> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.morganyte.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # World of Dokkaebi Hits No. 1 on Google Play Just Days After Launch - URL: https://www.morganyte.com/world-of-dokkaebi-hits-no-1-on-google-play-just-days-after-launch/ - Published: 2026-10-13T15:50:31.000Z - Updated: 2026-10-13T15:50:31.000Z - Description: Kakao Games' World of Dokkaebi reached No. 1 on South Korea's Google Play revenue chart five days after launch. Global release preparations are underway. - Author: Nova - Tags: News ## Key Takeaways - **World of Dokkaebi reached No. 1 in Google Play revenue rankings** in South Korea on October 13, 2026. - **The game previously reached No. 2 in revenue on both Google Play and Apple's App Store,** following its October 8 launch. - **Developed by Supercat and published by Kakao Games,** the MMORPG blends Korean folklore with 2D pixel characters and 3D environments. - **Kakao Games is preparing for an international release,** but has not announced a global launch date. Kakao Games' new fantasy MMORPG, World of Dokkaebi (도깨비의세계), has climbed to the top of South Korea's Google Play revenue rankings just five days after its October 8, 2026, launch. Developed by Supercat, the 2.5D MMORPG combines traditional Korean folklore with pixel-art characters, 3D environments, and a progression system designed to reduce the pressure of spending money. The game reached No. 1 on South Korea's Google Play top-grossing chart on October 13, following earlier success on both major mobile storefronts. Kakao Games has also confirmed plans to expand the game internationally, although a global release date has not been announced. ## World of Dokkaebi Tops South Korea's Google Play Revenue Chart World of Dokkaebi has recorded a strong opening week in South Korea. The game reached No. 1 on Apple's App Store popularity chart during its pre-download period and took the top spot on Google Play's popularity chart on its October 8 launch day. It subsequently climbed to No. 2 on the revenue charts of both storefronts during the October holiday period. On October 13, Kakao Games confirmed that the title had advanced to No. 1 on Google Play's top-grossing chart, overtaking competing mobile games. The result is particularly notable given the game's relatively player-friendly monetization strategy, which emphasizes lower spending pressure than some traditional mobile MMORPGs. However, these rankings reflect the South Korean market, not worldwide performance. The figures also represent chart positions rather than disclosed revenue totals. ## World of Dokkaebi's Launch Chart Performance ## World of Dokkaebi: Korean Mobile Chart Milestones | Storefront | Chart | Position | Reported Date | | --------------- | ------------ | -------- | ------------------- | | Apple App Store | Popularity | No. 1 | Pre-download period | | Google Play | Popularity | No. 1 | October 8 | | Apple App Store | Top Grossing | No. 2 | Opening weekend | | Google Play | Top Grossing | No. 2 | October 11 | | Google Play | Top Grossing | No. 1 | October 13 | These are reported chart milestones in South Korea, not simultaneous or worldwide rankings. Positions can change throughout the day. ## What Is World of Dokkaebi? ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/eb/c3/ebc34dba-226d-448a-8bd7-25a7ee135adf/content/images/2026/10/image-35.png) World of Dokkaebi is a Korean fantasy MMORPG developed by Supercat and published by Kakao Games. The game is based on The Tale of Cultivation and Demon Extermination (멸귀수도전), a Korean web novel and webtoon available through Naver. Its visual style combines 2D pixel-art characters with fully three-dimensional environments, creating a distinctive 2.5D presentation. Traditional Korean folklore is central to the game's identity, with supernatural creatures, spiritual powers, and a fantasy world inspired by Korean mythology. Players can develop their characters through equipment progression, combat abilities known as dosul, and cooperative multiplayer activities. The title launched in South Korea on October 8, 2026. ## Kakao Games Is Responding to Early Player Feedback The game's initial success has been accompanied by adjustments to its progression and monetization systems. Kakao Games held a developer livestream on October 9 to address early concerns and outline improvements. The company has discussed changes to progression bottlenecks, acquisition rates for in-game resources, and additional ways to obtain combat abilities through guild-related content. It has also emphasized a monetization approach intended to reduce pressure on players, including avoiding progression-related attributes on outfits and mounts. Membership durations have been expanded to 30 days. These decisions are part of Kakao Games' effort to establish a sustainable player community rather than relying solely on its strong launch-week performance. ## New Updates Are Already Planned for October Kakao Games and Supercat are preparing additional updates following the game's launch. According to Korean coverage of the October 13 developer broadcast, the October 14 update will focus on combat balancing, equipment progression, and improvements to the in-game economy. A second update planned for October 21 will introduce additional cosmetic options, player interaction features, and a new four-player party dungeon. The developer also outlined longer-term plans extending into January 2027, including expanded competitive modes, guild activities, and noncombat systems such as cooking, gathering, and fishing. These features are planned content rather than systems already available in the game, and their schedules may change. ## Kakao Games Is Preparing a Global Release ![](https://storage.ghost.io/c/eb/c3/ebc34dba-226d-448a-8bd7-25a7ee135adf/content/images/2026/10/image-36.png) The game's early success in South Korea has prompted Kakao Games to move forward with preparations for an international launch. The company says it intends to build on the title's distinctive Korean-inspired art direction and flexible combat abilities when introducing it to overseas players. However, no global release date or international rollout schedule has been confirmed. For now, the October 8 launch and reported chart achievements concern the South Korean market. The company's next challenge will be maintaining player engagement through regular updates while preparing the game for audiences outside Korea.