Mewgenics, the newest game by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, launched yesterday and made a big splash. In just six hours, it sold over 150,000 copies and topped Steam’s sales chart.
According to Glaiel in an interview with IGN, this release is already breaking records compared to their earlier game, The Binding of Isaac. McMillen noted that The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth sold 40,000 copies on its first day while Mewgenics surpassed that number significantly. He remarked, “Isn’t that kind of insane?” The original Binding of Isaac sold over 700,000 copies in under a year, and Mewgenics looks poised to beat that.
Since its release, Mewgenics hit a peak player count of 65,962 on Steam. Impressively, it even outperformed the recent relaunch of Overwatch, a game that has also seen a resurgence in players.
Mewgenics stands out as a tactical rogue-like featuring cats. Eurogamer recently praised the game, emphasizing its rich soundtrack and the vast gameplay experience it offers. Christian Donland noted, “The core of Mewgenics may be simple and familiar, but the game that unfolds is huge.” After several hours of play, he found it deeply engaging.
To celebrate the launch, McMillen and Glaiel enjoyed a custom cake — a vanilla cake with chocolate bits, as shared by a PR spokesperson. Fans on social media have been buzzing about the game, showing enthusiasm and sharing their gameplay experiences.
Overall, Mewgenics has resonated well with players and critics alike, setting the stage for an exciting future. For more detailed insights, you can explore the game’s performance stats on SteamDB.
