Valve has once again etched a remarkable milestone in the annals of gaming history, as Steam has achieved a staggering new record of 38.3 million concurrent players, precisely 38,348,144 to be exact. This achievement comes on the heels of last month’s record of 37.2 million, showcasing a remarkable surge of over 500,000 players in just the last 36 hours.
Steam’s Steady Ascent
Throughout this year, Steam has demonstrated consistent growth, but this is the first instance where the platform has approached an astonishing 30 million players at any given time. A significant contributor to this surge is the highly anticipated title, Black Myth: Wukong, which launched with an impressive 2.3 million concurrent players. At its peak, the game attracted around 500,000 players, maintaining an average of over 100,000 concurrent gamers.
In the competitive landscape of Steam’s most popular titles, Counter-Strike 2 continues to reign supreme, boasting approximately 1.4 million daily players and close to 1 million concurrent participants at any moment. Following closely are Dota 2, Banana, and PUBG, each contributing to the platform’s vibrant ecosystem.
- Counter-Strike 2 – 1.4 million daily players
- Dota 2
- Banana
- PUBG
- Satisfactory
- Deadlock (Valve’s new shooter)
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Grand Theft Auto V
- Rust
- Black Myth: Wukong
Counter-Strike, a stalwart in the realm of PC shooters since the mid-90s, has not only maintained its popularity but has also expanded its player base significantly with the recent release of Counter-Strike 2. The enduring appeal of PUBG remains noteworthy, further solidifying its position among the top contenders on the platform.
