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Learn what mobile game retention is, why it matters, and 10 simple ways to keep players coming back to your game.

How to Increase Mobile Game Retention: 10 Tips That Work

Learn what mobile game retention is, why it matters, and 10 simple ways to keep players coming back to your game.

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How to plan mobile game user acquisition for Q4 and Q5: why holiday ad costs rise, when they drop, and how to scale with players who stay.

Q4 and Q5 User Acquisition for Mobile Games: How to Scale Through the Holidays

How to plan mobile game user acquisition for Q4 and Q5: why holiday ad costs rise, when they drop, and how to scale with...

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Learn how to detect mobile ad fraud in game user acquisition, the main fraud types to watch for, and how to tell fake installs from real but low-quality players.

Mobile Ad Fraud in Game UA: How to Tell Fake Installs from Low-Quality Players

Learn how to detect mobile ad fraud in game user acquisition, the main fraud types to watch for, and how to tell fake in...

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Custom product pages let mobile games match App Store pages to their ad creatives. Learn how to build them, measure them and avoid common mistakes.

Custom Product Pages for Mobile Games: How to Match Store Pages to Your UA Creatives

Custom product pages let mobile games match App Store pages to their ad creatives. Learn how to build them, measure them...

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Learn how to soft launch a mobile game: which KPIs to track, how to choose test markets, and how to know when your game is ready to scale user acquisition.

How to Soft Launch a Mobile Game: KPIs, Test Markets and When to Scale UA

Learn how to soft launch a mobile game: which KPIs to track, how to choose test markets, and how to know when your game ...

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Compare rewarded UA with traditional mobile game advertising to understand their differences, measurement approaches, and roles in user acquisition.

Gamelight Report: Rewarded Ads vs. Traditional Mobile Game Advertising

Compare rewarded UA with traditional mobile game advertising to understand their differences, measurement approaches, an...

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Offerwall vs rewarded UA: learn how each channel works, how they differ in player quality and retention, and which fits your mobile game.

Offerwall vs Rewarded UA: Which Channel Brings Higher-Quality Players in 2026?

Offerwall vs rewarded UA: learn how each channel works, how they differ in player quality and retention, and which fits ...

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Learn how to measure rewarded UA campaign performance using CPI, event completion, retention, LTV, and ROAS.

Gamelight Guide: How to Measure Rewarded UA Campaign Performance

Learn how to measure rewarded UA campaign performance using CPI, event completion, retention, LTV, and ROAS.

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Learn how mobile ad networks work, how to measure user acquisition performance, and how rewarded UA can help game developers grow their player base.

Gamelight Guide: How Mobile Ad Networks Work for Game Developers

Learn how mobile ad networks work, how to measure user acquisition performance, and how rewarded UA can help game develo...

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Learn how to build a mobile game marketing strategy in 2026 through strategic user acquisition, data-driven budget allocation, creative testing, and scalable growth.

Mobile Game Marketing: How to Build an Acquisition Strategy in 2026

Learn how to build a mobile game marketing strategy in 2026 through strategic user acquisition, data-driven budget alloc...

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Compare rewarded UA with traditional acquisition channels and learn how each can contribute to mobile game growth.

Gamelight Analysis: Rewarded UA vs. Traditional User Acquisition Channels

Compare rewarded UA with traditional acquisition channels and learn how each can contribute to mobile game growth.

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Explore the most effective ways to promote a mobile game and acquire engaged, high-value players.

Game App Promotion: The Most Effective Ways to Acquire Mobile Players

Explore the most effective ways to promote a mobile game and acquire engaged, high-value players.

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Choosing the right UA partner goes beyond installs. Discover what to look for when evaluating traffic quality, optimization, measurement, and long-term player value.

How to Choose a User Acquisition Partner for Your Mobile Game

Choosing the right UA partner goes beyond installs. Discover what to look for when evaluating traffic quality, optimizat...

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Learn how rewarded UA can improve mobile game ROAS through stronger engagement, retention, and player value.

Gamelight Analysis: How Rewarded UA Can Improve Mobile Game ROAS

Learn how rewarded UA can improve mobile game ROAS through stronger engagement, retention, and player value.

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Learn how to build a successful mobile game user acquisition strategy in 2026, from creative testing and paid advertising to retention, monetization, and performance measurement.

Mobile Game Marketing: How to Build an Acquisition Strategy in 2026

Learn how to build a successful mobile game user acquisition strategy in 2026, from creative testing and paid advertisin...

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What game developers should know about mobile app advertising networks, ad formats, targeting, and performance.

