2022 Anime-style Mobile Game Revenue Review: Genshin Impact Leads with Shifts in Market Dynamics

As 2022 concludes, the annual revenue rankings of major anime-style mobile games have become a hot topic. Data shows that 'Genshin Impact' exceeded 10 billion RMB in domestic mobile revenue, with a striking 60% year-over-year increase, cementing its market dominance.

Regarding shifts in the rankings, 'Tears of Themis' stood out with a 152% growth rate, successfully overtaking its rival 'Mr. Love: Queen's Choice,' which many players celebrated as a significant milestone. However, some community members questioned the methodology, noting that the data lacks adjustments for Android distribution channels and overseas markets. Furthermore, the suspicious stability of monthly figures—even in months without new banner updates—led some to argue that the metrics have limited reliability. Discussions also pointed out that for 'Genshin Impact,' consistent revenue even during 'dead months' without banners is likely sustained by monthly card subscriptions, suggesting that the exclusion of cloud gaming and international server data prevents a complete picture.