Once Human Surpasses 230K Peak Players

NetEase's post-apocalyptic survival game, Once Human, launched on PC with a peak concurrent player count of 230,000 on Steam, achieving seventh place in top sellers and fifth in most-played games. While impressive, this initial success might be tempered by a potential player drop-off. The game, also slated for mobile release in September, has already announced upcoming updates.

These updates include a PvP mode pitting the Mayflies and Rosetta factions against each other, and a new PvE area in a northern mountain region featuring fresh enemies and challenges. Set in a world ravaged by a catastrophic event with supernatural elements, Once Human is a highly anticipated title from NetEase.

Despite its seemingly successful PC launch, NetEase has surprisingly delayed the mobile release, still aiming for a September launch. However, its strong initial PC performance, including its ranking among top sellers and most-played games, remains a positive indicator.

A Cautious Outlook? The 230,000 player peak needs further context. This figure represents the highest concurrent player count, not the average. A significant drop from this peak shortly after launch could be concerning, especially considering the game's initial Steam wishlist count of over 300,000.

NetEase, known primarily for mobile games, is clearly making a concerted effort to expand into the PC market. While Once Human boasts impressive visuals and gameplay, a rapid shift in their core audience might prove challenging.

The mobile release of Once Human, whenever it arrives, is eagerly awaited. In the meantime, explore our list of the best mobile games of 2024 (so far) or check out our most anticipated mobile games of the year for other exciting options.