Described as “Pokemon with guns,” the open-world survival game “Palworld” by Pocketpair has garnered notable attention with its early access launch. The title has swiftly amassed a significant player base, demonstrating a strong debut in the gaming market.
Rapid Surge in Player Count
Data from SteamDB highlights “Palworld’s” impressive performance, showcasing over half a million concurrent players, a figure that has propelled the game to the 12th spot among the all-time highest concurrent player counts on Steam. This feat places “Palworld” above renowned titles including “Call of Duty” and “Grand Theft Auto V.”
Impressive Sales Milestone
Furthermore, Pocketpair announced that “Palworld” hit the one million copies sold milestone within just eight hours of its release, signifying a successful commercial reception for the game’s early access phase.
Reflecting on the game’s current state, a review gave “Palworld” a commendable score of 7 out of 10. The review praised the game’s vast and unrestricted world, along with its enchanting yet somber tone. However, it also noted areas for improvement in combat and survival crafting mechanisms.
“Palworld” is available for PC and Xbox Series X/S players in early access, with future updates expected to enhance various aspects of the game, including PvP, building, trading, and raid bosses.