Mobile App Advertising Networks: What Game Developers Need to Know

What game developers should know about mobile app advertising networks, ad formats, targeting, and performance.

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Learn how mobile game publishers can use rewarded UA to acquire engaged players, improve LTV, and scale user acquisition while maintaining sustainable campaign economics.

Gamelight Insights: How Mobile Games Can Scale Rewarded UA Profitably

Learn how mobile game publishers can use rewarded UA to acquire engaged players, improve LTV, and scale user acquisition...

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Learn how to measure mobile game UA performance using acquisition, retention, engagement, and revenue metrics.

Gamelight Guide: How to Measure Mobile Game User Acquisition Performance

Learn how to measure mobile game UA performance using acquisition, retention, engagement, and revenue metrics.

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Understand the key economics behind mobile game advertising, from CPI and retention to LTV and ROAS.

The Economics of Mobile Game Advertising: CPI, ROAS, LTV, and Retention

Understand the key economics behind mobile game advertising, from CPI and retention to LTV and ROAS.

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Practical strategies to scale mobile game user acquisition while improving long-term growth and efficiency.

Gamelight Guide: Mobile Game User Acquisition Strategies That Actually Scale

Practical strategies to scale mobile game user acquisition while improving long-term growth and efficiency.

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Gamelight Research: When Should Mobile Games Add Rewarded UA to Their Acquisition Mix?

When should mobile games add rewarded UA? Explore the key signs that a game is ready to test and scale rewarded user acq...

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Gamelight Forecast: The Future of Rewarded User Acquisition in Mobile Gaming

Explore how rewarded UA is evolving beyond installs to drive deeper engagement, retention, player value, and long-term g...

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Mobile Game Advertising: How Developers Can Acquire High-Value Players

Mobile game advertising can help developers acquire high-value players through better audience targeting, creative testi...

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Gamelight Analysis: Why Player Quality Matters More Than Install Volume

Discover why player quality matters more than install volume in mobile game UA and how retention, engagement, LTV, and R...

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Gamelight Report: The Best Mobile Ad Networks for Advertisers in 2026

Discover the best mobile ad networks for advertisers in 2026 and learn how Gamelight helps mobile games acquire engaged,...

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Gamelight Research: What Makes Rewarded UA Traffic High Quality?

Discover how to measure rewarded UA traffic quality beyond installs and campaign completion, using retention, engagement...

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Gamelight Insights: How Rewarded UA Is Changing Mobile Game User Acquisition

Explore how rewarded UA is changing mobile game user acquisition, from engagement and player quality to campaign perform...

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Global Mobile Gaming Market Outlook for 2027: Revenue Forecast by Gamelight

Explore Gamelight's 2027 outlook for the global mobile gaming market, including revenue trends, regional opportunities, ...

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What Investors Look for in Mobile Ad-Tech: Valuation Trends

Learn what investors look for in mobile ad-tech, from revenue growth and customer retention to scalability, technology, ...

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Gamelight Forecasts How Advertising Will Shape Mobile Gaming Revenue in 2026

See how advertising could shape mobile gaming revenue in 2026, from rewarded ads and ad LTV to monetization strategy, pl...

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Gamelight Insights: The Next Wave of Mobile Gaming Revenue Growth

Explore the next opportunities for mobile gaming revenue growth, from player monetization and content strategy to region...

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Gamelight Forecast: The Future of In-App Advertising ROI

Check Gamelight’s forecast for the future of in-app advertising ROI, including rewarded ads, ad LTV, player value, AI op...

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Gamelight Forecasts the Future of Mobile Gaming Revenue in 2026

Gamelight forecasts the future of mobile gaming revenue in 2026, exploring monetization, regional growth, profitability,...

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Gamelight Predicts Ad Monetization Will Become a Bigger Driver of Mobile Gaming Revenue

Explore how ad monetization can drive mobile gaming revenue through rewarded ads, better ad placement, player quality, r...

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Gamelight Forecasts the Evolution of Rewarded Ads and Mobile Gaming Revenue

Rewarded ads are evolving in mobile gaming, from hybrid monetization and personalization to player engagement, retention...

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Gamelight Research: How Game Studios Can Increase Advertising Yield

Learn how game studios can increase advertising yield through better ad placement, rewarded video, user acquisition, ret...

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The Future of In-App Advertising: Gamelight Revenue Outlook

Explore the future of in-app advertising, from new ad formats and creative trends to user experience, monetization, and ...

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Gamelight Industry Analysis: Revenue, Profits, and Growth in Mobile Gaming

What makes a mobile game player profitable? Explore acquisition costs, LTV, monetization, rewarded UA, and the economics...

