Mortal Kombat 1 Player Count: Is Mortal Kombat 1 Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Mortal Kombat 1 has 828 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 1,253 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 1,084 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 828 |
| 24-hour peak | 1,253 |
| 7-day average | 1,120 |
| 30-day average | 1,084 |
| 30-day peak | 1,927 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -3% |
| Highest we have recorded | 6,060 (May 17, 2026) |
Mortal Kombat 1 player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 1,131 | 1,927 | +5% |
| Sep 2026 | 1,076 | 2,346 | -14% |
| Aug 2026 | 1,250 | 2,550 | -22% |
| Jul 2026 | 1,606 | 3,135 | -18% |
| Jun 2026 | 1,964 | 3,618 | -29% |
| May 2026 | 2,775 | 6,060 | +139% |
| Apr 2026 | 1,162 | 1,971 | – |
Is Mortal Kombat 1 dead?
No. Mortal Kombat 1 averages 1,084 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 3% on the previous 30 days).
Mortal Kombat 1 has found a stable mid-sized community on Steam. After a sharp increase in the spring and a slow decline through summer, the player base now holds steady, up 1% compared to the last 30 days. However, it’s still 43% lower than three months ago, making the game feel calmer than during its peak.
The most significant change happened in May 2026, when the monthly average soared by 139%. On May 17, 2026, the game hit its highest recorded number of players at 6,060. Since then, those numbers have tapered off. For players, queue times should be quick, especially around 18:00 UTC (2 pm ET). Expect quieter lobbies around 08:00 UTC (4 am ET).
Best time to play Mortal Kombat 1
Over the last two weeks, Mortal Kombat 1 has been busiest around 18:00 UTC (2 pm ET), averaging 1,498 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 07:00 UTC (3 am ET), with about 711 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Mortal Kombat 1 player count FAQ
How many people play Mortal Kombat 1 right now?
828 people were playing Mortal Kombat 1 on Steam at 03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 1,253.
Is Mortal Kombat 1 dead?
No. Mortal Kombat 1 averages 1,084 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 3% on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for Mortal Kombat 1?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Mortal Kombat 1 on Steam is 6,060, on May 17, 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 Mortal Kombat 1 most active?
Activity usually peaks around 18:00 UTC (2 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.
