March 2025 marks significant changes in the global revenue rankings of Gacha games. While miHoYo, a major player in the Gacha game market, faces strict scrutiny with its title Honkai: Star Rail, Kuro Games with Wuthering Waves has made impressive strides. However, the biggest surprise comes from another blockbuster title.
Pokémon TCG Pocket Continues to Dominate Gacha Game Revenue, Kuro Games Breaks New Ground
It is no surprise that Pokémon TCG Pocket maintains its top position with a staggering revenue of over $81 million. Although it saw a decrease of $10 million compared to the previous month, it remains a formidable force in the market, making it challenging for competitors. The “hot” status of the Pokémon IP is undeniable, and since its launch, Pokémon TCG Pocket has never truly faltered, consistently adapting to global gaming trends.
On the other hand, Wuthering Waves, Kuro Games’ Gacha title, has also made a significant impact with a revenue increase from $13.7 million to $20.6 million, ranking 7th overall and climbing 7 spots compared to last month. The release of the new Rinascita version, along with version 2.2, has undoubtedly revitalized this title after a long period of subdued activity.
The Gacha King, miHoYo, Faces Challenges as Major Titles Underperform
In contrast, Honkai: Star Rail from miHoYo has experienced a dramatic decline, with revenue dropping from $45.7 million to just $29.9 million. Although still in the top 5, this sharp decline indicates that the game is struggling to maintain its player base amidst new content releases. Genshin Impact, however, experienced a rebound, with revenue increasing from $27.2 million to $38.8 million, helping it climb to the 3rd position.
Several long-standing Gacha games have also seen a significant drop in revenue. For instance, Dragon Ball Z Dokkan Battle fell sharply from $52 million to $19 million, while Naruto Mobile similarly faced a decline from $30.2 million to $19.2 million. In contrast, a new title, Madoka Magica Magia Exedra, launched just a few days ago, has successfully generated $3.3 million in revenue despite its brief time in operation.