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Gamelight Insights: The Economics of Rewarded Video Advertising

Learn how rewarded video advertising drives mobile game revenue, player engagement, retention, and LTV, with practical i...

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Gamelight Analysis: Mobile Gaming Revenue Trends to Watch in 2026

Explore Gamelight's analysis of mobile gaming revenue trends in 2026, from regional pricing and game economies to advert...

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Gamelight Reveals Key Drivers Behind Mobile Gaming Revenue Growth in 2026

Discover Gamelight's report on the key drivers behind mobile gaming revenue growth in 2026, from game economies and onbo...

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Gamelight has been recognised as a top ROI-driving UA channel in Singular’s ROI Index 2026, adding to a strong run of recent industry recognition.

Gamelight Recognized as a Top ROI Channel in Singular’s ROI Index 2026

Gamelight has been recognised as a top ROI-driving UA channel in Singular’s ROI Index 2026, adding to a strong run of re...

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Gamelight and Airbridge unite to bring transparency and precision to rewarded user acquisition.

Gamelight Partners with Airbridge to Simplify Rewarded UA Measurement

Gamelight and Airbridge unite to bring transparency and precision to rewarded user acquisition.

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SuperPlay, the mobile game developer behind Dice Dreams and Domino Dreams, has officially launched Disney Solitaire in partnership with Disney. The free-to-play TriPeaks card game is now available globally on iOS and Android.

SuperPlay and Disney Roll Out Disney Solitaire Worldwide

SuperPlay, the mobile game developer behind Dice Dreams and Domino Dreams, has officially launched Disney Solitaire in p...

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Ubisoft has unveiled Chroma, a real-time, open source tool designed to help developers make games more accessible for players with color blindness.

Ubisoft Launches Open Source Tool ‘Chroma’ to Boost Game Accessibility for Colorblind Players

Ubisoft has unveiled Chroma, a real-time, open source tool designed to help developers make games more accessible for pl...

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Ahead of its global launch on May 8th, Sega’s Sonic Rumble has rolled out its first-ever crossover event—Crossover Event 0: SEGA Stars—exclusively for players in soft launch regions.

Sonic Rumble Kicks Off Exclusive Pre-Launch Crossover with Classic SEGA Characters

Ahead of its global launch on May 8th, Sega’s Sonic Rumble has rolled out its first-ever crossover event—Crossover Event...

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Epic Games is teaming up with Cartoon Network for an exciting new crossover event that brings Adventure Time characters to the world of Fortnite. The collaboration, confirmed by Epic Games following leaks from trusted Fortnite insider HYPEX, will introduce four beloved characters—Finn, Jake, Marceline, and Princess Bubblegum—as playable skins.

Fortnite x Adventure Time Crossover Set to Launch April 11 — Prepare to Spend Over 2,400 V-Bucks

Epic Games is teaming up with Cartoon Network for an exciting new crossover event that brings Adventure Time characters ...

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Microsoft has officially announced the return of the highly anticipated Xbox Games Showcase 2025, set to take place on June 8 (or June 9, depending on your time zone).

Xbox Games Showcase 2025 Set for June, Featuring The Outer Worlds 2 Deep Dive

Microsoft has officially announced the return of the highly anticipated Xbox Games Showcase 2025, set to take place on J...

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Warner Bros. Pictures' long-awaited A Minecraft Movie has exceeded all expectations, earning $157 million at the U.S. box office during its opening weekend, and $301 million globally.

‘A Minecraft Movie’ Surges to $157M Opening Weekend, Becomes Top Video Game Film Debut of 2025

Warner Bros. Pictures' long-awaited A Minecraft Movie has exceeded all expectations, earning $157 million at the U.S. bo...

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Nintendo is shaking up digital game ownership with a new feature for the Switch and upcoming Switch 2: Virtual Game Cards. Launching in late April, this update allows digital games to be loaned out much like physical cartridges, offering more flexibility for Nintendo Account family groups.

Nintendo Introduces Game Lending for Digital Titles with Virtual Game Cards

Nintendo is shaking up digital game ownership with a new feature for the Switch and upcoming Switch 2: Virtual Game Card...

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The recent launch has become the company’s fifth most downloaded game to date

Netflix's Squid Game: Unleashed mobile game surpasses 10m downloads

The recent launch has become the company’s fifth most downloaded game to date

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The technology is designed to assist developers in creating games powered by generative AI

Former Meta and Creative Assembly Developers Launch AI Engine Startup Studio Atelico

The technology is designed to assist developers in creating games powered by generative AI

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Player spending in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket averaged lower during its second month but reached a new record high during this period

Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket Hits $400 Million in Revenue Within 10 Weeks

Player spending in Pokémon Trading Card Game Pocket averaged lower during its second month but reached a new record high...

