Township Newsletter
01
Executive Summary
02
App Overview
03
User Acquisition
04
Top Creatives
05
Top Creatives (Competitors)
06
User Acquisition Strategy
07
Creative Strategy
08
Township Strategy
Mini Games
Missions and Events
Daily Rewards & Login Bonuses
Leaderboards and Rankings
Extensive Weaponry
Golden Ticket Offer
Energy Sale
Amazing Sale
T-Cash Saving Offer
Energy Booster Offer
Cornucopia of Deals
Special Offer
Revenue of $1,929,316,417
Top Tier-1 countries in revenue: USA, Germany, UK, Canada, Australia, France
Total downloads of 515,541,600
Top Tier-1 countries in downloads: USA, Germany, UK
Downloads: Township experienced a 14.79% increase in downloads in the last 14 to 30 days, a 1.88% decline in the last 30 to 60 days, and a 10.95% increase in the last 60 to 90 days.
Revenue: Revenue for Township increased by 10.99% in the last 14 to 30 days, decreased by 8.46% in the last 30 to 60 days, and then increased by 3.54% in the last 60 to 90 days.
Monetization Networks: In the last 14 to 30 days, Facebook, YouTube, Unity, and AppLovin saw increases of 11.1%, 1.7%, 11.1% and 7.0%, respectively. Over the last 30 to 60 days, Facebook, Unity, and YouTube showed increases of 10.3%, 2.3% and 9.1%, respectively. In the last 60 to 90 days, Facebook, YouTube, Unity, and AppLovin grew by 4.7%, 7.1%, 1.4% and 7.0%, respectively.
Popular Markets: In the last 14 to 30 days, the USA increased by 8.7%, Canada grew by 11.5%, France increased by 11.1%, the UK increased by 1.5%, and Germany increased by 1.2%. In the last 30 to 60 days, the USA grew by 10.0%, Canada showed an increase of 1.5%, France witnessed a 11.2% growth, the UK increased by 7.0%, and Germany increased by 6.2%. In the last 60 to 90 days, the USA grew by 4.2%, the UK experienced an increase of 2.5%, and Australia increased by 6.6%, while Canada, France, and Germany grew at the same rate of 3.3%.
Unique/New Creatives: Township saw a 5.11% increase in new creatives tested during the last 14 to 30 days, followed by a 34.38% decrease in the last 30 to 60 days, and a 4.75% rise in the last 60 to 90 days.
Monetization Networks: In the last 14 to 30 days, AppLovin experienced an increase of 2.0%, YouTube saw a rise of 2.5%, and Facebook grew by 1.2%. Over the last 30 to 60 days, Unity ensured positive growth of 4.4%, YouTube experienced a decline of 2.0%, Fyber witnessed an increase of 5.0%, Facebook saw a decline of 4.0%, and AppLovin had negative growth of 6.0%. During the last 60 to 90 days, YouTube sustained an increase of 1.2%, Unity witnessed growth of 10.0%, AppLovin grew by 8.7%, Facebook experienced a downfall of 2.9%, and Fyber saw positive growth of 1.5%.
Popular Markets: The USA saw a negative growth of 3.1%, France witnessed an increase of 6.1%, and Australia saw a positive growth of 4.1% over the last 14 to 30 days. The USA witnessed an increase of 2.3% in the last 30 to 60 days, while Canada and the UK both had a growth of 3.1%, France experienced a downfall of 1.2%, and Australia had an uptick of 4.0%. During the last 60 to 90 days, the USA demonstrated an increase of 2.7%, Canada witnessed positive growth of 7.0%, France saw an increase of 3.3%, the UK experienced a growth of 1.4%, Germany had a 7.5% growth, and Australia experienced an increase of 2.5%.
Township is a casual game developed by Playrix, blending city-building and farming elements. Players cultivate crops, manage livestock, and process goods to develop their towns, completing orders via helicopters and engaging in cooperative gameplay with tasks like regattas.
Township is a popular city-building and farming game that blends gameplay elements to create an engaging player experience.
The game includes a cycle of planting, harvesting, and processing crops into goods, which are then sold or used to complete orders.
