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People don't understand Steam player numbers, Palworld lead says: "Poor Marathon and stuff are getting dragged through the mud ... I'm sure our day's coming"
John Buckley, publishing lead at Pocketpair, believes that the focus on Steam player numbers as a sole metric for game success is misleading. He argues that player falloff is normal and that concurrent user counts don't tell the whole story, especially for multiplatform games. Buckley suggests that Daily Active Users (DAU) would be a more informative metric for understanding a game's actual player base.
Marathon’s PvE Vault Breaker Mode Takes Rogue-Lite Approach, As Player Numbers Struggle
Bungie is introducing a new PvE mode called Vault Breaker to Marathon on July 21st, featuring rogue-lite progression elements. This mode aims to re-engage players amidst low player counts and recent layoffs, offering rewards like Deluxe and Prestige Weapons through a tiered data system. The success of this update in reviving interest remains to be seen.
Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Rebirth Sales Seemingly Spike After Revelation Reveal
Player numbers for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth have seen a significant spike on Steam, reaching their highest point since launch. This surge is attributed to the recent reveal of Final Fantasy 7 Revelation and timely discounts, suggesting renewed interest in the series ahead of the final chapter's release.
Engagement Ring
Player numbers for Path of Exile 2 are surging, according to Eurogamer.net. Grinding Gear Games has assured players that Path of Exile 1 will not be neglected amidst the success of its sequel.
Bungie Under Fire: Are Marathon Player Numbers Being Hidden After Launch? | Invision Game Community
Bungie is facing community backlash regarding the launch of its multiplayer extraction shooter, Marathon, with accusations of hiding player numbers. The article clarifies that discussions about player counts are being moderated on Reddit and that player data remains publicly accessible via platforms like SteamDB. A separate incident involving a chat filter censoring a competing game's name was also addressed.
Last Flag Ending New Content Updates Amid Low Player Numbers
Night Street Games' third-person shooter Last Flag will not receive new content beyond its planned updates due to low player numbers. The developers are shifting focus to replayability and community support, with new content including a character, map, mode, cosmetics, leaderboards, and custom rulesets. The game, which launched on April 14, has struggled to attract a significant player base despite positive reviews.
Engagement Ring
Marathon's launch player numbers on PC are approximately half of those seen during the Server Slam event. This indicates a lower initial engagement for the game compared to its previous beta test.