What is the story about?
What's Happening?
A group of Valve superfans, including the fansite LambdaGeneration and major Valve YouTubers Noclick and Radiation Hazard, are organizing an event called #RememberPortal. The goal is to increase the concurrent player count for the game Portal on Steam. Historically, Portal's record for concurrent players stands at 3,370, a figure from before Steam kept accurate records. However, SteamDB lists a higher number of 20,672, which occurred during Steam's rollout on Mac when Portal was offered for free. The event aims to surpass these numbers, following previous successful record-breaking attempts for other Valve games like Half-Life 2.
Why It's Important?
This event highlights the enduring popularity and community engagement surrounding Valve's games. Breaking the concurrent player record for Portal could increase visibility and interest in the game, potentially leading to increased sales and engagement. It also demonstrates the power of fan communities in organizing large-scale events that can impact gaming statistics and records. The event could further solidify Portal's status as a classic in the gaming world, encouraging new players to experience the game.
What's Next?
The event is scheduled to begin at 15:00 GMT, with a live player count available on the official website. Participants can earn a special achievement by sharing Portal fan art and setups. If successful, this could lead to more organized events by the Valve community, potentially targeting other games for record-breaking attempts. The gaming community and Valve may respond with increased support or recognition for these fan-driven initiatives.
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