The dual focus of constructing buildings and cultivating crops allows players to engage in resource management and urban planning.
Township features cooperative gameplay through the creation of "co-ops," where players can trade goods and assist each other.
Players can customize their town with buildings, decorations, and famous landmarks. This feature allows for personal expression and creativity, making each town unique.
Gamers receive orders through a request system (helicopter orders, train shipments, etc.), and completing them rewards players with currency and experience points, essential for town progression.
Mini Games
Missions and Events
Daily Rewards & Login Bonuses
Leaderboards and Rankings
Extensive Weaponry
1. Golden Ticket Offer (Level 6)
The "Golden Ticket" is an exclusive premium in-app purchase (IAP) available at level 6 solely during the Township's “Season Adventure event” (a recurring month-long event where players complete tasks to earn points and advance on a rewards bar).
It offers players unique rewards such as special outfits for chickens, expedited train services, and exclusive items like a golden frame and gold username. Additionally, players can earn gifts for co-op members, new tasks to enhance their in-game progress, and currency.
During the Season Adventure event, players are given the option to select between complimentary rewards earned by completing specific tasks and premium rewards. This encourages ongoing participation and provides opportunities for optional in-app purchases to enhance their gaming experience.
The Golden Ticket, priced at ₹449.00, offers additional benefits and perceived value through out-of-the-box rewards, enhancing the player's experience within the game journey.
The game's IAP strategy employs the time-limited availability of the Golden Ticket and the differentiation between free and premium rewards to leverage psychological tactics such as scarcity and contrast, enhancing the game's revenue.
2. Energy Sale (Level 14)
During the Township game's "Expedition Event," players are offered the "Energy Sale" in-app purchase (IAP), which provides vital energy and in-game boosters such as Dynamite and Infinite Lives, ensuring smooth game progression and enhancing active engagement in event activities.
Players typically encounter the "Energy Sale" IAP at level 14 when their energy reserves are depleted during the "Expedition event”, prompting them to consider purchasing energy to continue their participation.
The IAP offers two choices: 1200 energy plus in-game boosters at a 60% discount for ₹ 699.00, or 750 energy plus in-game boosters at a 50% discount for ₹ 549.00, providing substantial savings. This appeals to players aiming to progress in the game.
By timing the IAP during the in-game event and presenting it when players run low on energy, the game creates urgency, prompting purchases to sustain engagement. With two pricing options, players can choose based on preference and budget, boosting conversion rates.
3. Amazing Sale (Level 20)
In Township, the "Amazing Sale" in-app purchase (IAP) rewards players with 170 Township Cash upon reaching level 20, enabling them to accelerate production, enhance crop growth, or purchase premium decorations to beautify their town.
The game features this "Amazing Sale" IAP priced at ₹269.00, offering a significant discount of 70% from its regular price. The label "70% OFF" is prominently displayed, emphasizing substantial savings, and appealing to budget-conscious individuals.
Additionally, the background features scattered green banknotes, symbolizing wealth and financial capacity. The bold yellow lettering spelling out "AMAZING SALE!" positioned prominently at the top of the image highlights the exclusivity and importance of this promotional opportunity.
At level 8, players often encounter this offer, where acquiring additional Township Cash can significantly aid in the game progression, serving as a strategic investment toward achieving their objectives and overcoming challenges efficiently.
4. T-Cash Savings Offer (Level 27)
In Township, the Piggy Bank feature becomes available at level 27, allowing players to gather Township Cash (T-Cash) earned during gameplay.
Players earn Township Cash by completing various in-game orders like helicopter, train, or airplane tasks.
Players need a minimum of 75 Township Cash to open the Piggy Bank, with a maximum capacity of 130 T-Cash. Once full, players can exchange their accumulated Township Cash for real money for ₹269.00, offering a direct conversion from in-game to real-world currency.
The Piggy Bank's real-money conversion satisfies players' craving for tangible rewards, while its gradual T-Cash accumulation promotes ongoing gameplay and investment, fostering a sense of accomplishment.
5. Energy Booster Offer (Level 35)
Players in the Township can enhance their gaming experience during the "Expedition Event" by opting for the “Energy Booster Offer”, which provides essential Township Cash and energy resources, enabling seamless game progression and active participation in event-related activities.
