Solo Leveling: Arise Hits 60 Million Users, Launches Milestone Events

The mobile game Solo Leveling: Arise, inspired by the popular webtoon, has hit a remarkable milestone by attracting over 60 million users. This achievement comes just 10 months after its launch, showcasing the game's rapid growth and appeal not only to fans of the original anime and manhwa but also to newcomers to the franchise.

To celebrate this significant milestone, Netmarble is offering players a chance to log in and claim free Essence Stones. From now until March 28th, players can receive 1,000 Essence Stones daily, accumulating up to a total of 10,000 stones. If you miss this initial window, don't worry—there will be additional opportunities to earn the full 10,000 Essence Stones until May 8th, coinciding with the game's release anniversary.

The success of Solo Leveling: Arise is particularly noteworthy in the current mobile gaming landscape, where even games based on traditionally popular franchises have struggled. For instance, Star Wars: Hunters, developed by Zynga and backed by the iconic Star Wars franchise, is set to close down less than a year after its launch. This raises interesting questions about the relative popularity of anime and manhwa compared to mainstream films, and whether niche products can achieve rapid growth in today's market.

As we observe the long-term trajectory of Solo Leveling: Arise, it will be fascinating to see how it continues to evolve. In the meantime, if you're eager to explore other gaming options, check out our latest list of the top five new mobile games to try this week.