Winter LiveOps to Shatter Q4 Revenue Records!

🤯🔥 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐎𝐩𝐬 𝐓𝐨 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐐𝟒 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐬 🔥 🤯⁣⁣Your Q4 Mobile Revenue Surge is 𝐍𝐎𝐓 About Luck. ⁣⁣Studios that get their LiveOps mix right can ride the seasonal wave with impact.⁣⁣It’s not enough to run a "𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭." The world's top grossing mobile games use a surgical, layered strategy to turn the holiday downtime into their 𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐤 𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 season. ⁣⁣🎯 Examples from: ⁣Royal Match by Dream Games ⁣, Monopoly Go! by ⁣Scopely , Hay Day by Supercell , Merge Mansion by Metacore , Survivor.io by ⁣Habby⁣🔹 The Synergy Engine: Royal Match achieved 𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞 𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐤𝐞𝐬 exceeding +𝟑𝟑% by layering their Winter Pass with the Festive Collection Album.⁣⁣🔹 The Social-Pressure Loop: Monopoly Go! and Survivor.io leveraged co-op events like Gingerbread Partners. They cleverly monetize the resources needed to keep up with teammates, using social pressure to drive IAP.⁣⁣🔹 The Natural Backbone: Hay Day […]

Aylin YAZICI October 22

Analysis

How To Increase Engagement and Monetization in Idle Games in 2025

Engagement and monetization strategies behind 2025’s top mobile idle games, with real data from Lamar, Pizza Ready, Capybara Go, and more. Analysis by Aylin Yazıcı. Feel free to contact me. Idle games have evolved. In 2025, the top performers don’t just reward waiting. They demand attention in short bursts, mix strategy with simplicity, and find clever ways to make repetition feel rewarding. Some are hands-off. Others are fast and active. What they share is not their pacing, but their structure. Every one of them is built around compounding progress, tight loops, and systems that scale in the background while pulling the player forward. What makes them work is not the idle mechanic itself. It’s how that mechanic is used inside different types of gameplay. Some games go full tycoon. Others lean into arcade. A few walk the line between management sim […]

Aylin YAZICI July 20

Analysis

All in Hole vs Hole.io: How Two Black Holes Are Devouring the Mobile Market

The gameplay structure of All in Hole in this article was constructed with reference to [1-Hour Play Analysis] ALL IN HOLE | Homa by Sungsu Kim Eat. Grow. Repeat. What All in Hole and Hole.io Teach Us About Scaling Games Analysis by Aylin Yazıcı. Feel free to contact me. Hybridcasual Market Momentum in Q1 2025 The hybridcasual market came into 2025 swinging. In just the first quarter, the top 10 games brought in $87 million in net IAP revenue. That’s a 67% jump from last year and a clear sign that this mix of quick, accessible gameplay with deeper systems is still working. One of the biggest stories of the quarter was All in Hole from Homa. It climbed to the number two spot overall and pulled in $17.7 million. That’s not a typo. It tripled its Q4 revenue and became a breakout […]

Aylin YAZICI July 3

Highlights

Q&A with Roi Glazer, General Manager of Solitaire Grand Harvest

What do you get when you mix solitaire, farming, and The Smurfs? Apparently... a top-grossing mobile game. Also one of my favorite games of all time. Solitaire Grand Harvest, published by Playtika, has quietly grown into the #1 highest-grossing solitaire game in the U.S., with over $1 billion in lifetime revenue and more than 71 million downloads worldwide. Datas from Appmagic At the center of it all is Roy Glazer, General Manager of the game, who’s helped shape its evolution from a card game to a full-blown live ops ecosystem. Solitaire Grand Harvest has been thriving for years — not something every mobile game can say. What do you think is the real secret to its long-term appeal? Solitaire Grand Harvest is the #1 highest-grossing Solitaire game in the U.S., attracting hundreds of thousands of daily players worldwide. Its success […]

Aylin YAZICI May 21

Analysis

Whiteout Survival vs. Kingshot: A Masterclass in Genre

When one studio launches two of the biggest strategy games in the world, the only question left is: which one should you obsess over first? What You’ll Read: In this analysis, we’re diving deep into the frosty survival saga of Whiteout Survival and the flashy medieval mayhem of Kingshot — both powered by Century Games. You’ll get: A full breakdown of how both games launched, grew, and hooked players What makes each gameplay loop tick — from tapping bandits to freezing your citizens How they make money (and why you might want to spend) The ads that got you to download — and the drama that came with them Live ops secrets: who’s evolving faster, and what’s coming next Who’s winning globally, who’s catching up, and what it means for the future of 4X Whether you’re here to pick your next obsession, decode smart […]

Aylin YAZICI May 13

Highlights

Disney Solitaire: A Promising Start to Something Bigger

A Cozy Classic Gets the Disney Treatment Let’s be honest—most solitaire games are fine. Some are fun. But Disney Solitaire? It’s something else. SuperPlay teamed up with Disney ( help from Playtika ofc. ) to launch a game that feels like flipping through a deck of nostalgia. The game dropped globally in 17th April 2025, and it’s basically what happens when TriPeaks solitaire crashes into the Disney universe and they decide to throw a party. Think: cards, characters, cozy vibes, and just enough challenge to keep things interesting. Also, full disclosure: I’m someone who absolutely loves Solitaire Grand Harvest. It’s one of my favorite games. So when I saw Disney Solitaire pop up—especially with Disney IP behind it—I was immediately curious. My hope is that with the right liveops, events, and regular updates, it can rise to that same level. And honestly? It’s off […]

