Apex Legends has taken the market by storm and set a record for the best launch month of any free-to-play title. Respawn’s battle royale was an instant hit with the community, generating an estimated $92 million from in-game spending in February. That’s according to SuperData Research.
Of the top grossing gaming titles, Apex Legends landed in sixth on PC (based on February 2019 earnings). Despite Apex’s success and its large player-base, Epic Games’ Fortnite landed ahead in fifth place, with Dungeon Fighter Online taking the top spot. It’s also stated that of the $92 million, the majority of in-game spending came from console.
In-game revenue generation won’t be stopping there, as Apex Legends’ seasonal content is now well underway. Its first season, Wild Frontier, released on March 19 – featuring a battle pass and a new legend, Octane. This adrenaline-fuelled eager beaver boasts significant speed advantages and an ultimate ability which allows you to deploy a jump-pad.