Kerbal Space Program 2 Player Count: Is Kerbal Space Program 2 Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Kerbal Space Program 2 has 30 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 66 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 38 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 30 |
| 24-hour peak | 66 |
| 7-day average | 40 |
| 30-day average | 38 |
| 30-day peak | 77 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -24% |
| Highest we have recorded | 516 (Apr 12, 2026) |
Kerbal Space Program 2 player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 39 | 76 | -1% |
| Sep 2026 | 40 | 85 | -21% |
| Aug 2026 | 50 | 91 | +1% |
| Jul 2026 | 50 | 89 | -28% |
| Jun 2026 | 70 | 126 | -42% |
| May 2026 | 121 | 313 | -43% |
| Apr 2026 | 214 | 516 | – |
Is Kerbal Space Program 2 dead?
Not officially, but it is very quiet on Steam. Kerbal Space Program 2 has averaged about 38 concurrent players over the last 30 days, so online lobbies may take a while to fill.
Kerbal Space Program 2 is a niche community on Steam, and it has been fading since the highest we have recorded, 516 players on Apr 12, 2026. The slide has slowed, with the last few months holding around 40 on average, but the 30-day average still sits 22% below the month before.
The biggest swing came in May 2026, when the monthly average fell 43% from April. Since then the game has settled into a small, steady group. Queues and lobbies should rarely be an issue for a game of this scale, but expect it to feel empty at 06:00 UTC (2 am ET). If you want company, the busiest hour is 17:00 UTC (1 pm ET).
Best time to play Kerbal Space Program 2
Over the last two weeks, Kerbal Space Program 2 has been busiest around 17:00 UTC (1 pm ET), averaging 52 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 06:00 UTC (2 am ET), with about 25 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Kerbal Space Program 2 player count FAQ
How many people play Kerbal Space Program 2 right now?
30 people were playing Kerbal Space Program 2 on Steam at 03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 66.
Is Kerbal Space Program 2 dead?
Not officially, but it is very quiet on Steam. Kerbal Space Program 2 has averaged about 38 concurrent players over the last 30 days, so online lobbies may take a while to fill.
What is the highest player count for Kerbal Space Program 2?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Kerbal Space Program 2 on Steam is 516, on Apr 12, 2026. Our tracking started on Mar 26, 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 Kerbal Space Program 2 most active?
Activity usually peaks around 17:00 UTC (1 pm ET).
More on Kerbal Space Program 2
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.
