The controversial monster-collecting survival game, Palworld, has achieved a remarkable feat, surpassing 25 million players within a month of its early access launch in January 2024. >>
Developed by Pocketpair, the game garnered significant attention for its unique blend of creature capture, exploration, and, most notably, the ability to use captured creatures in various tasks, including combat. >>
This impressive player base breakdown reveals 15 million players on PC through Steam, where the game is a paid title. The remaining 10 million players hail from the Xbox ecosystem, where Palworld is available as part of Xbox Game Pass. >>
Palworld's success is further highlighted by its performance on Steam, where it achieved a peak concurrent player count exceeding 2.1 million, ranking as the platform's second-highest ever, surpassed only by PUBG. >>
The developer recently announced their continued focus on fixing bugs and combating cheating, aiming to maintain a positive player experience. >>
Whether Palworld can sustain its momentum remains to be seen. However, its initial success and unique blend of gameplay mechanics have undoubtedly captured the attention of a vast audience, making it a game to watch in the coming months. >>
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