EverQuest Player Count: Is EverQuest Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|EverQuest has 215 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 251 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 183 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 215 |
| 24-hour peak | 251 |
| 7-day average | 189 |
| 30-day average | 183 |
| 30-day peak | 289 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -14% |
| Highest we have recorded | 779 (May 31, 2026) |
EverQuest player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 187 | 289 | -5% |
| Sep 2026 | 196 | 339 | -9% |
| Aug 2026 | 216 | 368 | -23% |
| Jul 2026 | 280 | 535 | -33% |
| Jun 2026 | 418 | 735 | +38% |
| May 2026 | 303 | 779 | +10% |
| Apr 2026 | 276 | 468 | -9% |
| Mar 2026 | 305 | 460 | – |
Is EverQuest dead?
No. EverQuest averages 183 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 14% on the previous 30 days).
EverQuest has a solid community on Steam that found its footing after a hectic early summer. Player numbers dipped from the June peak, but recently, things look stable. Over the last week, the average stood at 189 players, and right now, there are 215 online. The highest player count we recorded was 779 on May 31, 2026.
June 2026 saw the most significant change, with the monthly average jumping 38% compared to May. Since then, the player base has gradually decreased each month through October. Most players should find queues and lobbies quick, especially during the busiest times around 01:00 UTC (9 pm ET) and the quieter periods near 09:00 UTC (5 am ET).
Best time to play EverQuest
Over the last two weeks, EverQuest has been busiest around 01:00 UTC (9 pm ET), averaging 256 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 09:00 UTC (5 am ET), with about 128 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
EverQuest player count FAQ
How many people play EverQuest right now?
215 people were playing EverQuest on Steam at 03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 251.
Is EverQuest dead?
No. EverQuest averages 183 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 14% on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for EverQuest?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for EverQuest on Steam is 779, on May 31, 2026. Our tracking started on Mar 25, 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 EverQuest most active?
Activity usually peaks around 01:00 UTC (9 pm ET).
More on EverQuest
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.
