ShellShock Live

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Palworld

ShellShock Live is a turn-based action/strategy game with multiplayer modes, released in 2019. Developed by indie studio kChamp Games, it has niche but loyal online communities. As a smaller indie title that's now several years old, active player counts have declined, but the game still supports daily matches for dedicated players across platforms. Its presence on Steam and multiple consoles, as well as active communities, suggest a daily player base in the low thousands.

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.