Palworld Crosses 25 Million Copies Sold

The past week on Steam has been packed with strong sales across both major franchises and indie titles. Dying Light: The Beast debuted to more than one million copies sold, Palworld crossed an impressive 25 million lifetime sales, and Hades II continued to build momentum in early access ahead of its full release. Data from Rhys Elliott of Alinea Analytics.

Palworld Crosses 25 Million Copies Sold

Palworld has surpassed 25 million copies sold across platforms, solidifying its position as one of the year’s biggest success stories. The announcement came alongside the reveal of Palworld: Palfarm, a farming simulation spinoff that draws inspiration from life-sim favorites such as Animal Crossing and Stardew Valley.

To support these milestones, analytics platform Alinea introduced new features allowing for direct comparisons between its own estimates and official publisher-released numbers. The update highlights a focus on transparency, providing clearer insights into how games perform over time.

Steam Sales Report September 2025

Dying Light: The Beast Off to a Strong Start

Techland’s Dying Light: The Beast launched on September 18 and immediately topped the Steam charts. Estimates show the standalone expansion has already sold more than one million copies on Valve’s platform, and more than 1.5 million across all platforms combined. The expansion builds on the series’ core elements of parkour-driven exploration and first-person combat, which have helped retain a dedicated fanbase.

Data shows that more than 80 percent of The Beast’s early players had previously played the original Dying Light, while nearly 77 percent had played Dying Light 2. Elsewhere, Borderlands 4 ranked second on Steam last week with over 300,000 sales, while Silksong followed in third with more than 250,000 copies sold.

Steam Sales Report September 2025

Indie Games Continue to Make an Impact

Indie titles also performed strongly during the same period, further demonstrating the role smaller studios play in the PC market. Co-op climbing game PEAK sold more than 150,000 copies last week, pushing its lifetime total above 12 million. Horror visual novel No, I’m Not Human debuted with over 200,000 sales, including a significant share from Russia, where the developer Trioskaz is based.

Meanwhile, Shape of Dreams, a co-op roguelite with MOBA-inspired mechanics, sold another 150,000 copies, raising its lifetime sales to nearly 400,000. The original Hades also enjoyed renewed interest. Supergiant Games celebrated the title’s fifth anniversary by discounting it by 75 percent and reintroducing it to Xbox Game Pass. As a result, the roguelite sold more than 150,000 copies in a single week and pushed its total Steam sales past 9 million.

Steam Sales Report September 2025

Hades II Builds Toward Full Release

Supergiant Games is preparing to launch Hades II in full on September 25, but the sequel has already sold over 2 million copies in early access since May 2024. Revenue estimates put the game at more than $50 million ahead of its 1.0 release.

The studio has taken an active approach to development by incorporating player feedback through Discord and early-access updates. Three major content expansions have already been released, each sparking noticeable increases in daily active users.

With the full launch days away, analysts expect Hades II to break its current record of 104,000 concurrent players on Steam. Returning early adopters, fans waiting for the complete version, and visibility on storefronts are all expected to fuel a surge in player numbers.

Steam Sales Report September 2025

Community Engagement Driving Growth

Recent success stories highlight how community-driven development can help games stand out in a crowded market. Titles like Shape of Dreams and Silksong have gained traction by involving players in ongoing development, which has strengthened long-term engagement.

With the upcoming release of Hades II and the continued success of independent projects, community involvement remains a key factor in shaping how games perform in today’s industry.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Palworld’s current sales milestone?

Palworld has sold more than 25 million copies worldwide, making it one of the year’s top-selling games.

How many copies has Dying Light: The Beast sold?

The expansion has sold over 1 million copies on Steam and more than 1.5 million across all platforms.

Is Hades still selling well?

Yes. The original Hades recently surpassed 9 million lifetime Steam sales, boosted by a discount and Game Pass availability.

How many copies has Hades II sold in early access?

Since its early access release in May 2024, Hades II has sold more than 2 million copies, generating revenues of over $50 million.

When does Hades II release in full?

Hades II will officially launch on September 25, 2025.

What role does community involvement play in indie game success?

Community-driven development has been a major factor in the success of games such as Shape of Dreams and Silksong, helping them build dedicated audiences in a competitive market.

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