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Valheim player count chart
No, Valheim is not dead. 42,204 people are playing it on Steam right now, with a 24-hour peak of 60,074. Over the last 30 days its player count has been declining (down 45% on the month before).
History from Feb 1, 2021
Valheim monthly player count
| Month | Avg. players | % Gain | Peak players |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | 49,963 | -35.62% | 106,724 |
| October 2026 | 77,603 | -47.37% | 223,559 |
| September 2026 | 147,460 | +893.63% | 307,757 |
| August 2026 | n/a | -11.72% | 30,973 |
| July 2026 | n/a | +11.43% | 35,085 |
| June 2026 | n/a | -10.28% | 31,485 |
| May 2026 | n/a | -4.17% | 35,091 |
| April 2026 | n/a | -16.24% | 36,617 |
| March 2026 | n/a | -5.96% | 43,714 |
| February 2026 | n/a | -4.63% | 46,486 |
| January 2026 | n/a | +23.69% | 48,741 |
| December 2025 | n/a | -7.21% | 39,407 |
| November 2025 | n/a | -12.2% | 42,468 |
| October 2025 | n/a | -1.7% | 48,368 |
| September 2025 | n/a | +33.76% | 49,206 |
| August 2025 | n/a | +25.65% | 36,787 |
| July 2025 | n/a | -9.43% | 29,277 |
| June 2025 | n/a | -14.67% | 32,325 |
| May 2025 | n/a | -20.63% | 37,881 |
| April 2025 | n/a | -10.91% | 47,730 |
| March 2025 | n/a | +0.21% | 53,576 |
| February 2025 | n/a | +6.38% | 53,464 |
| January 2025 | n/a | +8.72% | 50,256 |
| December 2024 | n/a | -10.29% | 46,224 |
| November 2024 | n/a | +39.78% | 51,524 |
| October 2024 | n/a | +17.37% | 36,860 |
| September 2024 | n/a | -12.31% | 31,404 |
| August 2024 | n/a | -20.96% | 35,812 |
| July 2024 | n/a | -36% | 45,310 |
| June 2024 | n/a | -13.09% | 70,793 |
| May 2024 | n/a | +86.65% | 81,458 |
| April 2024 | n/a | +14.66% | 43,643 |
| March 2024 | n/a | -7.94% | 38,064 |
| February 2024 | n/a | -24.07% | 41,346 |
| January 2024 | n/a | +13.49% | 54,453 |
| December 2023 | n/a | +8.86% | 47,981 |
| November 2023 | n/a | +26.09% | 44,075 |
| October 2023 | n/a | -1.95% | 34,956 |
| September 2023 | n/a | +7.64% | 35,652 |
| August 2023 | n/a | -4.67% | 33,120 |
| July 2023 | n/a | +17.61% | 34,744 |
| June 2023 | n/a | -26.99% | 29,541 |
| May 2023 | n/a | -23.4% | 40,460 |
| April 2023 | n/a | -5.77% | 52,817 |
| March 2023 | n/a | -27.62% | 56,052 |
| February 2023 | n/a | -24.53% | 77,438 |
| January 2023 | n/a | -19.64% | 102,613 |
| December 2022 | n/a | +104.63% | 127,691 |
| November 2022 | n/a | +153.72% | 62,400 |
| October 2022 | n/a | -0.56% | 24,594 |
| September 2022 | n/a | +1.26% | 24,733 |
| August 2022 | n/a | -12.81% | 24,426 |
| July 2022 | n/a | -1.19% | 28,015 |
| June 2022 | n/a | -18.24% | 28,351 |
| May 2022 | n/a | -5.34% | 34,676 |
| April 2022 | n/a | -15.92% | 36,634 |
| March 2022 | n/a | -21.02% | 43,572 |
| February 2022 | n/a | -1.31% | 55,169 |
| January 2022 | n/a | +28.16% | 55,904 |
| December 2021 | n/a | +17.37% | 43,619 |
| November 2021 | n/a | -39.59% | 37,164 |
| October 2021 | n/a | -44.3% | 61,516 |
| September 2021 | n/a | +160.42% | 110,443 |
| August 2021 | n/a | +26.07% | 42,409 |
| July 2021 | n/a | -12% | 33,639 |
| June 2021 | n/a | -52.68% | 38,226 |
| May 2021 | n/a | -49.34% | 80,780 |
| April 2021 | n/a | -60.71% | 159,452 |
| March 2021 | n/a | -19.22% | 405,826 |
| February 2021 | n/a | n/a | 502,387 |
How many people play Valheim right now?
Right now, 42,204 players are in Valheim on Steam. That makes it the #24 most played game on Steam at the moment. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 60,074 players. Today's peak is 47% below its 30-day average daily peak of 113,002.
