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Mobile Video Game Revenue Grew 0.2% in 2025, Direct-to-Consumer Grew 26%

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July 31, 2026 – 4 min read

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Mobile Video Game Revenue Grew 0.2% in 2025, Direct-to-Consumer Grew 26%

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