Tencent Holdings Ltd.’s revenue rose 8% after the summer release of Dungeon & Fighter Mobile helped China’s most valuable company resist a severe economic downturn.

Tencent on Wednesday reported quarterly profit well above analysts’ expectations, amid strength in its gaming business. Revenue grew by 8%, but nevertheless came just under an analyst forecast. The company also noted it was starting to see benefits from artificial intelligence.

China’s Tencent increased net profits by 47% in the quarter to September, driven by both its domestic and international games businesses.