New Xbox Game is Flopping on Steam Despite Great Reviews

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Microsoft’s Double Fine Productions recently released Keeper, a unique exploration game, but it’s off to a slow start. Just one day after launching on Steam, fewer than 200 people are currently playing. While critics generally like the game, praising its beautiful graphics and imaginative world, it hasn’t yet attracted a large player base.

In *Keeper*, you play as a living lighthouse, accompanied by a charming bird, and explore a colorful world after a disaster. Reviewers have especially liked the unique relationship between the lighthouse and the bird, and the subtle, underlying story of the game. However, *Keeper*’s unusual gameplay might not appeal to everyone, and initial player interest hasn’t been as high as anticipated.

Keeper Steam Player Counts

Data from SteamDB shows that *Keeper* has only reached a maximum of 191 concurrent players on Steam so far. Given that Xbox Game Studios published the game directly, this low number is raising concerns among players, especially considering the positive reviews. Some believe that recently released games like *Ghost of Yotei* and *Battlefield 6* may have taken attention away from *Keeper*, which is a more low-key, relaxing experience. Others suggest that Xbox could have done more to promote the game and attract more players.

Games often labeled as “walking simulators” don’t always attract a large audience, though titles like *What Remains of Edith Finch* and *The Stanley Parable* have become well-known for their moving stories and quirky humor. While a game’s popularity isn’t everything, it can significantly affect whether its creators will be able to make future games, and if publishers will take risks on similar projects. It’s unclear if the generally positive, but limited, reviews for *Keeper* will generate enough buzz to help the game find a wider audience, but some fans are hoping for increased support for this hidden gem.

With so many games coming out in 2025, some developers have pushed their releases to 2026. Many titles are getting overlooked amidst the constant stream of new launches. While Keeper has some appealing qualities and a dedicated fanbase, it hasn’t gained much traction so far, though it’s still possible that could change.

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2025-10-19 00:06