thatgamecompany’s popular social MMO, Sky: Children of the Light, etches its name into the gaming history books by nabbing a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS title. The record-breaking event took place during Gamescom and featured an astounding 10,061 players on a single screen simultaneously, thanks to TGC’s groundbreaking multiplayer technology.
Virtual Concert Powers Record-Breaking Event
A performance by Norwegian singer AURORA fueled the event, captivating nearly 1.3 million concurrent players worldwide. The concerted effort by players globally shattered the previous record for Most Users in a Concert-Themed Virtual World, demonstrating TGC’s proficiency in innovative technology, supported by Amazon Web Services on the back end.
Sky’s Popularity and Community Influence
Sky: Children of the Light has won hearts since its 2019 debut, with its animated landscapes and emotional narratives. The game’s acclaim is evident from its massive player base, recently crossing the 260 million downloads milestone. For the record-setting event at Gamescom, players worldwide and attendees at the Sky booth were treated to a visually stunning virtual journey.
thatgamecompany Credits the Community
Jenova Chen, CEO and creative director of thatgamecompany, tipped his hat to the Sky community for making this record a reality. Chen stated that while TGC may have created the game, it’s the players who have shaped its universe and fueled its success.
Replay the Magic
For those who missed the world-record event or wish to relive the experience, an encore stream will be available on thatgamecompany’s Twitch channel starting at 2:50 p.m. CEST.
Coming Soon: Sky Takes Flight on PC
The GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ achievement serves as a prelude to Sky’s PC expansion. Set for a Q4 release, the game will soon be available for free download on Steam, joining its presence on Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4/5, and mobile devices.
Platforms: Nintendo Switch, Android, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, iOS, Microsoft Windows
