Mortal Online 2

Mortal Online 2 launched into StreamerHouse's view in 2021, peaking at 171 viewers for a hardcore MMORPG that vastly exceeded its predecessor's reach. When early access went live, the game hit 7,500 concurrent players within hours, selling over 110,000 copies and reaching Steam's fourth best-seller spot. StreamerHouse sessions showcased the sequel's ambition—a peak of 9,657 concurrent players obliterated the original Mortal Online's pathetic 1,174 all-time high across six years. Developer Star Vault wasn't prepared for the response, with players facing 36-hour login queues during catastrophic launch week server meltdowns. The game offered full-loot PvP in a fantasy sandbox where death meant consequences, attracting masochists who thrived on risk. After 40,000 beta testers shaped development, the live product delivered brutal medieval combat with extensive skill and crafting systems. By 2025, the population settled around 1,500 daily players—a niche community compared to launch hype, but sustainable for a hardcore MMORPG where most players quit after experiencing true permadeath penalties.