Marvel Rivals Becomes the Most Played Game on Steam: Record 644M Players

Since its launch, Marvel Rivals has defied expectations. While many multiplayer games experience a drop-off after an initial burst of popularity, Rivals has only grown stronger. The Season 1 update brought new heroes, Mister Fantastic and Invisible Woman, which have been a hit with players. Mister Fantastic’s versatility and Invisible Woman’s unique abilities have kept players engaged and coming back for more.

Marvel Rivals is taking the gaming world by storm, claiming the top spot as the most-played game on Steam. X account Marvel Rivals Intel post the next info:

• Marvel Rivals: 606 million player hours
• CS2: 600 million player hours
• Dota 2: 320 million player hours
• Path of Exile 2: 190 million player hours
• PUBG: 124 million player hours

Its success shows no signs of slowing down, especially with the release of its highly anticipated Season 1 update.

The update also broke records, with the game hitting a new peak of 644,269 concurrent players on Steam, up from its launch record of 480,990. This 34% increase demonstrates the game’s growing appeal. Marvel Rivals even managed to briefly surpass CS2 and Dota 2 to claim the top spot on Steam’s charts.

But it’s not just Steam where Marvel Rivals is shining. The game is performing exceptionally well on consoles too. On PlayStation, it ranks as the #4 game, trailing only heavyweights like 2K25, Fortnite, and Call of Duty. On Xbox, while specific Season 1 data isn’t yet available, Rivals has consistently been a top contender, ranking as the seventh most-played game before the update.

Marvel Rivals has also become a financial powerhouse, earning over $100 million in its first month alone. With its player base continuing to grow and the game consistently ranking in the top charts, it’s clear that Marvel Rivals is not just a hit — it’s a phenomenon.

As the game continues to expand and innovate, the question remains: How high can Marvel Rivals climb? For now, it’s safe to say it’s one of the most successful multiplayer games of all time.