Katarzyna Petru
One million copies sold in six days. Sounds like the success of a big AAA hit? This time, not quite. It's the achievement of the independent studio Landfall Games, which managed to ignite the imagination of players worldwide with a game… for less than four pounds.
“Peak” – a climb full of chaos and laughter
The game, which at first glance looks like a small toy created for a few friends, has turned out to be one of the biggest viral hits of this summer. “Peak” is a cooperative adventure for up to four players, in which we collectively try to climb a mountain peak, facing physics, obstacles, and – above all – coordination (or rather the lack thereof).
If you’ve played “Human: Fall Flat” or “Totally Reliable Delivery Service”, the vibe of “Peak” will not be foreign to you. Here, cooperation matters, but just as often – getting in each other’s way. Everything is set in a pastel, minimalist design, which instead of distracting attention, focuses it on the most important thing: the interaction between players.
One million copies in six days. How is this possible?
The answer is simple: low-threshold, fun, cheap, and perfect for streaming. Upon release, the game cost just £3.96 on Steam (during a promotion), and its standard price is £6.39. That's less than a pint of beer in a London pub – yet it provides hours of laughter and frustration.
The developers from Landfall Games celebrated the milestone rather modestly. They simply posted on social media an image with the caption: "Peak". A minimalism that perfectly reflects the style of the game itself.
Ideal Game for Summer
“Peak” does not attempt to be anything more than it is. It is a light, at times absurd production perfect for shared evenings – whether locally or online. There’s no need to explain the rules, you don’t have to know the lore, and there are no cutscenes or crafting mechanics. Simply put – you run, climb, laugh, and try not to fall into the abyss.
It's a bit like a party board game, but in digital form and with a greater dose of chaos.
Is it worth it?
If you're looking for something that:
lightens the atmosphere,
is perfect for a party or stream,
doesn't cost a fortune,
then yes – “Peak” is exactly what you need. In a world where games are increasingly becoming huge, overwhelming projects lasting dozens of hours, this title proves that simplicity still sells. Especially if it provides pure enjoyment.
