Who Is the Biggest Diablo Immortal Whale? $100k Spent and Counting
As a long-time Diablo fan and mobile gaming enthusiast, I‘ve been following the launch of Diablo Immortal closely. While the game has seen huge financial success, it has also sparked controversy for its aggressive monetization strategy that essentially requires spending money to progress at higher levels.
The biggest spender so far appears to be YouTuber and streamer jtisallbusiness, who claims to have spent over $100,000 so far on Diablo Immortal in-game purchases.
Breaking Down Diablo Immortal‘s Biggest Spenders
Let‘s take a closer look at some of the dedicated Diablo Immortal players who have shelled out thousands or even tens of thousands chasing upgrades:
jtisallbusiness – $100,000+ Spent
As a content creator, jtisallbusiness reportedly spent over $100k on the game within the first month in an effort to create max-level gear and dominated PvP matches.
He literally broke Diablo Immortal‘s matchmaking system, reaching a point where he could no longer find opponents due to his unchecked power.
Quin69 – $10,000 and Nothing to Show for It
Well-known Twitch streamer Quin69 went viral after spending around $10,000 trying unsuccessfully to get a 5-star Legendary gem in Diablo Immortal. Despite spending enough to buy a car, he had nothing top-tier gear to show for it.
The Rest of the Leaderboard
While not publicly disclosed, other top Diablo PvP players and streamers have likely spent thousands or tens of thousands trying to build the best gear. Diablo Immortal‘s leaderboards make it impossible to compete without constantly buying item upgrades.
Why Do Players Spend So Much on Diablo Immortal?
What motivates players like jtisallbusiness and Quin69 to throw down $10,000+ on a mobile game most play for free?
For content creators and hardcore gamers, the incentive is being at the top of the Diablo Immortal power curve:
- Higher resonance (= power) means dominating PvP matches
- Rare 5-star Gems give large combat rating boosts
- Unique legendary gear proves one‘s elite status in the game
- Viewers enjoy watching creators destroy enemies or struggle with bad RNG
Of course, reaching the upper echelons of Diablo Immortal requires regularly spending money to increase one‘s power.
And due to the random nature of upgrades, getting lucky can require days or even weeks of purchases adding up to staggeringly large totals like $100,000.
The Cost of Being the Best
Here‘s a breakdown of estimated costs to maximize a Diablo Immortal character, not including the random chance involved at higher levels:
| Item | Cost (USD) |
|---|---|
| Max Resonance (Whale Force) | $110,000 |
| All 5-star Legendary Gems at Rank 10 | $15,000 |
| Max Legendary Crests | $30,000 |
| Fully Awakened Gear | $3,000 |
| Total | $158,000+ |
As you can see, competing with other whales like jtisallbusiness requires $100k+ in spending just to catch up. And maintaining a competitive edge means continuously spending thousands per week.
No wonder some call it "Diablo Immoral"! But yet players keep spending in search of lost Diablo nostalgia and mobile gaming hype.
Diablo Immortal Revenue and Downloads
Despite criticisms of being overly monetized, Diablo Immortal has been an undeniable financial success:
- Over $300 million in revenue in first 4 months
- Over 20 million downloads since June launch
- ~$150 million from China alone (NetEase revenue share)
However, recent reports show declining revenue and lower conversion rates, indicating the early rush may be slowing down.
| Launch Month | Revenue (Millions) |
|---|---|
| June 2022 | $100 |
| July 2022 | $50 |
| August 2022 | $40 |
| September 2022 | $35 |
Only time will tell if Diablo Immortal can sustain these whale-sized revenues. For now, players like jtisallbusiness show no signs of stopping their out-of-control spending sprees.
Tips for Competing as a Low Spender
For those looking to enjoy Diablo Immortal without breaking the bank:
- Focus on daily/weekly activities and events
- Use crew feature to share warband loot
- Strategically upgrade gear quality then transfer rank
- Occasionally buy empowered or eternal crests
With smart planning, it‘s possible to experience all the game content without missing rent payments!
Let me know if you have any other questions about big spenders in Diablo Immortal. As a passionate mobile gamer myself, I‘m always happy to discuss the latest gaming industry and community developments.
