Veloren VS Escape from Tarkov

Veloren is a free, open-source voxel-based action RPG with MMO-like elements such as a persistent world and multiplayer features. Since its release in 2018 and being community-developed and not driven by a major publisher, it has a niche but dedicated player base, likely peaking at a few hundred players daily. This is typical for indie open-source MMOs that have not reached mainstream popularity.

Escape from Tarkov is a hardcore survival shooter launched in 2017 that is developed and published by Battlestate Games. While the game saw significant popularity during its peak years and remains popular among hardcore shooter fans and streamers, its player base has gradually declined as the genre matured and competition increased, though major wipes and updates can temporarily spike player counts. It now maintains a steady, loyal daily base likely in the 40,000–80,000 range, averaging around 60,000 daily players based on industry trends and recent visibility.