaller games has been observed previously, such as with Monster Hunter Wilds in March.

AppWizard

April 24, 2025

RuneScape: Dragonwilds has sold over 600k copies

RuneScape: Dragonwilds, launched on April 15th, has sold over 600,000 units and became the No. 1 selling game on Steam among premium titles in its debut week, while ranking as the second highest-grossing game overall, behind Counter-Strike 2. It has received an 84 percent "Very Positive" rating on Steam. Jagex CEO Jon Bellamy expressed gratitude for the positive response from players and emphasized the company's commitment to player communities.

AppWizard

April 14, 2025

“Video games franchises are now ripe for the picking” – why A Minecraft Movie could lead to games taking over Hollywood

A Minecraft Movie was projected to generate between million and million during its opening weekend in the United States but instead earned million and surpassed the 0 million mark globally by its second weekend. The film's success is attributed to its built-in audience, the popularity of Minecraft with over 300 million copies sold, and a star-studded cast including Jack Black and Jason Momoa. It was released in April 2025, strategically timed for spring break with no significant competition. The film's open-ended narrative appealed to both fans and newcomers, despite mixed reviews from critics. The success of video game adaptations, including the Mario movie, indicates a shift in how studios approach this genre, although experts caution that not all adaptations will succeed and emphasize the importance of respecting the source material.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

PC Players Spend More On Microtransactions Than Actual Games

Newzoo's report reveals that in 2024, microtransactions account for over 58 percent of spending in the PC gaming sector, while only 28 percent is allocated to full game purchases, reflecting a 2.6 percent decline from the previous year. Players dedicated only 8 percent of their gaming time to new releases, with over 60 percent spent on titles released more than six years ago. In contrast, console gaming shows microtransactions at 32 percent of player spending, a 4.5 percent increase year-over-year, while full game purchases still dominate. Subscription services like Xbox Game Pass and PS Plus Extra capture about 16 percent of the console market.

AppWizard

April 11, 2025

Microtransactions Made Up 58% of PC Video Game Revenue in 2024, Research Shows

Microtransactions account for 58% of total revenue for game companies, with a 1.4% increase in 2024, contributing .4 billion to overall PC gaming sales of .3 billion. Downloadable content (DLC) generated .8 billion in revenue last year, while microtransactions represent 32% of console revenue, amounting to .9 billion out of .8 billion in console sales. Subscription services have risen by 14.1%. PC gaming sales grew by 0.1%, but console gaming revenue declined by 3.9%. Major franchises like Fortnite, Roblox, and Call of Duty exemplify the popularity of microtransactions. The report also notes the trend of "recursive nostalgia," where established franchises reintroduce vintage content to engage players.

AppWizard

March 31, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds hits 10m sales

Capcom's Monster Hunter Wilds has sold over ten million copies within its first month, marking the fastest sales rate in the company's history. The game launched on February 28th and sold eight million copies in the first three days. Capcom credits this success to the combination of new gameplay elements with the series' core mechanics. Additionally, Monster Hunter Wilds was the second-highest grossing item on Steam for pre-orders and became the number one title shortly after its release.

AppWizard

March 26, 2025

Assassin’s Creed Shadows is reportedly the franchise’s second biggest launch

Assassin's Creed Shadows has become the second-largest launch in the franchise's history, achieving impressive Day One sales figures, second only to Valhalla. The game saw 27 percent of its activations from sales and downloads through subscription services, with Steam playing a significant role in its success on PC. Within two days of its release, Shadows attracted two million players, including one million users within hours of launch.

AppWizard

March 14, 2025

Split Fiction hits 2m sales in one week

Hazelight's co-op adventure game, Split Fiction, sold over two million copies within its first week of release on March 6th. This achievement was announced on BlueSky, highlighting the game's rapid success compared to its predecessor, It Takes Two, which took three weeks to reach one million sales and three months for two million. Split Fiction reached one million sales in just two days. Hazelight expressed gratitude for the positive reception from players.

AppWizard

March 6, 2025

Console Game Sales Projected To Leave PC Games In The Dust By 2030

The console gaming market is projected to grow to an impressive billion by 2030, a 52% increase from billion in 2023. Key players in this expansion include Sony, Microsoft, and Nintendo, leveraging advancements like AI and hybrid gaming devices. In contrast, spending on PC gaming software is declining, with console game sales potentially doubling those of PC games by 2030. The mobile gaming sector is expected to reach sales nearing 0 billion by 2030, significantly outpacing both console and PC platforms. Console games currently generate significantly less revenue than mobile games, which produce 2.5 times more earnings. Cloud gaming is gaining traction due to GPU challenges and advancements in technology, while VR and AR gaming remain niche.

BetaBeacon

March 5, 2025

Monster Hunter Wilds is Capcom’s fastest-selling game ever

Monster Hunter Wilds is Capcom's fastest-selling game in less than a week, with 8 million copies sold, half of the lifetime sales of Monster Hunter Rise. Despite stability and optimization issues causing negative reviews, the game has a good chance of becoming Capcom's number-one-selling game eventually.