Monster Hunter World Player Count: Is Monster Hunter World Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Monster Hunter World has 11,940 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:31 UTC on Oct 12, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 31,376 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 15,705 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 11,940 |
| 24-hour peak | 31,376 |
| 7-day average | 15,797 |
| 30-day average | 15,705 |
| 30-day peak | 34,480 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | +22% |
| Highest we have recorded | 51,821 (Jun 16, 2026) |
Monster Hunter World player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 15,912 | 32,640 | +10% |
| Sep 2026 | 14,427 | 34,480 | +2% |
| Aug 2026 | 14,125 | 31,194 | -17% |
| Jul 2026 | 17,119 | 40,291 | -19% |
| Jun 2026 | 21,059 | 51,821 | +67% |
| May 2026 | 12,586 | 28,764 | -18% |
| Apr 2026 | 15,417 | 36,586 | – |
Is Monster Hunter World dead?
No, it is growing. Monster Hunter World averaged 15,705 concurrent players on Steam over the last 30 days, up 22% on the 30 days before.
Monster Hunter World is a busy game on Steam, and the trend is growing. The last 30 days averaged 15,705 players, up 22% on the month before, though that still sits 27% below where things stood three months ago. The highest we have recorded is 51,821, set on Jun 16, 2026, and the community has settled well below that peak.
June was the biggest swing, with the monthly average jumping 67% on May. That surge coincides with the Sword Art Online crossover story from Jun 14. Queues should be quick at any time of day. The game is busiest around 14:00 UTC (10 am ET) and quietest at 23:00 UTC (7 pm ET), so expect thinner lobbies at the quiet end.
Best time to play Monster Hunter World
Over the last two weeks, Monster Hunter World has been busiest around 14:00 UTC (10 am ET), averaging 28,252 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 23:00 UTC (7 pm ET), with about 7,874 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Monster Hunter World player count FAQ
How many people play Monster Hunter World right now?
11,940 people were playing Monster Hunter World on Steam at 03:31 UTC on Oct 12, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 31,376.
Is Monster Hunter World dead?
No, it is growing. Monster Hunter World averaged 15,705 concurrent players on Steam over the last 30 days, up 22% on the 30 days before.
What is the highest player count for Monster Hunter World?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Monster Hunter World on Steam is 51,821, on Jun 16, 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 Monster Hunter World 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.
