- Phantom Blade Zero has sold over 4 million copies in just 72 hours since its launch on Steam and PS5.
- The game achieved a peak of 833,921 concurrent players on Steam shortly after its launch.
- Steam's biggest launch of the year so far, Phantom Blade Zero has outperformed other major releases.
- Players on PS5 have rated Phantom Blade Zero higher than critics, with a Metacritic score of 93 on PS5.
- Pre-orders for Phantom Blade Zero opened in August, generating 300,000 Steam sales and $14.5 million in revenue.
Phantom Blade Zero, developed by S-Game, has achieved remarkable success, selling over 4 million copies in just 72 hours since its launch. This makes it Steam's biggest launch of the year, surpassing other major titles. The game attracted over 431,000 concurrent players at launch, peaking at 833,921 concurrent players over the weekend.13
The game's popularity is reflected in its strong user ratings, with Metacritic scores of 93 on PS5 and 88 on PC, while Steam users rated it 89%. In contrast, critics rated it slightly lower, with scores of 87 on PS5 and 88 on PC. Francesco De Meo praised it as “one of the best action RPGs of the generation”, highlighting its fluid combat system and memorable boss fights.
Despite its impressive opening, Phantom Blade Zero has not yet matched the performance of Black Myth: Wukong, which peaked at 2,415,714 concurrent players. However, with strong word-of-mouth and ongoing sales momentum, expectations remain high for continued success. The game is available on both Steam and PlayStation 5, with sales also including the China-exclusive WeGame platform.
Overall, the launch of Phantom Blade Zero marks a significant milestone for S-Game, showcasing their potential in the competitive gaming market.
“The game peaked at 833,921 concurrent players on Steam, placing it in the All-Time Top 10, just above Battlefield 6 and below Baldur's Gate 3. PS5 players gave it 4.71/5 on the PlayStation Store, exceeding the Metacritic score of 93.”
Eurogamer.net
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