Hybrid-Casual Games Revolutionize Mobile Market with Stellar User Retention and Ad Revenue Growth

October 22, 2024
Hybrid-Casual Games Revolutionize Mobile Market with Stellar User Retention and Ad Revenue Growth
  • Chinese game publisher Learnings successfully scaled its user base in markets such as the US, Japan, and Brazil by implementing a ROAS bidding strategy in partnership with BIGO Ads.

  • During the learning phase of their algorithm, Learnings experienced a remarkable 2-3 times improvement in D7 ROAS, alongside a tenfold increase in overall downloads.

  • Fugo Games showcased the potential for remarkable growth by achieving a peak eCPM of $25 and a 10% ad fill rate through its partnership with BIGO Ads.

  • Hybrid-casual games are rapidly gaining traction among mobile developers, with 43% identifying them as the most viable game category according to Sandsoft’s Publisher Perception Report.

  • These games uniquely blend the simplicity of hyper-casual titles with strategic depth, resulting in engaging gameplay that effectively attracts and retains players.

  • Advertisers benefit from hybrid-casual games as they expand global reach and improve user acquisition and retention rates.

  • By collaborating with leading ad platforms like BIGO Ads, developers gain access to extensive advertiser networks and advanced monetization tools.

  • Smart bidding strategies that leverage machine learning can significantly enhance user acquisition and retention by optimizing return on ad spend (ROAS) and in-app advertising.

  • In-app bidding strategies create competitive auction environments, leading to better fill rates and higher effective cost per mille (eCPMs), which maximizes ad revenue.

  • Regular A/B testing can boost user retention by up to 40% by utilizing effective ad formats, such as rewarded ads, and comparing different ad placements.

  • Eden Liu from BIGO Ads underscores the critical role of A/B testing in hybrid-casual gaming to uncover effective monetization and user acquisition strategies.

  • Developers are reaping the benefits of hybrid-casual games through optimized monetization strategies that seamlessly blend in-app purchases with ad revenues, ultimately enhancing player lifetime value.

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