Palworld VS Monster Hunter Rise

Palworld, released in late 2023 by Pocketpair, initially saw explosive popularity on Steam and streaming platforms, especially in its first few months. As of mid-2024, player numbers have stabilized but remain high for an indie survival open-world game due to continuous updates and strong community interest. However, its player base has declined from its launch peak. The game features multiplayer but does not provide a persistent world or live interaction on an MMO scale, so it is not considered a true MMO.

Monster Hunter Rise, released in 2021 by Capcom, is a popular action RPG in the Monster Hunter series. It still maintains a sizable player base due to ongoing support, expansions (like Sunbreak), and a strong community, especially in Asia. However, as it's now over two years old, daily active players have declined from launch peaks. It is not an MMO, as multiplayer sessions are instanced and do not feature a persistent world.