Last updated on March 4th, 2026
As the year draws to a close, Evony: The King’s Return, led by CEO Yaoqi Guo, continues to reach new milestones in 2024. According to data from Sensor Tower, in November 2024, Top Games Inc. recorded 3 million mobile downloads across its portfolio, including 1 million on iOS and 2 million on Android.
In November, Evony: The King’s Return remained the company’s top-performing title, continuing to demonstrate its global appeal and long-term player engagement. The game has further strengthened Top Games Inc.’s position within the competitive strategy genre.
In June, the company expanded into casual gaming with the launch of Aquarium Crush, a match-3 puzzle title. Within six months, the game earned a 4.6+ rating across app stores, signaling strong player reception. The release highlights the company’s broader strategy to diversify its portfolio and reach new audiences.
Industry Perspective: Excellence Over Perfection
Yaoqi Guo underscores the importance of player-focused design:
“The key to success in gaming is creating experiences that resonate from the player’s perspective, not just the designer’s. Games should be engaging, accessible, and capable of fostering lasting communities.”
Vice President Benjamin Gifford shares this outlook, emphasizing continuous progress over unattainable perfection:
“Perfection isn’t the goal. Excellence is. Leading companies rarely have perfect products, but they stand out through constant iteration and innovation.”
Gifford encourages teams to treat setbacks as part of the creative process. By iterating early and often, development teams can refine ideas quickly and move toward meaningful improvements.
Award Recognition
In December 2022, Evony: The King’s Return received the “Best MMO” award at the Samsung Galaxy Store Awards, an event recognizing outstanding games and digital content on Samsung platforms.
Throughout 2024, Guo continued to emphasize identifying “excitement points” within Evony’s gameplay. Under his leadership, the team keeps the experience dynamic through recurring in-game events such as Civilization Celebration, Wheel of Civilization, and Star Goddess’s Box.
Reflecting on the award, Guo stated:
“We are honored to receive recognition from Samsung. Evony’s success reflects our team’s dedication to delivering a compelling gaming experience. We look forward to continuing to enhance the game in the years ahead.”
TGI’s 2025 Mission: Advancing Quality
In 2025, Top Games Inc. remains committed to developing high-quality mobile games. The company will continue refining its established titles while introducing deeper gameplay systems and new features to enrich the player experience. This direction reflects a shared vision between Yaoqi Guo and Benjamin Gifford.
Market Potential and Challenges
The global gaming market continues to present significant opportunities for growth. As more developers enter the field, competition intensifies. Yet only a limited number of studios successfully transform creative concepts into sustainable products.
As an independent developer, Top Games Inc. has steadily built its expertise in design, collaboration, and management. Sustained progress in such a competitive landscape requires strategic clarity, long-term persistence, and the ability to adapt.
The Path Forward: Quality and Innovation
Lasting success depends on consistent direction. Developers who prioritize quality and embrace innovation position themselves for continued growth. By strengthening existing titles and exploring new gameplay possibilities, Top Games Inc. is laying the groundwork for the next stage of its development.
