Summary
Steamhas revealed its most played games of 2023, showcasing popular 2023 titles such asCounter-Strike 2,Baldur’s Gate 3, andHogwarts Legacyranking within the top 11. As 2023 comes to a close,Steamoffers a glimpse into players' favorite titles that have dominated the digital realm, ranging from timeless classics to the latest sensations.
Steam is a digital distribution platform for video games that offers a comprehensive library of titles for users to purchase, download, and play on their computers. Developed by Valve, Steam also provides multiplayer gaming and community features, establishing itself as a central hub for players to enjoy a wide variety of games. Annually,Steam shares information about the biggest games of the year, providing insights into player preferences and the popularity of various titles on the platform. This annual disclosure offers a snapshot of gaming trends, highlighting the titles that have resonated most with the Steam community throughout the year.
The Steam list features four different tiers. At the pinnacle of popularity, the Platinum Tier is reserved for games that commanded over 300,000 peak players. The roster includes both old-time favorites and newcomers alike. Titles such asCounter-Strike 2,Dota 2, andPUBG: Battlegroundsstand tall among the top 11. Joining them are other popular entries likeGoose Goose Duck,Sons of the Forest,Hogwarts Legacy,Baldur’s Gate 3,Destiny 2,Apex Legends,Starfield, andLost Ark.
Silver Tier (Over 80,000 Peak Players)
Bronze Tier (Over 40,000 Peak Players)
The tiers below Platinum highlight games that had peaks starting from over 40,000 players. In the Gold Tier (over 150,000 Peak Players),The Finals, a recent release, shares the stage withtimeless classics likeGrand Theft Auto 5, showcasing the enduring appeal of the latter even a decade after its launch. The Silver Tier (over 80,000 peak players) includes a mix of different game genres and time periods, featuring games likeElden Ring,Football Manager,Valheim, andCivilization 6.
Finally, the Bronze Tier (over 40,000 peak players) also features some already established games likeStardew ValleyandThe Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. However,Star Wars Jedi: Survivor, a 2023 release, also makes its mark in this tier. In parallel,Steam also revealed its best-selling games of 2023, where some games featured in the most played list, such asBaldur’s Gate 3andHogwarts Legacy, can also be seen.
The fact thatBaldur’s Gate 3won the Game of the Year awardand is also featured in both the best-selling and most played lists is not a coincidence. Steam’s revelations not only celebrate the games that defined the year but also provide a comprehensive view of the 2023 gaming landscape.
Steam
Steam is a digital video game storefront and program developed by Valve that allows gamers to purchase, play, and mod their titles all through one convenient program.
