Overview
- Pearl Abyss said the open-world RPG sold 3 million copies in under a week as Steam reviews moved from Mixed to Very Positive.
- The company’s stock rose about 27.76% after the sales update, clawing back part of last week’s near-30% drop that followed middling launch reviews.
- A sizable update this week targeted launch complaints with specific changes, including new keyboard shortcuts and Private Storage at Howling Hill Camp.
- The studio pledged ongoing improvements based on feedback, which addresses player pain points such as stiff controls and confusing quest flow noted by reviewers.
- Eurogamer highlighted the investor rebound, while PC Gamer focused on players warming to the game’s dense, eccentric design even as usability gripes persist.