Genshin Impact breaks record as the fastest mobile game to reach $5 billion in global consumer spending

Since its launch in September 2020 across iOS, Android, consoles, and PC, Genshin Impact has emerged as a monumental success, with players collectively spending an estimated $5 billion in the game, according to data.ai. This substantial figure solidifies Genshin Impact’s position as one of the highest-earning games in the industry, transcending the boundaries of mobile gaming.

The $5 billion milestone encompasses spending through both Apple’s App Store and Google Play. Impressively, even excluding income from third-party Android marketplaces, the iOS version of Genshin Impact has raked in nearly $1.5 billion in revenue in its home country, China. This staggering sum accounts for approximately 30% of the game’s total consumer spend. 

Following closely, Japan claims the second spot with around $1.06 billion, contributing 21% to the overall revenue, while the United States secures the third position, having generated $903 million, constituting 18% of the total consumer spending.

What sets Genshin Impact apart is the unprecedented speed at which it achieved the $5 billion milestone. Taking a mere 40 months to reach this grand sum, Genshin Impact stands as the fastest mobile title to hit such a remarkable financial benchmark. 

In comparison, Clash of Clans, the second-fastest in this category, achieved the feat in 51 months. The latest addition to the $5 billion club is Gardenscapes, which took 91 months to accomplish this milestone. In total, there are now 13 mobile games that have surpassed $5 billion in combined consumer spending through the iOS App Store and Google Play, further underscoring the exceptional financial success of Genshin Impact in the competitive gaming landscape.