Gravity’s Ragnarok: The New World Achieves #1 Free Downloads and #1 Grossing in Taiwan and Macau
Ragnarok: The New World launched January 15 in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau, ranking #1 in Apple App Store free downloads, topping grossing charts in Taiwan and Macau, and placing third in Hong Kong. The early top-ranking launch could significantly enhance Gravity’s Asia-Pacific revenue potential.
1. Open-World MMORPG Launch Success
GRAVITY Co., Ltd. released Ragnarok: The New World on January 15, 2026 in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Macau through its subsidiary GRAVITY Game Vision. This title marks the company’s first open‐world MMORPG available on both mobile and PC platforms under the Ragnarok IP. The game features cross‐continent exploration of the Midgard world and introduces a flying vehicle mechanic, supporting free‐exploration adventures across vast fields. Convenience enhancements such as offline auto‐hunting and a reduced time for repetitive content are designed to boost player retention and daily active user metrics from day one.
2. Top App Store Rankings Across Regions
Within 24 hours of its launch, Ragnarok: The New World secured the No.1 position for free downloads on the Apple App Store in all three regions. It also achieved the No.1 spot in top grossing in Taiwan and Macau, and reached No.3 in Hong Kong’s top grossing chart. Pre‐download registrations exceeded 500,000 users, indicating strong pre‐launch momentum. These early ranking achievements demonstrate robust market demand and suggest a high potential for sustained in‐game spending, contributing positively to quarterly revenue forecasts for GRAVITY Co., Ltd.
3. Enhanced Monetization and Long‐Term User Engagement
The game’s monetization framework includes reduced pet draw times, lower refining costs and a permanently available Kafra VIP privilege card, designed to enhance average revenue per user (ARPU). Customizable guild event schedules and a streamlined progression system aim to extend session lengths and increase retention rates beyond the critical 30‐day mark. Management projects that these features will drive a 15–20% uplift in ARPU compared to previous Ragnarok titles, positioning Ragnarok: The New World as a key contributor to GRAVITY’s revenue growth in fiscal 2026.