Counter-Strike 2 Sets New Record with 1.82 Million Concurrent Players on Steam

Valve's flagship FPS surpasses its predecessor and continues to dominate Steam and Twitch charts.

Counter-Strike 2 broke its own record by reaching 1.82 million concurrent players on Steam, surpassing CS:GO's previous peak of 1.81 million.
The game remains Steam's most popular title, significantly outpacing competitors like PUBG, which had 659,000 players at the same time.
Valve acknowledged the milestone, highlighting the game's enduring appeal despite competition and initial challenges after its release.
Counter-Strike 2's popularity is bolstered by its thriving esports scene, with major tournaments like the ESL Pro League driving both player engagement and Twitch viewership.
The game also leads Twitch with 381,000 concurrent viewers, further cementing its position as a dominant force in gaming and esports.