Marvel Rivals Player Count: Is Marvel Rivals Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Marvel Rivals has 47,427 concurrent players on Steam right now (17:01 UTC on Oct 8, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 70,131 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 65,432 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 47,427 |
| 24-hour peak | 70,131 |
| 7-day average | 53,071 |
| 30-day average | 65,432 |
| 30-day peak | 146,798 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -13% |
| Highest we have recorded | 197,145 (Jul 11, 2026) |
Marvel Rivals player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 53,071 | 82,699 | -22% |
| Sep 2026 | 67,986 | 146,798 | -15% |
| Aug 2026 | 80,331 | 145,799 | -5% |
| Jul 2026 | 84,503 | 197,145 | +21% |
| Jun 2026 | 70,088 | 129,471 | +3% |
| May 2026 | 67,720 | 133,111 | -4% |
| Apr 2026 | 70,349 | 141,686 | +2% |
| Mar 2026 | 68,858 | 114,578 | – |
Is Marvel Rivals dead?
No. Marvel Rivals averages 65,432 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 13% on the previous 30 days).
Marvel Rivals is still quite popular on Steam, even if it’s not as bustling as it was during the summer. The 30-day average has dropped by 13% compared to the previous month. We recorded a peak of 197,145 players on July 11, 2026, but that number now dates back 89 days. Still, the game has managed to maintain a strong community since we started tracking it.
The most significant decline happened in October 2026, with the monthly average plummeting by 22% from the month prior. This dip coincided with the release of Season 10.5 and the announcement of the Thanos PvE mode on October 7. For players, though, queue times should remain short, particularly around the peak hour of 02:00 UTC (10 pm ET). The quietest time will be at 10:00 UTC (6 am ET).
Best time to play Marvel Rivals
Over the last two weeks, Marvel Rivals has been busiest around 02:00 UTC (10 pm ET), averaging 78,811 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 10:00 UTC (6 am ET), with about 31,910 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Marvel Rivals player count FAQ
How many people play Marvel Rivals right now?
47,427 people were playing Marvel Rivals on Steam at 17:01 UTC on Oct 8, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 70,131.
Is Marvel Rivals dead?
No. Marvel Rivals averages 65,432 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 13% on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for Marvel Rivals?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Marvel Rivals on Steam is 197,145, on Jul 11, 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 Marvel Rivals most active?
Activity usually peaks around 02:00 UTC (10 pm 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.
