One Controller, Hundreds of Spectators: Inside This Free Ste…
It shows players are hungry for experimental, social formats where watching and chatting are as much a part of the game as playing.
It shows players are hungry for experimental, social formats where watching and chatting are as much a part of the game as playing.
Key points - A free Steam platformer allows only one person to play at a time while others watch. - 540 players have taken part in the game over a 17-day period. - Those players sent a combined 85,000 chat messages during that time. - The game is a platformer and is available for free on Steam.
Timeline - Over a 17-day period: 540 players cycle through the single-player slot while others spectate. - During those 17 days: The community sends 85,000 chat messages in total.
FAQ
Q: Is the game really free? A: Yes, it's a free platformer available on Steam, so jumping in to watch or wait your turn costs nothing.
Q: How many people can play at once? A: Only one person plays at a time. Everyone else watches and chats while waiting for their turn.
Q: How popular has it been so far? A: In 17 days, 540 players have taken part and sent 85,000 chat messages combined.
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