Resident Evil Requiem Breaks Franchise Records for Player Concurrency on Steam

Resident Evil Requiem Launch and Initial Success

Resident Evil Requiem has officially launched across multiple platforms, including PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S and X, and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2. Following a favorable reception from critics, the next significant evaluation of CAPCOM‘s latest installment in the survival horror series will hinge on commercial performance. Although it will take time to fully gauge its success, initial metrics such as Steam player concurrency are already promising.

Record-Breaking Player Engagement

In merely a few hours since its release, Resident Evil Requiem has surpassed all previous concurrency records within the franchise. Currently, it boasts an impressive 267, 000 players, as reported by SteamDB. This number is expected to climb even higher over the weekend, allowing more gamers the opportunity to experience the thrilling narratives of Grace and Leon.

Comparative Analysis of Concurrent Players

To put it in perspective, the second-highest peak belongs to the 2023 Resident Evil 4 Remake, which achieved 168, 000 players. Meanwhile, 2021’s Resident Evil Village reached a total of 106, 000 players at its peak, and 2019’s Resident Evil 2 managed 74, 000 players. Interestingly, the trend indicates that newer games tend to outperform their predecessors, with the notable exception of the 2020 release Resident Evil 3, which fell short with only 60, 000 players on Steam, likely due to criticism regarding its content cuts (now being addressed by a modder on PC).

The Growth of Steam’s User Base

It’s important to note that the growth of Steam’s user base plays a significant role in these statistics. As highlighted when Valve’s platform reached a record-high 42 million users last month, this represents a staggering 139% increase from 2017’s 17 million concurrent users. Despite this expansion, the enthusiasm surrounding Resident Evil Requiem is tangible and impressive. Below is a recap of our comprehensive coverage of the game: