Hordes.io

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Enlisted: Reinforced

Hordes.io is a browser-based fantasy open-world RPG with persistent elements. It launched several years ago and maintains a niche, active player base due to easy access, simple graphics, and regular community engagement. However, its scale and marketing are limited compared to mainstream MMORPGs. Its daily player count is estimated at a few thousand, typical for small browser MMOs with a dedicated audience but low mainstream reach.

Enlisted: Reinforced is a relaunch/major update to 'Enlisted,' a squad-based WW2 shooter by Darkflow Software, historically published by Gaijin Entertainment. The core game has maintained a modest but dedicated playerbase, buoyed by frequent updates and free-to-play access. The 'Reinforced' update/launch (mid-2024) likely gives a boost, especially in its initial weeks, but third-party stats and genre trends suggest daily active players around 40,000–50,000, down from its peak surges. Not a traditional MMO (lobby-based large matches rather than persistent world).