Palworld Sells Over 4 Million Copies and Becomes Second-Most-Played Paid Game on Steam
The highly anticipated game, Palworld, has taken the gaming world by storm just days after its release in Early Access. With an astonishing 4 million copies sold in just three days, the game has also achieved the remarkable feat of becoming the second-most-played paid game in the history of Steam.
At its peak, Palworld recorded an impressive concurrent player base of 1,291,967, placing it just behind the legendary PUBG: Battlegrounds in terms of most concurrent players for a paid game. PUBG’s record of 3,257,248 players was achieved when it was still a premium title, making it the current record holder.
Although Palworld falls short in comparison to free-to-play giants like DOTA 2, Counter-Strike 2, and Lost Ark, its fifth-place ranking among all games on Steam is certainly nothing to scoff at. This achievement puts Palworld ahead of highly anticipated titles such as Cyberpunk 2077, Hogwarts Legacy, Elden Ring, and Baldur’s Gate 3.
These impressive numbers indicate a massive surge in popularity for Palworld, despite accusations of plagiarism and the use of AI in its development. Players have voiced concerns online about similarities between Palworld’s characters and those from Pokemon, but developer Pocket Pair has yet to publicly address these claims.
In light of these record-breaking achievements, many are left wondering what lies ahead for Palworld. Will it continue to break records and dominate the gaming scene? Only time will tell.
To stay updated on all things gaming, keep an eye out for Insider Gaming’s coverage. And if you’re looking for more gaming news, be sure to check out our article on Mountaintop’s exciting new shooter, Spectre. The gaming world is constantly evolving, and we’ll be here to bring you all the latest developments.
Analyst comment
Positive news: Palworld sells over 4 million copies and becomes the second-most-played paid game on Steam. Analyst: With its record-breaking sales and player base, Palworld is positioned to have continued success in the gaming market. However, it will face challenges in addressing plagiarism accusations and concerns about AI use in its development.
