Helldivers 2 and Top New Games by Revenue: Q1 2024

The gaming industry in the first quarter of 2024 remained heavily influenced by established live-service titles and annual franchises, though select new releases demonstrated significant commercial impact. Analysis of the PC and console markets across the United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Italy, and Spain reveals that while new titles like Helldivers 2 achieved notable success, they still operate within an ecosystem dominated by long-standing industry staples.

Fortnite maintained its position as the highest-grossing title overall, capturing over 10% of total PC and console revenue for the quarter. EA Sports FC 24 followed with an 8.3% share, performing particularly well in Europe where it accounted for over 20% of regional revenue. Helldivers 2 emerged as the most successful new release of the period, securing the third spot in the overall top 10 rankings and leading the category for new games released in 2024. Other 2024 launches that reached the top 10 include Dragon’s Dogma II and Palworld.

The findings are based on market data covering the US and five major European nations. The analysis highlights a clear divide between regional preferences, noting that while Fortnite led in the US, EA Sports FC 24 dominated the European market. Furthermore, the data indicates that the top-grossing charts remain largely resistant to new entries, as annual franchises like Call of Duty, NBA 2k24, and Madden NFL 24 continue to command significant revenue shares alongside established free-to-play titles.