Farlight Games and Lilith Games’ free-to-play fantasy RPG Achieves Major Success with Multiple Awards and Nominations

SHANGHAI, Dec. 13, 2024 — AFK Journey, the award-winning sequel to the globally popular AFK Arena, has been recognized as the best mobile game of 2024 by both Google Play and the Apple App Store, surpassing all other mobile games released on these platforms in 2024.

Farlight Games, Lilith Games’ global publishing arm, celebrates the remarkable achievement of this free-to-play fantasy RPG following its launch on PC and mobile earlier this year.

Google Play’s statement highlighted AFK Journey‘s extensive character roster, engaging tactical combat, expansive explorable world, and stunning art style as key factors in its “Best Game of 2024” selection.

The Apple App Store award announcement described AFK Journey as an immersive idle role-playing game, tactical battler, and captivating story, offering an unparalleled gaming experience.

Watch Google Play’s “Best Game of 2024” Award Video Here:

AFK Journey has garnered numerous award nominations and positive critical reception. In addition to the Google and Apple awards, it received a “Mobile Game of the Year” nomination from The Game Awards and a “Game of the Year” nomination from Pocket Gamer. Lilith Games was also nominated for “Best Developer” by Pocket Gamer.

Reviewers praised AFK Journey, describing it as “An enchanting idle RPG” (Pocket Gamer), “… a fantastical delight” (Pocket Tactics), and “remarkable” (GameTyrant). Gaming on Phone called it “a must-play title in the realm of mobile gaming,” while MMORPG noted that “the simplicity and strategy can really pull you in.”

Since its multiplatform release on March 27, 2024, AFK Journey has amassed over sixteen million installations worldwide. It achieved the #1 ranking in Top Free Games in twelve countries and regions on Google Play and eight on the Apple App Store. Players have collectively completed over 4.5 billion AFK stages, consumed over 1 trillion Hero Essence, and exchanged over 182 million chat messages.

To celebrate the Google Play and Apple App Store awards, Farlight Games and Lilith Games are providing players with free in-game items. Upon logging in and reaching the Holistone, players can claim ten units each of Invite Letter, Epic Invite Letter, Rate Up Invite Letter, and Stellar Crystal.

AFK Journey is an overworld fantasy RPG developed by the original AFK Arena team. Its visually captivating art style creates an expansive world of adventure, immersive storytelling, and challenging battles. Players explore the magical world of Esperia, recruiting heroes, confronting powerful enemies, and earning rewards through gameplay and idle mechanics. The game features free-roaming exploration, quests, and continuous updates as a live service title.

AFK Journey Key Features:

• Canvas Art Style Meets Fantasy: Experience a world resembling a living fantasy picture book through its unique “live canvas” art style.
• Unlock And Upgrade By Going AFK: Earn rewards and level up characters while offline.
• Worlds and Wonder On Multiple Screens: Play AFK Journey seamlessly across mobile and PC platforms.
• Master Battlefield Strategies: Utilize a hex battle map to strategically position heroes for diverse combat outcomes.
• Journey With The Heroes Of Esperia: Recruit a wide range of unique heroes, including familiar faces from AFK Arena and new characters.
• Seasonal Updates: Enjoy regular updates and seasonal events, such as The Song of Strife and Waves of Intrigue, providing engaging new content.

For a preview of AFK Journey‘s 2025 plans, view Farlight Games’ latest development blog post at: .

AFK Journey is available for free download on Windows PC and Android and iOS devices via and the .

A comprehensive press kit with screenshots, logos, trailers, and key art is accessible here: .

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About Farlight Games

Based in Singapore, Farlight Games is a game publishing company and the global publishing brand of Lilith Games, a Shanghai-based developer. Farlight Games focuses on delivering localized experiences to players. Following the successful launch of Dislyte in 2022, AFK Journey, released in March 2024, represents a significant milestone for the company.

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