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Just nine months after its pre-seed funding, mobile game studio Grand Games has secured $30 million in a Series A round led by Balderton

Grand Games Secures $30 Million in Series A Funding Round

Just nine months after its pre-seed funding, mobile game studio Grand Games has secured $30 million in a Series A round ...

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The urban RPG reached a peak of $8.6 million in daily player spending on December 18, 2024

Zenless Zone Zero Sets Revenue Record with Version 1.4, Surpassing $250 Million on Mobile

The urban RPG reached a peak of $8.6 million in daily player spending on December 18, 2024

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Koei Tecmo and Nexon’s hack-and-slash title has amassed over $10 million in revenue since its launch in October 2023

Dynasty Warriors M Shutting Down 15 Months After Launch

Koei Tecmo and Nexon’s hack-and-slash title has amassed over $10 million in revenue since its launch in October 2023

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Tango Gameworks Inc. has rebranded following its acquisition by KRAFTON Inc., securing the future of the acclaimed Japanese studio behind The Evil Within, Ghostwire: Tokyo, and Hi-Fi Rush

Tango Gameworks Inc. Rebrands and Embarks on a Fresh Start in 2025

Tango Gameworks Inc. has rebranded following its acquisition by KRAFTON Inc., securing the future of the acclaimed Japan...

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Match Legends, the latest PvP match-3 game from Imaginite Studios, enters soft launch after 1.5 years of development and a focus on global player engagement

Imaginite Studios Soft Launches Match Legends After 1.5 Years in Development

Match Legends, the latest PvP match-3 game from Imaginite Studios, enters soft launch after 1.5 years of development and...

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Mobsmile Games' hybrid casual title, Trap Master: Squish Enemies, has surpassed 10 million downloads, marking a major milestone for the studio

Trap Master: Squish Enemies Surpasses 10 Million Downloads

Mobsmile Games' hybrid casual title, Trap Master: Squish Enemies, has surpassed 10 million downloads, marking a major mi...

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Rewards Include Cash and Wild Tokens for Watching Squid Game Season 2

Netflix Opens Squid Game: Unleashed to Non-Subscribers with New In-Game Rewards

Rewards Include Cash and Wild Tokens for Watching Squid Game Season 2

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Social Casino Firm Acquires 60% Stake for $27 Million

DoubleU Acquires Turkish Studio Paxie Games in Deal Worth Up to $67 Million

Social Casino Firm Acquires 60% Stake for $27 Million

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In June, the game pulled in close to $10 million in a single day

Dungeon & Fighter: Mobile exceeds $800 million in revenue within four months

In June, the game pulled in close to $10 million in a single day

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Playtika acquires SuperPlay for up to $1.95 billion, adding hit games to its portfolio

Playtika acquires SuperPlay for up to $1.95 Billion in Major Mobile Gaming Deal

Playtika acquires SuperPlay for up to $1.95 billion, adding hit games to its portfolio

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The milestone was reached within nine months of its official release in Southeast Asia

NetEase’s Blood Strike has skyrocketed to 50 million installs in less than a year

The milestone was reached within nine months of its official release in Southeast Asia

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Zynga's latest match-3 game generated $109,627 on August 4th

Game of Thrones: Legends has surpassed $1 million in revenue, with earnings rising swiftly

Zynga's latest match-3 game generated $109,627 on August 4th

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The United States is the leading region for the game's revenue

Whiteout Survival has exceeded $1 billion in revenue, highlighting its success

The United States is the leading region for the game's revenue

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Over 30% of the game's revenue is generated from South Korea

Netmarble's Solo Leveling: Arise has surpassed $100 million in revenue

Over 30% of the game's revenue is generated from South Korea

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Monopoly Go! spearheads Hasbro's licensing portfolio, driving a 20% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2

Monopoly Go! achieves a significant milestone by surpassing $3 billion in revenue

Monopoly Go! spearheads Hasbro's licensing portfolio, driving a 20% year-over-year revenue increase in Q2

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The game has impressively surpassed 150 million installs on mobile devices.

Hero Wars: Alliance Celebrates Milestone Achievement of $1.5 Billion in Revenue

The game has impressively surpassed 150 million installs on mobile devices.

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Chinese developer Lilith Games has consistently produced billion-dollar global hits across multiple genres

Inside Lilith Games: Crafting Global Mobile Hits

Chinese developer Lilith Games has consistently produced billion-dollar global hits across multiple genres

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