The release of two powerful DPS characters, Arlecchino and Neuvillete, drives record revenue for Genshin Impact in April 2024.
Genshin Impact, the acclaimed open-world action role-playing game from HoYoverse, has continued captivating gamers with its dynamic content and engaging storytelling. Since its launch in 2020, the game has consistently drawn players with its expansive world and complex character mechanics.
April 2024 marked a financial high for Genshin Impact, recording an impressive $119 million in revenue, up significantly from $68 million in March. This surge in earnings, sourced from Sensor Tower, underscores a highly successful month. The peak in revenue was propelled by the introduction of Arlecchino and Neuvillette, two characters renowned for their roles as powerful DPS fighters.
Arlecchino’s banner, launched on April 24, 2024, was one of the most anticipated character releases, contributing significantly to the month’s revenue achievements. As a top-tier Pyro DPS, Arlecchino introduced the unique “Bond of Life” mechanic, a first for playable characters, adding a novel layer to her gameplay and making her a uniquely engaging character to play.
Simultaneously, the rerun of Neuvillette’s banner also played a crucial role in boosting April’s financial performance. Running from April 2, 2024, to April 23, 2024, Neuvillette, a top-tier Hydro DPS, is celebrated for her ability to carry or even solo Spiral Abyss challenges with the right rotation of skills and appropriate artifacts. His return to the character roster offered players another opportunity to acquire one of the game’s top damage dealers.
The combination of Arlecchino’s new banner and Neuvillette’s rerun created a powerful incentive for players to invest in their character rosters, boosting in-game purchases significantly beating all the game’s records for this year.
We are looking forward even more to what Genshin Impact will bring to the table with the success for this month.