Yesterday marked an impressive milestone for Palworld as it swiftly surpassed one million copies sold during its early access debut on both Steam and Xbox Series X/S. Surpassing all expectations, the game has now exceeded two million in sales just hours after its initial release.
Pocketpair, the developer behind the game, took to social media today to announce this remarkable achievement for their “Pokémon with guns” survival game, which officially entered early access on January 19th.
Expressing gratitude to the players, the development team shared the exciting news on X/Twitter, acknowledging the support that has fueled Palworld’s rapid success.
Palworld’s popularity extends beyond mere sales figures, as it has been shattering concurrent player records. This morning, the game claimed the eleventh spot on Steam’s list of most concurrent players, reaching an all-time peak of 663,320 players on Steam alone. Currently holding the tenth position with an impressive 821,606 concurrent players, Palworld has outperformed major titles like Apex Legends, the viral sensation Among Us, and Valheim in terms of all-time peak player numbers.
In response to the overwhelming demand, the development team shared on social media that Palworld encountered a significant challenge when it exceeded 700,000 concurrent players. This prompted an “emergency meeting” with Epic Games to implement an update to the Epic Games backend, ensuring a smoother experience for players.
Reflecting on the game’s strengths, a review by Zoe described Palworld as a “fantastic base builder, base defense, and collection game.” The video review emphasized that while the game may not be flawless, its captivating gameplay elements overshadow any imperfections, providing an enjoyable experience for players who appreciate the unique combination of elements within Palworld. You can watch the detailed video review above for more insights.