At level 37, players in Township receive a familiar in-app purchase (IAP) similar to the one offered at level 8, complemented by extra Township Cash, after they refuse the initial offer presented at level 8.
The offer provides two options: one is 220 T-Cash along with in-game boosters like Infinite Lives at ₹549.00 and 180 Energy with an 80% discount price at ₹449.00. The other option is 180 T-Cash along with 370 energy, also with in-game boosters.
By timing the offer to coincide with the player reaching a new level, the game can re-engage players who might be losing interest or finding the game challenging. The additional resources can help them progress further in the game, improving player retention.
6. Cornucopia Of Deals (Level 43)
At level 43, players receive the in-app purchase (IAP) named "Cornucopia of Deals," which provides up to 110 T-Cash, in-game boosters, and energy.
It is a limited-time offer that presents players with a series of deals, initially offering the first two deals for free. Additional free rewards can be unlocked by purchasing for ₹349.00.
By offering initial free deals and requiring a purchase for extra rewards, the IAP creates a sense of urgency and incentive for players.
Including T-Cash, in-game boosters, and energy enhances the offer's value, attracting players wanting to improve their gameplay. The time-limited nature of the offer creates a sense of scarcity, motivating quick action.
7. Special Offer (Level 51)
At level 51, players in Township can access the "Special Offer," which grants them a significant amount of in-game currency (T-Cash) and boosters for quicker progress through the ability to purchase items, speed up tasks, and gain advantages.
Players are presented with two discounted options to purchase Township Cash (T-Cash) and in-game boosters: the first offers 120 Township Cash and boosters for ₹179.00, and the second provides 55 T-Cash and boosters for ₹89.00, both at a 90% discount from the regular price.
The offer strategically appears when players decline an energy sale, its frequency linked to user actions, ensuring it feels exclusive and targeted, thus boosting the likelihood of purchase.
Both were discounted by 90%, making the offer exceptionally appealing, underscoring its value, and prompting users to seize the limited-time opportunity for substantial savings, thereby distinguishing it from regular in-app purchases.
By timing the offer to follow a declined energy sale, the game utilizes the principle of reciprocity, providing players with a second opportunity featuring an enhanced offer, fostering a sense of value, and increasing the likelihood of a purchase in return.
In-game currency
1. Coins
Township relies on coins as its primary currency for buying essential items and resources.
Players have several ways to earn coins, such as daily rewards, completing tasks, engaging in in-game activities like loading trains and mining, and benefiting from the House of Luck.
Additionally, players can choose to purchase coins directly from the in-game store, known as the Bank, with prices ranging from ₹89.00 to ₹6900.00.
These coins are vital for obtaining goods, building materials, decorations, and crops, which are necessary for advancing through tasks and progressing in the game.
2. Township Currency
Township Cash (T-Cash) functions as the primary in-game currency in Township, facilitating various processes and transactions to expedite player progress.
Players can obtain T-Cash through diverse in-game activities such as completing achievements, participating in events, fulfilling orders, winning competitions, and daily logins for rewards.
T-Cash offers players a range of benefits, including task acceleration, special item purchases, feature unlocking, and participation in exclusive events.
While T-Cash accrues through gameplay, it is also purchasable in the in-game store using real currency, with prices ranging from ₹179.00 to ₹6900.00.
Effective T-Cash management is paramount for players to advance efficiently within Township, enabling the optimization of gameplay through strategic resource allocation.
Social Integration
Township offers strategic social integration by allowing players to connect with Facebook, facilitating easy friend invites through real-life social interactions within the game.
Players can keep track of their in-game friend's list, monitor interactions, and utilize the Recent Helpers tab to return favors, thus creating a collaborative environment for shared progress.
The Community tab highlights social media channels like Instagram, X, and YouTube, encouraging players to engage with the Township community for the latest news, tips, and events, enhancing their overall gaming experience.
By integrating social media, Township incentivizes engagement with in-game rewards for connecting on Facebook, thereby boosting player interaction and expanding the game's community reach.
