PUBG Mobile faced a lot during this year in 2020. After the Indian Government imposed a ban on Chinese apps, it lost one of its biggest user bases. Moreover, the game has not yet found a way back in the country. However, if reports are true, then it is doing just fine regardless.
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According to a recent report published by Sensor Tower, PUBG Mobile by Tencent is the highest-earning mobile game globally in 2020. The game always blows charts in download numbers, revenue, user base, and year-over-year growth. The latest figures indicate that it was the highest-grossing mobile game in 2020. It is generating over USD 2.6 billion dollars in revenue.
PUBG Mobile Highest Grossing Mobile Game of 2020, Made Over USD 2.6 Billion
This report shows the Store Intelligence data for the highest-grossing mobile games of all time. PUBG Mobile, including the Chinese version of the game, Game for Peace topped the list worldwide, with total revenue of USD 2.6 billion. The revenue is 64.3 percent up from the previous year. However, we’re unable to see even a slight dent in revenue from the India ban.
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Another Tencent title, Honor of Kings, mainly popular in China, has picked up close to 2.5 billion USD in player spending, up 42.8 percent from the year prior.
Besides, Pokémon GO comes third, with USD 1.2 billion to date, up 31.5 percent from last year. Next comes Coin Master with USD 1.1 billion.
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Additionally, Roblox, a veteran in micro-transactions, comes fifth with a revenue of USD 1.1 billion.
Lastly, Monster Strike makes up to USD 958 million.
However, the PUBG Mobile India launch is nowhere as it is yet to receive approval from the government. On the other hand, details regarding the welcome gift crate have surfaced online. It will include an Anarkali Headgear, Anarkali Set, and a Classic Crate Coupon. These can be available to players once it launches in India. The game can have less gore, a different gameplay experience, and more for the Indian version.
Sushmita Choubey
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