Grand Theft Auto V Player Count: Is Grand Theft Auto V Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Grand Theft Auto V has 33,750 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:30 UTC on Oct 10, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 73,795 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 46,724 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 33,750 |
| 24-hour peak | 73,795 |
| 7-day average | 48,278 |
| 30-day average | 46,724 |
| 30-day peak | 81,053 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -20% |
| Highest we have recorded | 118,262 (Mar 29, 2026) |
Grand Theft Auto V player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 47,090 | 74,192 | -2% |
| Sep 2026 | 47,983 | 84,555 | -23% |
| Aug 2026 | 62,626 | 100,623 | -9% |
| Jul 2026 | 69,182 | 102,989 | +0% |
| Jun 2026 | 68,875 | 106,053 | +11% |
| May 2026 | 62,282 | 112,460 | +0% |
| Apr 2026 | 62,137 | 108,915 | -14% |
| Mar 2026 | 72,015 | 118,262 | – |
Is Grand Theft Auto V dead?
No. Grand Theft Auto V still averages 46,724 concurrent players on Steam, though that is down 20% on the previous 30 days.
Grand Theft Auto V on Steam is losing steam. The 30-day average player count is down 20% compared to the previous month. It’s also fallen far from the peak of 118,262 players we saw on March 29, 2026. While the game still attracts tens of thousands of players at any given time, the numbers are noticeably lower than during the spring and summer.
The most significant drop happened in September 2026, where the monthly average plummeted 23% from August. This decline happened right after the buzz around Grand Theft Auto VI in early to mid-September. Since then, player numbers have remained low. If you’re thinking of joining in, you can expect quick queue times. The best chances for full lobbies are around 15:00 UTC (11 am ET), while the quietest time is around 04:00 UTC (12 am ET).
Best time to play Grand Theft Auto V
Over the last two weeks, Grand Theft Auto V has been busiest around 15:00 UTC (11 am ET), averaging 66,650 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 04:00 UTC (12 am ET), with about 26,383 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Grand Theft Auto V player count FAQ
How many people play Grand Theft Auto V right now?
33,750 people were playing Grand Theft Auto V on Steam at 03:30 UTC on Oct 10, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 73,795.
Is Grand Theft Auto V dead?
No. Grand Theft Auto V still averages 46,724 concurrent players on Steam, though that is down 20% on the previous 30 days.
What is the highest player count for Grand Theft Auto V?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Grand Theft Auto V on Steam is 118,262, on Mar 29, 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 Grand Theft Auto V most active?
Activity usually peaks around 15:00 UTC (11 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.
