NetEase's post-apocalyptic survival game, Once Human, achieved a remarkable 230,000 peak concurrent players on Steam upon its PC debut, securing a top 7 spot in sales and a top 5 position in most-played games. This initial success, however, hints at a potential player decline shortly after launch.

The game, slated for a mobile release in September, has already announced exciting upcoming updates. These include a PvP mode pitting the Mayflies and Rosetta factions against each other, and a new PvE zone in a northern mountain region, introducing fresh challenges and enemies. Once Human, set in a world ravaged by a catastrophic event leading to supernatural occurrences, is a highly anticipated title from NetEase.

Despite its apparent readiness, NetEase surprisingly delayed the mobile launch, maintaining a September release window. Nevertheless, the game maintains its impressive ranking on Steam's sales and most-played charts.

Cause for Concern? The use of "peak" player count (230,000) is crucial. This suggests the average player count may be significantly lower, and an immediate drop from the peak could be a warning sign for NetEase, especially considering the game's initial Steam wishlist count fell short of 300,000.

While NetEase is a mobile gaming giant, its shift towards the PC market is ambitious. Although Once Human boasts impressive graphics and gameplay, a rapid shift in primary audience might prove challenging.

The mobile release of Once Human remains highly anticipated, regardless of the delay. In the meantime, explore our curated lists of the best and most anticipated mobile games of 2024 to discover other compelling titles!