PixArk

VS

Monster Hunter Rise

PixArk is a voxel-based survival game released in 2018 by Snail Games. It is a spin-off of ARK: Survival Evolved with co-op and multiplayer features, but lacks the persistent large-scale world typical of MMOs. The game saw moderate initial interest but has a very modest player base today, as most survival games experience sharp population declines after several years unless they have strong ongoing support or a dedicated community.

Monster Hunter Rise is a major action RPG by Capcom, released in 2021 for Switch/PC. Its playerbase peaked in its first year, with strong support for about 2 years due to expansions and seasonal content. As of mid-2024, population has declined but remains active, likely with around 20,000-30,000 daily players across all platforms due to ongoing appeal, co-op gameplay, and Capcom's franchise reputation.