The martial arts MMO Absolver recorded considerable success at launch. According to publisher Devolver Digital, Absolver is even their biggest launch hit to date.
Absolver is a martial arts MMO that takes place in an open world. In Absolver, you take on the role of a masked aspirant, venturing into an open world to battle other players. The goal is to become one of the legendary Absolvers, a member of a mysterious elite group.
Absolver launched on August 29 for PC and PS4. This launch was a complete success for the studio Sloclap and the indie publisher Devolver Digital.
Absolver – Most Successful Launch by Publisher Devolver Digital
For publisher Devolver Digital, the launch of Absolver is even the most successful game launch to date. Devolver Digital has already released several hits, including the whimsical top-down shooter “Hotline Miami” and the highly praised “Talos Principle.”
According to a Devolver Digital employee, Absolver represents a new milestone in both revenue and concurrent players. Over 30,000 players are said to have been online concurrently during the launch period, battling each other.
Due to the large influx, there were reportedly even technical issues. However, the developers at Sloclap are already working on solutions.
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