It seems Warzone Mobile had a rocky start compared to its sibling, CoD Mobile, despite the high expectations surrounding its launch on March 21. Initial reports by PocketGamer and AppMagic highlight that Warzone Mobile only managed to pull in $1.4 million in revenue within its first four days—a figure that pales in comparison to CoD Mobile's $2.2 million within the same timeframe post-launch, almost five years ago.
So, what's holding Warzone Mobile back?
A significant factor appears to be its performance on Android devices. While iOS users might be enjoying smoother gameplay, Android users are facing a slew of issues, including lower FPS performance and overheating—even on devices that should technically run the game without a hitch. These performance problems, coupled with bugs and errors, have marred the gaming experience on Android, making it less enjoyable and, frankly, a bit of a headache for many.
Despite a recent update aimed at addressing these issues, it seems little has changed for Android users, who still report no significant improvements. This situation has led to frustration within the community, with some players even calling it the "most uninstalled game" within 24 hours of its release.
Warzone Mobile has earned $1.4M in its first 4 days after launch ?
— Warzone Mobile Leaks (@WZMIntel) March 25, 2024
Compared to COD Mobile this is fairly low, as that game generated $4.2M in its first 4 days
Via Pocket Gamer & AppMagic pic.twitter.com/aTRilHUqBY
As it stands, Warzone Mobile's developers might need to roll out more than just a patch or two to win back the hearts of disappointed players and to capture the success once envisioned for this title. The game's future now hinges on how quickly and effectively these performance issues can be resolved to provide an enjoyable experience for all players, regardless of their device's operating system.
For fans of the franchise and mobile gamers alike, it's a waiting game to see if Warzone Mobile can overcome its rocky debut and eventually thrive like its predecessor, CoD Mobile. Until then, players are left weighing the differences and deciding which game delivers the FPS action they seek on their mobile devices.