In recent developments, a popular free-to-play MMORPG has garnered significant attention following its launch. The game, having been in development for several years, has quickly attracted a vast player base, marking a noteworthy milestone within the gaming community.
Throne and Liberty, created by NCSoft and brought to life by Amazon Games, opened its virtual doors on October 1. Designed to offer an expansive world for both Player vs. Environment and Player vs. Player interactions, it has quickly captivated fans. With over three million players joining in just one week, it has established itself as a prominent title within the genre.
The game reached a staggering peak of 336,300 concurrent players on Steam, placing it among Valve's most-played games at the moment. Players have collectively invested 24 million hours into Throne and Liberty, while Twitch has recorded over 11 million hours of gameplay being streamed, showcasing its growing popularity.
A representative from Amazon expressed enthusiasm about the collaboration with NCSoft in launching this title. They emphasized that there are numerous updates on the horizon, including an eagerly awaited first castle siege.
Despite its success, Throne and Liberty has received a mixed bag of reviews from players on Steam, with some complaints centering around server problems and common monetization practices found in free-to-play titles. Feedback from beta testers has highlighted that while the experience is enjoyable, the game tries to differentiate itself from competitors in the market.
For Amazon Games, the triumph of Throne and Liberty adds to their portfolio as they simultaneously develop their own MMORPG, New World, alongside publishing Lost Ark. The company is also navigating upcoming projects, including the next installment of Tomb Raider and a MMORPG set in The Lord of the Rings universe, both of which are still in development stages.
As the world of gaming changes, it is important to be seen how Throne and Liberty will maintain its momentum and address player feedback, but the initial response has certainly set the stage for further growth and engagement.