Valheim, the survival game developed by Iron Gate Studios, will not be released on any platform other than Xbox for the time being. Jonathan Smårs, the lead developer of the studio, confirmed this in an Xbox Expansion Pass Podcast. However, Smås also said that you never know what the future holds. Originally released for PC, the game became a hit thanks to its innovative gameplay and unique graphics. Within a month of its release, over 5 million copies were sold. Valheim was announced for the PC Game Pass in 2022 and will now also be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass. We have all the important details for you.
Valheim on Xbox: No plans for other platforms
Jonathan Smårs confirmed in the Xbox Expansion Pass Podcast that there are currently no plans to release Valheim on platforms other than Xbox. However, he did not rule out the possibility for the future. Whether it's PlayStation or Nintendo Switch, it is not impossible that Valheim will also be available on other consoles in the future.
Success story Valheim
Valheim was introduced to Steam Early Access in February 2021 and was a surprise success within a few weeks. The game captured the hearts of players around the world due to its unique gameplay, fascinating world, and enchanting graphics. Within just one month, over 5 million copies were sold. The game was praised by critics and players alike and is already a classic in the survival genre. According to IGN, Valheim is already a "paradigm of the survival genre".
Valheim on Xbox: Available from November 16th
Valheim will be available on Xbox from November 16th. The game will be available on Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox Game Pass. Publisher Coffee Stain has collaborated with Microsoft to bring the game to the platform. Although the game is currently not planned for PlayStation or Switch, this could change in the future. However, the development team has not yet commented on this.
Valheim on Xbox Game Pass
Valheim will also be available on Xbox Game Pass. This is a significant step for the game, as it will allow millions of players to play the game at an affordable price. Valheim will be one of the most played games on Xbox Game Pass. Players can look forward to a unique gaming experience characterized by beautiful graphics, innovative gameplay, and an engaging world.
Jonathan Smårs on the Xbox Expansion Pass Podcast
In the podcast, Jonathan Smårs revealed further details about the upcoming release on Xbox. The game will run at 60 fps on Xbox Series X and 30 fps on Xbox One. There will also be no exclusive Xbox content. However, the Xbox version will include all previously released content from the PC game.
