Infinity Nikki Soars in Debut Month

Infinity Nikki's Phenomenal First Month: Over $16 Million in Revenue

Infinity Nikki, the latest installment in the popular Nikki series, has shattered expectations, generating nearly $16 million in mobile game revenue within its first month. This surpasses previous Nikki titles by a staggering 40 times, highlighting its exceptional success. Developed by Infold Games (Papergames in China), the game launched in December 2024 and quickly captivated players worldwide. The impressive revenue stems from robust in-app purchases of cosmetic items, outfits, and other game features.

The game, set in the captivating world of Miraland, follows Nikki and her cat, Momo, on a whimsical adventure through diverse nations and cultures. Nikki's outfits aren't just for show; imbued with the power of Whimstars, they are crucial for solving puzzles and progressing through the story. These magical garments allow Nikki to perform actions like floating, gliding, and shrinking, adding a unique gameplay element to the dressing-up experience.

Pre-registration numbers reached an impressive 30 million, indicating significant anticipation before launch. AppMagic data (via Pocket Gamer) reveals a strong initial performance, with $3.51 million in the first week, $4.26 million in the second, and $3.84 million in the third. While weekly revenue tapered to $1.66 million by the fifth week, the cumulative total still reached nearly $16 million. This dwarfs the first-month revenue of Love Nikki ($383,000) and significantly outperforms Shining Nikki's international launch ($6.2 million). It's important to note that these figures only reflect mobile platform earnings.

China's Crucial Role in Infinity Nikki's Success

China played a pivotal role in Infinity Nikki's triumph, accounting for over 5 million downloads (more than 42% of the total). This substantial contribution from the Chinese market solidified its position as a major driver of the game's financial success.

Post-Launch Performance and Updates

Daily revenue peaked at over $1.1 million on December 6th, the day after launch. While daily earnings subsequently declined, reaching a low of $141,000 on December 26th, a Version 1.1 update on December 30th spurred a significant rebound, nearly tripling revenue to $665,000.

Infinity Nikki is currently available for free on PC, PlayStation 5, iOS, and Android. The developers are committed to sustaining the game's popularity through regular updates and seasonal events, such as the Infinity Nikki Fishing Day Event, ensuring continued engagement and growth.