Phantom Blade Zero's Pre-Launch Sales Signal a Major Win for…
The strong pre-release sales, especially in China, indicate a growing appetite for Wuxia action RPGs and could encourage more investment in the genre. It also positions Phantom Blade Zero as a major p…
The strong pre-release sales, especially in China, indicate a growing appetite for Wuxia action RPGs and could encourage more investment in the genre. It also positions Phantom Blade Zero as a major p…
Key points - Alinea Analytics estimates Phantom Blade Zero has sold 850,000 copies on Steam and PS5 before release. - Total sales likely exceed 1 million when including Tencent and WeGame, according to analyst Rhys Elliott. - 62.5% of copies sold so far are in China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong, accounting for 75.9% of Steam sales. - The game releases in under 24 hours and has one of the best Metacritic scores of the year. - Developers recommend 300GB of free hard drive space for installation.
Timeline - Earlier this week: Review embargo lifts, leading to 80,000 additional copies sold. - Tomorrow: Phantom Blade Zero officially releases. - In a few weeks: GTA 6 launches, potentially impacting sales momentum.
FAQ
Q: When does Phantom Blade Zero release? A: Phantom Blade Zero is set to release in under 24 hours from the time of the analyst's newsletter.
Q: How many copies has Phantom Blade Zero sold so far? A: Estimates suggest 850,000 copies sold on Steam and PS5, with total sales likely well past 1 million including Tencent and WeGame.
Q: How much hard drive space do I need for Phantom Blade Zero? A: The developers suggest having 300GB free for the install process.
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