1. Ernie’s Cup
The Ernie's Cup event in Township is a one-day event offering players the opportunity to engage with the game's community, enhance their rankings, and earn rewards based on their achievements.
Top-performing players in Township's Ernie's Cup event earn rewards based on their performance and leaderboard standing, including exclusive items like an in-game booster, and infinite lives.
Ernie's Cup event in Township appeals to motivated competitive players who have completed tutorial levels of the puzzle mini-game, offering them challenges, leaderboard climbing, and prize-winning opportunities.
2. Gem Fever
In the Gem Fever event, players aim to collect gems and progress through the event stages by clearing obstacles on the expedition map.
Players earn rewards such as energy, infinite lives, and in-game boosters as they progress through stages, serving as incentives to strive for higher leaderboard rankings by collecting gems and completing stages efficiently.
The Gem Fever event's duration varies between instances, spanning several days or weeks, and players can enhance their competitive edge by employing strategic tactics like utilizing the Double Points icon for increased gem earnings and timing their participation to double their earned points.
3. Great Freight
During the Great Freight Event, participants undertake various transportation challenges involving helicopters, trains, planes, and ships to earn points and obtain rewards.
Throughout the Great Freight Event, players are presented with a task to complete, offering rewards such as the grand prize of 200 Township Cash. The value of the reward escalates with the number of tasks accomplished.
To secure the grand prize of 200 T-Cash, players must successfully fulfill all tasks within the designated three-day period, fostering greater motivation for sustained involvement.
4. Transport Magnate
The Transport Magnate Event, a Mayor's Competition, challenges players to gather points through the efficient utilization of their town's distinct structures—Helicopter Pad, Train Station, and Airport—for transporting goods.
The event extends for 3 to 4 days, offering players a brief timeframe for participation, intensifying the event's thrill, and encouraging prompt, decisive action.
Participating in the Transport Magnate Event presents players with the opportunity to win appealing rewards, such as exclusive skins and valuable prizes like Township Cash, serving as powerful incentives that spur active involvement and motivate players to aim for success in the competition.
5. The Ruler of the Mine
The Ruler of the Mine Event in Township challenges players to extract ore from the mine to earn points.
Players must complete multiple tasks by collecting a specified amount of ore, with each completed task unlocking rewards and culminating in a grand prize of 200 Township Cash.
The event consists of several stages, often up to six, each requiring the completion of specific tasks.
The event consists of several stages, often up to six, and is a temporary, 2-day event that occurs periodically in Township, rotating with other events like Treasure Mine and Mine Time.
Top Countries Tier:1
USA
🇺🇸 (53%) : $1,020,259,012
Germany
🇩🇪 (6%) : $121,021,005
UK
🇬🇧 (4%) : $84,272,628
Canada
🇨🇦 (3%) : $54,288,959
Australia
🇦🇺 (3%) : $48,756,502
France
🇫🇷 (2%) : $34,586,204
Top Countries Tier:1
USA
🇺🇸 (12%) : 60,579,261
Germany
🇩🇪 (3%) : 13,539,448
UK
🇬🇧 (2%) : 9,844,725
Other Countries:
India 🇮🇳 (19%),
Indonesia 🇮🇩 (6%)
Top Monetization Networks (Last 30 days)
RpD
Tier-1 West: $13.1
Global: $3.74
Apr 16, 2024
2,923,977
USA (16%),
France (9%),
Canada (3%)
N.A
May 08, 2024
2,466,246
USA (26%),
UK (22%),
Canada (21%),
Australia (2%)
N.A
Mar 26, 2024
1,972,755
USA (37%),
UK (6%),
France (6%),
Australia (4%),
Germany (4%),
Canada (3%)
N.A
Apr 29, 2023
2,320,000
USA (46%),
UK (19%),
Canada (10%),
Australia (9%)
Switzerland (11%),
Turkey (2%)
Jan 22, 2024
1,474,154
USA (9%),
Canada (8%),
France (4%),
Australia (2%)
Hong Kong (8%),
Brazil (7%)
Jan 17, 2024
9,429,251
USA (89%),
Canada (4%),
Germany (3%),
Australia (2%)
Netherlands (1%)
Change in %
% change = ((new value - old value) / old value) * 100
1. Change in Downloads
The Township has experienced a 14.79%. increase in downloads over the last 14 to 30 days.
