Earth Defense Force 6 for PS5/PS4/PC Surpasses 1 Million Players Worldwide
D3 Publisher Inc. announced that its 3D action shooting game "Earth Defense Force 6," available on PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, and PC, has surpassed 1 million players worldwide. The game has been well-received both in Japan and internationally, with player numbers continuing to grow since its August 2022 release.
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D3 Publisher Inc. (Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director and President: Tomoaki Imanishi) is pleased to announce that the total number of players worldwide for its popular 3D action shooting game "Earth Defense Force 6," currently available on PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 and PC, has exceeded 1 million (*).
This title has been well-received not only in Japan but also by EDF series fans and many game users overseas.
Since the release of the PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 versions in Japan in August 2022, the sales regions and supported platforms have expanded, and even after three and a half years, new recruits to the EDF continue to increase.
It goes without saying that thanks to these EDF soldiers, the peace of Earth continues to be protected from unknown invaders at this very moment. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has given us their support and encouragement.
*Total includes cumulative package shipments in Japan, worldwide digital sales (including players via PlayStation®Plus Game Catalog), and PC (Steam/Epic Games Store) sales.
## What is "Earth Defense Force 6"?
In the previous title, "Earth Defense Force 5," humanity narrowly repelled unknown invaders after a two-year battle. What remained was a harsh reality: 90% of the total population lost, and society's systems, let alone civilization, on the verge of collapse.
EDF and humanity certainly defied fate and achieved victory. However, the future that awaited them was by no means a world filled with hope under the name of reconstruction... Can humanity overcome despair once again and defy fate?
The latest numbered title in the series, "Earth Defense Force 6," features the highest number of missions and weapons/vehicles in the series' history. Of course, all missions support online co-op play for up to four players. Offline co-op play with split-screen is also possible. Control four different soldier classes and fight alongside real EDF soldiers worldwide.
## "Earth Defense Force 6" Product Overview
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Title Name: Earth Defense Force 6
Platforms: PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4/PC (Steam/Epic Games Store)
Genre: 3D Action Shooting
This title has been well-received not only in Japan but also by EDF series fans and many game users overseas.
Since the release of the PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4 versions in Japan in August 2022, the sales regions and supported platforms have expanded, and even after three and a half years, new recruits to the EDF continue to increase.
It goes without saying that thanks to these EDF soldiers, the peace of Earth continues to be protected from unknown invaders at this very moment. We extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who has given us their support and encouragement.
*Total includes cumulative package shipments in Japan, worldwide digital sales (including players via PlayStation®Plus Game Catalog), and PC (Steam/Epic Games Store) sales.
## What is "Earth Defense Force 6"?
In the previous title, "Earth Defense Force 5," humanity narrowly repelled unknown invaders after a two-year battle. What remained was a harsh reality: 90% of the total population lost, and society's systems, let alone civilization, on the verge of collapse.
EDF and humanity certainly defied fate and achieved victory. However, the future that awaited them was by no means a world filled with hope under the name of reconstruction... Can humanity overcome despair once again and defy fate?
The latest numbered title in the series, "Earth Defense Force 6," features the highest number of missions and weapons/vehicles in the series' history. Of course, all missions support online co-op play for up to four players. Offline co-op play with split-screen is also possible. Control four different soldier classes and fight alongside real EDF soldiers worldwide.
## "Earth Defense Force 6" Product Overview
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Title Name: Earth Defense Force 6
Platforms: PlayStation®5/PlayStation®4/PC (Steam/Epic Games Store)
Genre: 3D Action Shooting