Off The Grid, the popular shooter game, is gearing up for its Steam release after eight months of being available in early access on the Epic Games Store. With its upcoming launch on Steam, players on PC will soon have another platform to enjoy the game on.
According to Delphi Ventures Founding Partner Piers Kicks, the release on Steam is expected to happen in the last week of June. This news comes as the game continues to perform well on Epic’s platform, maintaining a player rating of 3.9 out of 5 and consistently attracting over 10,000 new players daily since its launch.
While Off The Grid has seen success in terms of player numbers, it lags behind other non-crypto shooter games in terms of viewership on platforms like Twitch. With fewer total hours watched and lower average viewer counts compared to games like Counter-Strike and Apex Legends, Off The Grid currently ranks as the 157th most-watched game on Twitch in the past month.
One aspect of Off The Grid that sets it apart from other games is its integration of crypto elements. The number of crypto wallets engaging with the game has seen significant growth since its public launch, indicating a growing interest in the game’s blockchain features.
In terms of player retention, Gunzilla Games’ Web3 director Theodore Agranat shared a snapshot of one player’s experience with the game. The player tracked new accounts to see how many were still active three weeks later, revealing that a significant portion of accounts remained active after this period.
Player retention is a key metric for the success of any game, and industry standards vary on what constitutes a good retention rate. With the gaming industry becoming increasingly competitive, developers are focusing more on retaining players to ensure the longevity of their games.
As Off The Grid prepares for its Steam release, players can look forward to experiencing the game on a new platform and continuing to explore its unique blend of shooter gameplay and crypto integration. Subscribe to The Drop newsletter to stay updated on the latest news and developments in the gaming world.