Victory Goddess: NIKKE has already made over 900 million euros - and only on mobile!

Shift Up's absolute success continues to grow, with millionaire events and a loyal audience

The Shift Up, a Korean studio that recently shone with Stellar Blade, was already a giant in mobile games thanks to Goddess of Victory: NIKKE. And the numbers don't lie: the game has already raised an incredible 926 million euros, exclusively in its mobile version, according to PocketGamer.biz.

Profitable events and an extremely loyal audience

The great asset of Goddess of Victory: NIKKE lies in the seasonal events, which further boost the game's profits. The special Valentine's Day event, for example, generated a record revenue, consolidating the title as one of the most profitable mobile games today.

But what really catches attention is where this money comes from. Japan dominates the spending ranking, with 58% of the total revenue coming directly from Japanese players' pockets. For comparison, the United States and South Korea together represent only 34%, divided equally into 17% each.

Strategic partnerships keep the game relevant

The Shift Up knows that keeping a profitable mobile game requires constant updates and strategic collaborations. The current Evangelion event is an example of this, guaranteeing a new wave of players and further encouraging spending within the game.

The game's monthly revenue average already exceeds 50 million euros, indicating that the barrier of 1 billion euros raised should be broken soon.

What makes Goddess of Victory: NIKKE a phenomenon?

In addition to the extremely well-structured free-to-play model, the game stands out for its stylish character design, with eye-catching aesthetics and accessible gameplay, attracting both gacha game fans and third-person shooter enthusiasts.

The Shift Up has already proven with Stellar Blade that it knows how to deliver high-quality experiences, but Goddess of Victory: NIKKE remains its greatest commercial phenomenon. It remains to be seen what will be the studio's next big step and whether the game will continue its meteoric trajectory in 2025.