V Rising Player Count: Is V Rising Dead? (Oct 2026)
Nick Guli|V Rising has 2,423 concurrent players on Steam right now (03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026). In the last 24 hours it peaked at 4,363 players, and over the past 30 days it has averaged 3,012 players at any given moment.
| Playing right now | 2,423 |
| 24-hour peak | 4,363 |
| 7-day average | 3,561 |
| 30-day average | 3,012 |
| 30-day peak | 6,088 |
| Change vs previous 30 days | -13% |
| Highest we have recorded | 21,376 (May 17, 2026) |
V Rising player count history
| Month | Average players | Peak players | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2026 (so far) | 3,483 | 6,088 | +19% |
| Sep 2026 | 2,930 | 5,709 | -20% |
| Aug 2026 | 3,681 | 6,791 | -20% |
| Jul 2026 | 4,627 | 8,239 | -5% |
| Jun 2026 | 4,869 | 9,406 | -30% |
| May 2026 | 6,958 | 21,376 | +69% |
| Apr 2026 | 4,107 | 7,804 | – |
Is V Rising dead?
No. V Rising averages 3,012 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 13% on the previous 30 days).
V Rising has found its place within a mid-size community on Steam. The trend shows stability, with a gradual decline from its peak in spring. The most significant increase happened in May 2026, when the monthly average jumped by 69% compared to the previous month. On May 17, 2026, we recorded the highest number of players at 21,376. Since then, activity has decreased, and the last 30 days show a drop of 13% compared to the prior month.
For players, though, this still means a solid community. Currently, 2,423 players are online, so you can expect quick queues and responsive servers most of the time. Lobbies tend to fill up around 19:00 UTC (3 PM ET) and are quietest at 06:00 UTC (2 AM ET), so you’ll find fewer players during the early hours.
Best time to play V Rising
Over the last two weeks, V Rising has been busiest around 19:00 UTC (3 pm ET), averaging 4,717 players at that hour. The quietest hour is around 06:00 UTC (2 am ET), with about 2,281 players. If you want faster matchmaking, aim for the hours around the peak.
V Rising player count FAQ
How many people play V Rising right now?
2,423 people were playing V Rising on Steam at 03:30 UTC on Oct 14, 2026. The 24-hour peak was 4,363.
Is V Rising dead?
No. V Rising averages 3,012 concurrent players on Steam and the trend is fairly steady (down 13% on the previous 30 days).
What is the highest player count for V Rising?
The highest concurrent count we have recorded for V Rising on Steam is 21,376, 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 V Rising most active?
Activity usually peaks around 19:00 UTC (3 pm ET).
More on V Rising
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.