In the last 30 to 60 days, there was a downfall of 1.88%. in downloads.
Over the last 60 to 90 days, Township witnessed an increase of 10.95%. in downloads.
2. Change in Revenue
Township saw a 10.99%. increase in revenue over the last 14 to 30 days.
Over the last 30 to 60 days, the revenue of the Township experienced a decrease of 8.46%..
In the last 60 to 90 days, the Township experienced a 3.54% increase in revenue.
3. Change in Monetization Networks
In the last 14 to 30 days, Facebook experienced an increase of 11.1%, YouTube saw an increase of 1.7%, Unity demonstrated a positive growth of 11.1% and AppLovin had an increase of 7.0%.
Over the last 30 to 60 days, Facebook showed an increase of 10.3%, Unity saw an increase of 2.3%, and YouTube had a growth of 9.1%.
In the last 60 to 90 days, Facebook experienced an increase of 4.7%, YouTube grew by 7.1%, Unity witnessed an increase of 1.4% and AppLovin increased by 7.0%.
4. Change in Popular Markets
In the last 14 to 30 days, the USA increased by 8.7%, Canada grew by 11.5%, France increased by 11.1%, the UK increased by 1.5%, and Germany increased by 1.2%.
In the last 30 to 60 days, the USA grew by 10.0%, Canada showed an increase of 1.5%, France witnessed an 11.2% growth, the UK increased by 7.0%, and Germany increased by 6.2%.
In the last 60 to 90 days, the USA grew by 4.2%, the UK experienced an increase of 2.5% and Australia increased by 6.6%. Canada, France and Germany grew at the same rate of 3.3%.
Change in %
% change = ((new value - old value) / old value) * 100
1. Change in Unique/New Creatives
Township's new creatives increased by 5.11% over the last 14 to 30 days.
In the last 30 to 60 days, there was a decrease of 34.38% in new creatives.
Township saw a 4.75% increase in the testing of new creatives during the last 60 to 90 days.
2. Change in Monetization Networks
In the last 14 to 30 days, AppLovin experienced an increase of 2.0%, YouTube saw a rise of 2.5% and Facebook grew by 1.2%.
Over the last 30 to 60 days, Unity ensured a positive growth of 4.4%, YouTube experienced a decline of 2.0%, Fyber witnessed an increase of 5.0%, Facebook saw a decline of 4.0% and AppLovin's saw a negative growth of 6.0%.
During the last 60 to 90 days, YouTube sustained an increase of 1.2%, Unity witnessed a growth of 10.0%, AppLovin grew by 8.7%, Facebook experienced a downfall of 2.9% and Fyber saw a positive growth of 1.5%.
3. Change in Popular Markets
Over the last 14 to 30 days, the USA registered a negative growth of 3.1%, France witnessed an increase of 6.1% and Australia saw a positive growth of 4.1%.
The USA witnessed an increase of 2.3% in the last 30 to 60 days, Canada and the UK had the same growth of 3.1%, France experienced a downfall of 1.2%, and Australia had an uptick of 4.0% during the same timeframe.
During the last 60 to 90 days, the USA demonstrated an increase of 2.7%, Canada witnessed a positive growth of 7.0%, France demonstrated an increase of 3.3%, the UK saw a positive growth of 1.4%, Germany had a 7.5% growth and Australia experienced an increase of 2.5%.
Township sends 3- 4 notifications daily to users. These are designed to encourage players to return to the game by informing them of restored lives and the scope to continue playing.
The tone of notifications like “👋Hey, you!👋 Disco Fever ends soon!” alert players about ongoing or ending events to drive participation before the event concludes.
The strategy of notifications is designed to highlight limited-time offers to incentivize in-game purchases or special deals.
Notifications of the Township inform players about new items available for purchase, motivating them to check the market regularly.
Through push notifications, Township notifies active users of restored lives or resources ready for action, ensuring continuous gameplay.
Although the game’s notifications, such as “👋Hey, you!..” and “Have you broken…”, attempt to engage players, they lack personalization and specific user segmentation.