Aylin YAZICI April 19

Analysis

The Addictive and Wildly Profitable World of Solitaire Grand Harvest

How Solitaire Grand Harvest Turned a Simple Card Game into a $1 Billion Mobile Empire? If you told someone that a solitaire game could generate over $1 billion in revenue, they might raise an eyebrow and ask, "Is it made of gold cards?" But that's exactly what Solitaire Grand Harvest has done. From humble beginnings as a card game, Solitaire Grand Harvest has grown into one of the most successful and addictive mobile games of all time. With a brilliantly balanced blend of solitaire mechanics, farm-themed progression, and casino-inspired monetization, this game redefines what a casual title can achieve. Whether you're a casual gamer curious about why this game is so beloved, a game designer trying to dissect its secret sauce, or just someone who appreciates clever mobile design, this is one journey through the fields of innovation worth taking. And for me personally? This […]

Aylin YAZICI April 14

Analysis

Pizza Ready! – From Dough to Domination: The Idle Arcade Success

If there’s one thing we can all agree on, it’s that pizza is a universal love language. So when Supercent decided to channel that into a mobile game, it’s no wonder they struck gold. Or in this case, a piping hot slice of success. Pizza Ready! didn’t just show up – it dominated. It became the mozzarella on the hyper-casual genre’s crust, the sauce that bound mobile gamers together. But how did it manage to do that? Well, buckle up, because we’re about to dive into the gooey, cheesy center of why Pizza Ready! became one of the most downloaded and, surprisingly, most monetarily delicious games of the past year. 🎮 The Simulation Gold Rush - Why Everyone’s Making Arcade Idle Games Here’s the thing – making an arcade idle game might seem like the easiest recipe in the book. You’ve got the simplified […]

Aylin YAZICI April 8

Analysis

What the Hex! is Going On? Agave Games’ New Soft Launch

Soft-launching in Canada & Brazil. Data: AppMagic Casual puzzle game lovers, it’s time to pay attention—Agave Games just dropped a new title into soft launch, and if you’ve been following their recent $18 million investment, you know the industry has its eyes on them. The game? What the Hex!—a mix of color-sorting puzzles with a Monopoly GO! style town-building meta. I played it, and here’s the scoop on what it’s all about, how it plays, and why people are curious about Agave’s next move. A Hexagonal Spin on Sorting Puzzles If you’ve played Hexa Sort, you’ll feel right at home with What the Hex! The gameplay is simple but strategic: you stack and merge hexagonal tiles of the same color to clear space and meet level goals. Sounds easy? Well, not so much. The game doesn’t hold your hand for long—later levels introduce more colors, trickier […]

Aylin YAZICI March 18

Analysis

Lucky Defense Analysis: 111%’s Risky Bet That Won Big

An All-in-One Deep Dive That's Actually Fun to Read! Alright, let’s talk about Lucky Defense—the game that took the classic tower defense genre, rolled the dice (literally), and ended up creating one of the most chaotic, fun, and weirdly addictive experiences out there. This isn’t your average game analysis. Nope. We’re going full throttle into the depths of Lucky Defense—from its epic rise, gameplay mechanics, wild community moments, and even the monetization that’ll make you ask, "Am I gambling or gaming?" So, buckle up. It’s about to get lucky (or unlucky) 🎉 The Origin Story: When Luck First Struck Lucky Defense was officially launched by 111% (a South Korean dev studio) on May 23, 2024. And it didn’t just drop quietly—it absolutely exploded in South Korea. We're talking about skyrocketing to the #1 download spot and pulling in over $11 million in revenue within its first two months. Not too shabby for […]

Aylin YAZICI March 17

Analysis

Surprise, You’re Hooked: The Fun World Of Gacha Games

Here’s what’s covered in this analysis article on Gacha; What is Gacha? Why Do People Love Gacha Games? Types of Gacha Systems: Not All Are Created Equal Supercell’s Secret Sauce: How They Do Gacha Right The Depth of a Gacha System: Why It Matters Trading Cards, Gacha-Style: A Familiar Twist The Psychology Behind Gacha: Why We Keep Coming Back Ethical Concerns: Is Gacha Gambling? The Gacha Balancing Act Analysis by Aylin Yazıcı. Feel free to contact me. What is Gacha in Mobile Gaming? A Beginner’s Guide to the Fun (and Madness) If you’ve ever played mobile games, or even just browsed the app store, you’ve probably stumbled across games that boast vibrant characters, cool weapons, or flashy loot. And somewhere in those games, you’ll hear the word “gacha.” But what does it mean? And why do people go crazy over it? Let’s break […]

Aylin YAZICI January 28

Analysis

Magic Sort Analysis: Grand Games’ New Treasure

Here’s what’s covered in this analysis article on Magic Sort: The Rise of Magic Sort: Financial Success and Funding Gameplay and Monetization: Relaxation Meets Revenue User Acquisition Challenges Visual Appeal and Player Experience Grand Games: A Unique Player in Casual Gaming Future Opportunities: LiveOps, Progression, and Global Expansion Check out: The ‘Why’ Behind Grand Games’ $30M Investment Magic Sort: Impressive Earnings, But Can It Scale Globally? The buzz surrounding Magic Sort has been undeniable. With the game already raking in impressive daily revenues between $80K to $100K and securing $30 million in Series A funding, things are looking bright for the puzzle game. However, there’s an interesting question lingering: Can the game sustain this momentum with its current user acquisition (UA) strategy? And more importantly, is it really set for scaling on a global level? Magic Sort’s initial performance, especially […]

Aylin YAZICI January 16

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