In the current landscape of video games, there is no guarantee that you’ll be able to stand out or succeed upon release, even as a AAA title. Just like a lot of things in life though, games and their revenue models can now prosper in the long-term, committing to the “it’s a marathon, not a sprint” philosophy.
Here are six games that did even better after their initial release.
Games That Did Even Better After Their Initial Release
Fortnite
Fornite started out as an early access title that merged the concept of building with tower defense and shooting mechanics. Also, while you could play with friends, the focus was entirely PvE, as you worked together to fight off hordes of enemies.
The introduction of PvP is where Epic Games struck gold, fundamentally changing the layout of the game along with it. With a little inspiration from PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds’ success, Fortnite added a new mode alongside its single-player, titled Fortnite Battle Royale.
Fortnite Battle Royale was far more accessible than other games in the genre since it was free-to-play and rounds were also much quicker, allowing players to load and get in multiple matches in quick succession.
But Fortnite’s huge turnaround wasn’t simply something that happened because it now featured a Battle Royale mode. Instead, its continued post-release success was largely thanks to consistent updates to the game keeping things fresh.
Few free-to-play games put in the amount of effort Epic does when it comes to extra content in Fortnite. Be it customization, new dance emotes, or pop culture-themed events, this game’s comeback and continued rise comes from its ability to adapt.
