Observed Signal · Jul 20, 2026 · Financials · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Neutral
Pokémon Sleep earns $234.9M over three years
Pokémon Sleep has generated $234.9 million in player spending since its July 2023 launch, according to a PocketGamer report. In its third year the game earned $68.2 million (a 3.2% year-over-year decline), averaging roughly $5.7 million in monthly gross player spending. Major revenue spikes came from limited-time Legendary events: a September 2025 trio event produced daily peaks up to $378,000, December 2025 was the top month (~$6.7M) with a single-day peak of $491,000, and June 9, 2026 delivered the highest single day of year three at $543,000 during a Latios event. To mark the third anniversary (July 20, 2026) the game introduced a Munchlax Nap Island feature and purchasable Relaxing Nap Tickets; a new Cyan Beach (Expert) area is scheduled for August 10, 2026.
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- Pokémon Sleep has earned $234.9 million in player spending since its 2023 release.
- The game launched first in Japan, Australia and select countries on July 17, 2023, with July 20 named as the global anniversary.
- Year three revenue was $68.2 million, down 3.2% year-over-year (AppMagic estimates).
- Year three monthly average gross player spending was about $5.7 million; December 2025 was the top month (~$6.7M).
- The top single-day revenue in year three was $543,000 on June 9, 2026; other notable daily peaks were $491,000 (December 28, 2025) and $378,000 (September 9, 2025).
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