Farming Simulator 25 Sets New Series Record with 2 Million Players at Launch
Farming Simulator 25 has achieved a remarkable milestone, attracting over 2 million players across all platforms in its first week of release. This represents a 30% increase compared to Farming Simulator 22's 1.5 million copies in the same timeframe. The game also peaked at 125,000 concurrent players on Steam during launch day.
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Giants Software, the developer, celebrates this as their most successful launch in the series' history, which began in 2008. The franchise has now accumulated over 40 million total sales, cementing its position as a mainstream gaming phenomenon rather than a niche simulator.
While initial Steam reviews were "Mixed," they have since improved to "Mostly Positive." The game introduces new features such as weather systems and ground deformation, though some players note that the technological advancement isn't as significant as hoped. Despite these minor criticisms, the majority of players express satisfaction with the latest installment.
This success demonstrates the growing popularity of simulation games and specifically highlights Farming Simulator's strong community engagement. The series continues to attract both veteran players and newcomers, proving that realistic job simulation games can achieve widespread appeal in the gaming market.