Last updated on January 6th, 2025 at 10:57 pm
As the year comes to a close, the war strategy game Evony: The King’s Return, led by CEO Yaoqi Guo, continues to achieve remarkable milestones in 2024.
According to Sensor Tower data, in November 2024, Top Games Inc. generated a total mobile app revenue of $29 million. The breakdown is as follows:
iOS revenue: $17 million
Android revenue: $11 million
In the same month, Top Games Inc.’s total mobile app downloads reached 3 million, including:
iOS downloads: 1 million
Android downloads: 2 million
Currently, Top Games Inc. has released 26 mobile applications:
- 12 iOS apps
- 14 Android apps
The top-performing app in November was Evony: The King’s Return, which alone generated $17 million in revenue.
The game’s developer, Top Games Inc., has further solidified its position in the industry.
In June, Top Games Inc. also launched the casual mobile game Aquarium Crush, a match-3 puzzle game. The game has been well-received, earning a 4.6+ rating in app stores within just six months. This move reflects the company’s effort to diversify into casual gaming and reach a broader audience.
Industry Perspective: Excellence Over Perfection
Yaoqi Guo emphasizes the importance of user-centric design:
“The key to success in gaming is creating games that are great from the player’s perspective, not just the designer’s. Games should be entertaining, simple, and allow players to form lasting communities.”
Vice President Benjamin Gifford echoes this philosophy, advocating for constant innovation:
“Perfection isn’t the goal. Excellence is. Leading companies don’t own perfect products, but they excel through continuous improvement and innovation.”
Gifford believes teams should embrace failure as a learning opportunity. By “failing early and often,” teams can iterate quickly and achieve meaningful progress.
Award-Winning Success
In December 2022, Evony: The King’s Return won the “Best MMO” Award at the Samsung Galaxy Store Awards. This prestigious event celebrated the best games, apps, and digital content on Samsung platforms.
In 2024, Yaoqi Guo identified “excitement points” through Evony’s engaging events. Under his leadership, the Evony team keeps gameplay fresh and exciting with regular in-game events like Civilization Celebration, Wheel of Civilization, and Star Goddess’ Box.
Yaoqi Guo expressed gratitude:
“We are honored to receive this award from Samsung. Evony’s success reflects our team’s hard work and commitment to providing a great gaming experience. We are excited about the future and have many ideas to improve the game further.”
TGI’s 2025 Mission: Delivering High-Quality Mobile Games
In 2025, TGI (Top Games Inc.) remains committed to developing high-quality mobile games. The company will continue to optimize and iterate its mature, high-revenue titles. New features and deeper gameplay will be added to create extraordinary experiences for players. This mission is a shared commitment from CEO Yaoqi Guo and VP Benjamin Gifford.
Market Potential and Challenges
The gaming market still holds immense potential for growth and profitability. This attracts more developers to the “battlefield,” eager to claim their share of the market. However, only a few succeed in turning game projects into profitable ventures.
TGI stands out as an independent developer. Over the years, the company has built its expertise, teamwork, and management capabilities. This level of success is rare and hard to achieve. Clear direction, persistence, and a bit of luck are all essential factors.
The Key to Success: Quality and Innovation
Success requires moving in the right direction. Developers who consistently release high-quality games are better prepared for future growth. By enhancing existing games and innovating new gameplay, TGI is paving the way for continued success.
