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FARMING SIMULATOR 22 RECAP: RECORD-BREAKING 1.6 BILLION DOWNLOADS FROM OFFICIAL MODHUB IN 2.5 YEARS

1.6 billion downloads completed on the official 'modhub' since launch.

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May 22, 2024

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[This unedited press release is made available courtesy of Game Developer and its partnership with notable game PR-related resource Games Press]

GIANTS Software :

Farming Simulator 22 in a nutshell: Developer and Publisher GIANTS Software reviews 30 months of its main line title which launched in November 2021. Six free content updates, multiple packs, and two expansions accumulated into 25 noteworthy additions to the initial base game. The recap trailer summarizes the continuous flow of new content for Farming Simulator 22.

Watch the Farming Simulator 22 recap trailer HERE: youtu.be/s-GrTwJOVk0

Massive Modding Landmark

Next to the official releases, GIANTS Software has supported the modding community since the beginning of the series and curates the official ModHub, which is available for PCs and consoles. More than 6,000 mods were reviewed and approved in-game and on the Farming Simulator website: The mod downloads for Farming Simulator 22 reached a breathtaking 1,600,000,000 record!

Milestones for the Series

Farming Simulator 22 introduced some remarkable milestones to the long-running, family-friendly series, which fans don’t want to miss anymore: Production chains added the ability to produce valuable goods, while seasonal challenges and a growth calendar upgraded the realism.

The cross-platform multiplayer support united the community and improved the online experience for both cooperative and competitive modes - the latter will be used in the upcoming World Championships as the Farming Simulator League concludes its fifth season of esports in July.

Premium Entry to the Universe

Farming Simulator 22 is the most successful game in the series, selling six million copies. The best entry to join the Farming Simulator universe is the Premium Edition, which includes seven packs and both expansions, offering the most affordable option for newcomers. Together with the free content updates, packs, and mods, Farming Simulator 22 offers plenty of variety and is a worthy genre leader.
 

Farming Simulator 22 is available for PC, Mac, PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One. Farming Simulator 23 is available for Nintendo Switch™, iPhone, iPad, and Android™ devices, these mobile versions as well as Farming Simulator Kids are available at the Nintendo eShop, in the App Store and on Google Play respectively. Visit the official Farming Simulator website and the GIANTS Software press area for more information.  
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About GIANTS Software

GIANTS Software is an international video game developer and publisher from Switzerland established in 2004 and known worldwide for creating the popular Farming Simulator series. The team with offices in Switzerland (Zurich), Germany (Erlangen), USA (Chicago) and Czech Republic (Brno) is very committed to maintain close contact to the agricultural industry and to engage with the community. For more information, please visit giants-software.com

 
About Farming Simulator

Since 2008, over 30 million units of Farming Simulator have been sold worldwide. The game series has been released on all popular platforms including consoles, mobile phones, tablets and PCs since then. From the start, the team enabled users to create mods with the company’s own GIANTS Engine. With the Farming Simulator League (FSL), the series introduced a competitive esports mode in 2019 – with teams competing in professional tournaments and many acclaimed brands and sponsors on board. More information available at farming-simulator.com

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