Escape From Duckov: Tarkov Parody Quacks Up Steam with 500,000 Sales

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Escape From Duckov: Tarkov Parody Quacks Up Steam with 500,000 Sales

Escape from Duckov has emerged as a surprising success on Steam, achieving over 500,000 sales shortly after its release. This parody of the popular extraction shooter Escape from Tarkov has garnered significant attention, peaking at 173,394 concurrent players over the weekend.

Record-Breaking Popularity

The game now ranks as the sixth most-played title on Steam, coming in behind major contenders like Delta Force, Battlefield 6, PUBG, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike 2. Developed by Team Soda, Escape from Duckov invites players to scavenge for resources and upgrade their gear in a PVE top-down looter-shooter environment.

Game Features

Scavenge resources to build your hideout.
Upgrade gear to enhance survival chances.
Face hostile ducks in various challenges.

With its launch on October 16, the game quickly attracted a dedicated user base. The Steam user review rating is currently ‘Overwhelmingly Positive,’ indicating enthusiastic player feedback.

Developer’s Response

The development team expressed their excitement, stating, “At this moment, the entire dev team is quacking with joy and flapping our wings in excitement!” This enthusiasm reflects the game’s rapid acceptance in a market filled with extraction shooters.

Upcoming Competitors

As excitement builds, Escape from Tarkov is set to launch on November 15. It remains to be seen if it can surpass Escape from Duckov’s concurrent player peak. Additionally, a console version of Duckov is also in development, hinting at its potential for future growth.

Current Trends in Extraction Shooters

The rise of titles like Escape from Duckov suggests a growing trend in the extraction shooter genre. Another game, Arc Raiders, recently recorded significant concurrent players during its playtest. This positive momentum bodes well for its late October release.

As the gaming landscape evolves, the competition among extraction shooters will intensify, captivating players eager for new experiences on platforms like Steam.