Cyberpunk 2077 Player Count: Is Cyberpunk 2077 Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Cyberpunk 2077 has 26,527 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 45,907 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 31,075 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 26,527 |
| 24-hour peak | 45,907 |
| 7-day average | 36,686 |
| 30-day average | 31,075 |
| 30-day peak | 61,783 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -18% |
| Highest we have recorded | 101,514 (Jul 5, 2026) |
Cyberpunk 2077 player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 35,920 | 61,783 | +19% |
| Sep 2026 | 30,162 | 55,099 | -34% |
| Aug 2026 | 45,889 | 83,023 | -15% |
| Jul 2026 | 53,993 | 101,514 | +56% |
| Jun 2026 | 34,606 | 87,440 | +25% |
| May 2026 | 27,738 | 53,719 | +0% |
| Apr 2026 | 27,604 | 51,194 | -14% |
| Mar 2026 | 31,978 | 53,461 | – |
Is Cyberpunk 2077 dead?
No. Cyberpunk 2077 averages 31,075 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 18% on the previous 30 days).
Cyberpunk 2077 remains a busy game on Steam, and the trend is best described as stable after a big summer surge. The player base has cooled from its July high, with the last 30 days running 18% below the 30 days before. Still, 27,333 players are in the game right now, which is plenty for any mode.
The largest swing came in Jul 2026, when the monthly average rose 56% on the month before, topping out at 101,514, the highest we have recorded. Nothing in the recent news lines up with that jump. For players, queues and lobbies should be quick, with the busiest stretch around 14:00 UTC (10 am ET) and the quietest around 00:00 UTC (8 pm ET).
Best time to play Cyberpunk 2077
Over the last two weeks, Cyberpunk 2077 has been busiest around 14:00 UTC (10 am ET), averaging 48,236 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 00:00 UTC (8 pm ET), with about 27,130 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Cyberpunk 2077 player count FAQ
How many people play Cyberpunk 2077 right now?
26,527 people were playing Cyberpunk 2077 on Steam at 03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 45,907.
Is Cyberpunk 2077 dead?
No. Cyberpunk 2077 averages 31,075 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 18% on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for Cyberpunk 2077?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Cyberpunk 2077 on Steam is 101,514, on Jul 5, 2026. Our tracking started on Mar 23, 2026, so earlier launch peaks are not included.
Do these numbers include consoles?
No. These figures come from Steam only. Players on PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, mobile or other PC launchers are not counted.
When is Cyberpunk 2077 most active?
Activity usually peaks around 14:00 UTC (10 am ET).
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How we count: Explosion samples Steam’s official concurrent-player API for every tracked game several times an hour and stores each reading. Averages are means of those readings. This page updates daily.
Nick Guli
Nick Guli is the founder and editor-in-chief of Explosion.com, which he launched in February 2012. With over a decade of experience in digital publishing, Nick oversees editorial direction across entertainment, gaming, technology, and lifestyle content. He is an avid gamer and movie enthusiast who brings a critical eye to coverage of industry trends, game reviews, and entertainment news.
