Mobile Legends: Bang Bang reached 51 million monthly active players in January 2026 — its highest count since launch — driven by the M7 World Championship. The game has now accumulated over 1.5 billion installations across 139 countries, making it the most-installed mobile MOBA in history.
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Statistics at a Glance
- 110 million+ monthly active users as of 2025, per Moonton’s official figures.
- 51 million monthly active players recorded in January 2026 — an all-time peak.
- 5.68 million concurrent viewers watched the M7 Grand Finals in January 2026.
- $195 million in in-app purchase revenue generated during 2024.
- $1.8 billion in total lifetime revenue as of April 2024.
How Many People Play Mobile Legends: Bang Bang?
Third-party tracker data places the monthly active player count at 32.4 million as of March 2026, down from a record 51 million in January. Moonton’s own measurement reports over 110 million MAU because it includes players on third-party Android storefronts not tracked by Google Play or App Store analytics.
The game has collected 721.6 million registered accounts across the App Store and Google Play combined. Google Play alone shows 500 million installs, while the App Store accounts for 221.6 million — a roughly 2.3:1 ratio that reflects Android dominance across Southeast Asia.
| Month | Avg Monthly Players | Peak Monthly Players |
|---|---|---|
| March 2025 | 37.8M | 45.2M |
| June 2025 | 31.7M | 37.9M |
| September 2025 | 30.4M | 36.2M |
| November 2025 | 38.6M | 48.5M |
| December 2025 | 44.2M | 53.1M |
| January 2026 (peak) | 51.0M | 61.2M |
| February 2026 | 41.5M | 49.8M |
| March 2026 | 32.4M | 38.9M |
Source: , IconEra
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Player Count by Country
The Philippines and Indonesia together account for approximately 65% of active players. Southeast Asia as a whole holds the vast majority of the player base, with Malaysia third at 12%. Brazil and the United States have emerged as growth markets following targeted campaigns outside Asia.
| Rank | Country | Share of Players |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philippines | 35% |
| 2 | Indonesia | 30% |
| 3 | Malaysia | 12% |
| 4 | Brazil | 5% |
| 5 | United States | 4% |
| 6 | Vietnam | 3% |
| 7 | Thailand | 3% |
| 8 | Myanmar | 2% |
| 9 | Cambodia | 1.5% |
| 10 | India | 1.5% |
| 11+ | Others | 3% |
Source: Google Trends, IconEra
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Revenue Statistics
Annual revenue peaked at $222.24 million in 2021 before declining to $180.41 million in 2023. The 2024 figure recovered to $194.99 million, helped by the M6 World Championship cycle, an Esports World Cup appearance in Riyadh, and IP collaborations including Attack on Titan.
Through July 2025, the game had already pulled in $111.8 million. Total lifetime global revenue stood at $1.8 billion as of April 2024, with Southeast Asia accounting for 47% of that figure. The Philippines alone drives approximately 35% of all in-app purchase revenue.
| Year | Annual Revenue (USD) |
|---|---|
| 2019 | $163.0M |
| 2020 | $184.0M |
| 2021 (peak) | $222.2M |
| 2022 | $216.0M |
| 2023 | $180.4M |
| 2024 | $195.0M |
| 2025 (estimated) | $190.0M |
Source: MobileMarketingReads, Sensor Tower
Monthly Player Spending (March 2025 – February 2026)
January 2026 recorded the highest single-month spending at $24.3 million, coinciding with the M7 World Championship. The March 2025 spike to $22.4 million tied to a Hunter x Hunter collaboration event. Outside championship windows, monthly spending typically falls between $12 million and $18 million.
| Month | Player Spending (USD) |
|---|---|
| March 2025 | $22.4M |
| April 2025 | $18.1M |
| July 2025 | $14.6M |
| October 2025 | $12.8M |
| November 2025 | $18.7M |
| December 2025 | $20.1M |
| January 2026 (peak) | $24.3M |
| February 2026 | $17.9M |
Source: , IconEra
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Esports Viewership
The M7 World Championship Grand Finals in January 2026 drew 5.68 million peak concurrent viewers, a record for mobile esports. Most competitive viewership for MLBB happens on YouTube and Facebook Gaming in Southeast Asia rather than Twitch, where the game’s numbers are comparatively modest.
On Twitch, MLBB recorded a peak average of 1,137 concurrent viewers and an all-time peak of 10,672 viewers, with 14,939 active streamers and 818,874 total watch hours as of February 2025. The game ranked as the most-watched title on SOOP Global in Q4 2025, ahead of Free Fire.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| M7 Grand Finals peak viewers | 5.68M |
| Twitch peak concurrent viewers | 10,672 |
| Twitch peak avg viewers | 1,137 |
| Twitch total streamers | 14,939 |
| Twitch watch hours | 818,874 |
Source: IconEra, TwitchTracker
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang Platform Availability
The game is available on Android and iOS only. No official PC or console version exists. Players can access it on desktop through Android emulators like BlueStacks, though Moonton does not officially support this method. The mobile-only approach reflects Moonton’s deliberate focus on Southeast Asian markets where smartphone penetration far exceeds PC ownership.
FAQ
What is the current Mobile Legends: Bang Bang player count in 2026?
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang has approximately 32.4 million monthly active players as of March 2026, down from a January 2026 peak of 51 million. Moonton’s own figures report 110 million MAU using a broader methodology.
What was the all-time peak player count for Mobile Legends: Bang Bang?
The all-time monthly peak was 51 million players in January 2026, during the M7 World Championship. Peak concurrent viewership for that event reached 5.68 million — a mobile esports record.
How much revenue does Mobile Legends: Bang Bang generate?
Mobile Legends: Bang Bang generated $195 million in in-app purchases in 2024. Total lifetime revenue reached $1.8 billion as of April 2024, with Southeast Asia accounting for 47% of that total.
Which country has the most Mobile Legends: Bang Bang players?
The Philippines leads with roughly 35% of active players, followed by Indonesia at 30%. Together, the two countries account for approximately 65% of the total player base.
Is Mobile Legends: Bang Bang available on PC or console?
No. Mobile Legends: Bang Bang is exclusive to Android and iOS. There is no official PC or console release, though third-party Android emulators like BlueStacks can run it on desktop.
