Far Far West Co-op Shooter Sells 1 Million Units in Early Access
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The sci-fi fantasy co-op shooter Far Far West has sold over 1 million units on Steam while still in early access. Its publisher, Fireshine Games, has clarified its stance against using generative AI for core game creation. The game's success comes despite not being a live-service offering.
Facts First
- Far Far West has sold over 1 million units on Steam.
- The game is still in early access and launched on April 28.
- Fireshine Games, the publisher, does not work with partners relying on generative AI for core game creation, according to CEO Brian Foote.
- The game is not a live-service offering, which may be notable given its sales success.
- The developer of the game is Evil Raptor.
What Happened
Far Far West, a sci-fi fantasy co-op shooter developed by Evil Raptor and published by Fireshine Games, has sold over 1 million units on Steam. The game launched in early access on April 28 and has achieved this milestone without being a live-service game. In a related development, Fireshine Games CEO Brian Foote stated the company does not work with partners that rely on generative AI or generative art for core game creation, though he clarified that tools like code completion or Copilot in Word are viewed as different scenarios.
Why this Matters to You
If you are a gamer, this signals strong player interest in a new, non-live-service co-op title, which could encourage more developers to explore similar release models. For those concerned about the use of generative AI in game development, Fireshine Games' stated policy may offer reassurance about the creative process behind some titles you play. The game's early access success suggests a polished core experience that might be worth your attention.
What's Next
The game will likely continue its early access development, with the developer potentially using player feedback to shape its final release. Other publishers, such as Hooded Horse, which has an open stance on generative AI, may continue to pursue different creative policies, leading to a varied landscape of development approaches in the industry.