Skyrim Player Count: Is Skyrim Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|Skyrim has 24,913 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 34,925 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 25,267 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 24,913 |
| 24-hour peak | 34,925 |
| 7-day average | 29,595 |
| 30-day average | 25,267 |
| 30-day peak | 46,463 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | +0% |
| Highest we have recorded | 46,463 (Oct 11, 2026) |
Skyrim player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 28,731 | 46,463 | +23% |
| Sep 2026 | 23,297 | 38,937 | -13% |
| Aug 2026 | 26,719 | 44,547 | +4% |
| Jul 2026 | 25,578 | 41,602 | +2% |
| Jun 2026 | 25,129 | 40,988 | +14% |
| May 2026 | 22,127 | 39,716 | +7% |
| Apr 2026 | 20,761 | 34,270 | – |
Is Skyrim dead?
No. Skyrim averages 25,267 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (flat on the previous 30 days).
Skyrim’s Steam community is quite active, and the trend remains steady. Currently, there are 26,698 players in-game. The monthly activity has stayed consistent, showing just a 1% increase compared to the previous month. The rise since spring has settled into a solid base instead of fading away.
The biggest jump occurred in October 2026. The monthly average shot up by 24% compared to September, reaching a peak of 46,463 players on October 11, 2026. This surge followed a wave of coverage in early October, which included articles about Elder Scrolls 6 and insights from Skyrim’s lead designer. You can expect quick queues most of the time, but the busiest hour is 19:00 UTC (3 PM ET), while the quietest is 08:00 UTC (4 AM ET).
Best time to play Skyrim
Over the last two weeks, Skyrim has been busiest around 19:00 UTC (3 pm ET), averaging 37,125 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 08:00 UTC (4 am ET), with about 19,958 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
Skyrim player count FAQ
How many people play Skyrim right now?
24,913 people were playing Skyrim on Steam at 03:16 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 34,925.
Is Skyrim dead?
No. Skyrim averages 25,267 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (flat on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for Skyrim?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for Skyrim on Steam is 46,463, on Oct 11, 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 Skyrim most active?
Activity usually peaks around 19:00 UTC (3 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.
