Mewgenics Breaks Out: Sells 150,000 Copies on Steam in Six Hours
Mewgenics, the latest offering from developers Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, has made a remarkable debut. Within just six hours of its launch, the game sold 150,000 copies, quickly recouping its development costs and securing a top position on Steam’s sales list.
Mewgenics Launch Metrics
According to statements from Glaiel to IGN, Mewgenics has achieved greater sales on its opening day than any of the expansions for their previous hit, The Binding of Isaac. Specifically, Mewgenics sold 152,000 copies in its first five hours, significantly surpassing the 40,000 copies of The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth sold on its launch day.
Comparison with Previous Titles
- Mewgenics: 150,000 copies sold in six hours
- The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth: 40,000 copies sold on launch day
- The Original Binding of Isaac: 700,000 copies sold in less than a year
McMillen expressed amazement at the rapid sales, stating, “Isn’t that kind of insane?” The original Binding of Isaac sold over 700,000 copies in under a year, a figure Mewgenics is likely to surpass soon.
Gameplay Experience
Since its launch, Mewgenics reached a peak of 65,962 concurrent players on Steam, outpacing even newer releases like Overwatch. The game is described as a tactical Rogue-like centered around cats.
Eurogamer previously previewed Mewgenics, praising its engaging gameplay. Critic Christian Donland commended its extensive depth, stating, “the core of Mewgenics may be simple and familiar, but the game that unfolds across all these runs is huge.” He highlighted the exceptional soundtrack filled with original songs.
Celebrating Success
In celebration of the game’s successful launch, McMillen and Glaiel shared a custom Mewgenics cake, commemorating their achievement.
Mewgenics’ impressive sales figures reflect not just a strong launch but also anticipation from fans of the developers. As the game continues to garner attention, it remains a noteworthy title in the indie gaming landscape.
