Virtual farms are thriving as publisher and developer GIANTS Software reports the most successful launch in the history of the series with Farming Simulator 25 as the agricultural simulation launched on the 12th of November for PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.

Cultivating millions of virtual farmers

Farming Simulator 25 saw a significant increase in its first week of release compared to its already high-performing predecessor in 2021. With two million copies sold worldwide, it surpassed the previous record of 1.5 million copies of Farming Simulator 22 in the same period by more than 30%.

First Harvest: Best Farming Simulator launch to date

“When our ambitious self-publishing journey started with Farming Simulator 22, we were already overjoyed by the resonance of our unique, engaged, and passionate community,” Boris Stefan, Head of Publishing at GIANTS Software, comments.” Farming Simulator 25 marks our most successful launch yet and proves that our bond with the community has grown even stronger. Their enthusiasm and support is not only at the heart of our success, but a driving force behind our continued commitment to delivering an unparalleled and satisfying farming experience. The launch was just the start for FS25.” Including the other main games of the series, GIANTS Software also reports more than 40 million copies of Farming Simulator sold worldwide.

More content & improvements coming soon

Farming Simulator 25 will receive constant updates to extend and improve as GIANTS Software provides free content updates, patches, and other updates in addition to new packs and expansions for the family-friendly game. The Year 1 Season Pass includes three official packs as well as one major expansion is available to purchase right now. This content will become available to pass owners as soon as it’s released.

The developers are also hands-on testing user creations, with mods to be released on the official in-game ModHub regularly. More information and announcements regarding Farming Simulator 25 will follow soon.

Farming Simulator 25 is available now for PlayStation®5 and Xbox Series X.