Valheim player count history
Over the last 30 days Valheim averaged a daily peak of 113,002 players, down 45% compared with the 30 days before (205,554). Its highest point this month (189,494) is 334% above the same period last year (43,642). In its first month after release (Feb 1, 2021) it peaked at 502,387 players. Today's player count is 8% of its all-time peak of 502,387, set on Feb 21, 2021.
Best time to play Valheim
Based on the last 14 days, Valheim is busiest around 20:00 UTC (3 PM in New York) and quietest around 07:00 UTC (2 AM in New York), when about 65% fewer people are online. For the fastest matchmaking, play close to the peak hour.
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Valheim players by hour and weekday
When Valheim has the most players online, by weekday and hour, shown in your time zone. Busy hours mean faster matchmaking and fuller servers; quiet hours are best for solo play.
Average players for each hour of the week over the last 28 days, from our Steam player counts.
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About Valheim
A collaborative exploration and survival game for 1-10 players, set in a procedurally generated afterlife inspired by Viking culture. Battle, build, and conquer your way to a saga worthy of Odin’s patronage!
- Developer
- Iron Gate AB
- Publisher
- Coffee Stain Publishing
- Released
- Feb 1, 2021
- Genre
- Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
- Steam Deck
- Verified
- Languages
- 14 languages
Screenshots
Valheim price history
Good time to buy? Probably wait for a sale. Valheim is at its full price of $29.99. It usually goes on sale for about 50% off (around $15.00), and the lowest we have recorded is $6.59.Next Steam sale: Steam Winter Sale, Dec 17 to Jan 4. See the countdown
US price on Steam. Readings before Oct 13, 2026 come from archived copies of the Steam store page (Internet Archive), so short sales between copies can be missing. Checked daily.
Valheim price by region
| Region | Steam price | In USD | vs US |
|---|---|---|---|
| United States | $29.99 | $29.99 | base |
| Euro area | 29,99€ | $33.66 | +12% |
| United Kingdom | £23.49 | $31.62 | +5% |
| Canada | C$ 37.99 | $27.20 | -9% |
| Australia | A$ 43.95 | $30.77 | +3% |
| New Zealand | NZ$ 43.59 | $24.50 | -18% |
| Brazil | R$89,99 | $16.46 | -45% |
| Mexico | Mex$ 350.00 | $18.83 | -37% |
| Argentina (LATAM USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | -50% |
| Poland | 99,99 zł | $25.57 | -15% |
| Switzerland | CHF 31.50 | $38.51 | +28% |
| Norway | 335,00 kr | $36.03 | +20% |
| Turkey (MENA USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | -50% |
| Azerbaijan (CIS USD) | $14.99 | $14.99 | -50% |
| South Africa | R 360.00 | $21.93 | -27% |
| India | ₹1,300.00 | $13.76 | -54% |
| Indonesia | Rp 245 999 | $13.61 | -55% |
| China cheapest | ¥89.00 | $13.35 | -55% |
| Japan | ¥3,400 | $21.46 | -28% |
| South Korea | ₩ 32,000 | $23.80 | -21% |
Converted with the European Central Bank reference rates of 5 Nov 2026. Steam sells each region's price only to accounts in that region.
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Valheim reviews over time
Positive and negative Steam user reviews per month, from Steam's review history.
Valheim on Twitch
Twitch category "Valheim", sampled every 30 minutes since Oct 13, 2026. Most watched games on Twitch
Valheim Twitch viewers per day, last 90 days
Average viewers per day (line) and the highest count of each day (dotted line).
Best day: 9 Sep 2026, with a peak of 108,279 viewers and 35,501 on average.
Valheim streamers right now
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Average viewers while live.
Valheim achievements
Valheim has 53 Steam achievements. On average a player has unlocked 2.8% of them; the rarest, Child of Odin, is held by 0.0% of players.
I Have Arrived!Hidden achievement19.0%
The First of ManyHidden achievement15.1%
The HomesteaderBuild a house.12.4%
EikthyrHidden achievement11.3%
Stronger TogetherKill a boss together with a friend.9.8%
The ArchitectBuild a village.9.2%
The ElderHidden achievement7.7%
The BuilderBuild 500 pieces.7.0%
BonemassHidden achievement5.4%
Lone WolfKill a boss all by yourself.5.4%
ModerHidden achievement4.4%
The CookCook 100 dishes.4.1%
Accidents HappenHidden achievement4.0%
No Time For SnoozingHidden achievement3.9%
No Adventuring On an Empty StomachEat 500 items of food.3.7%
YagluthHidden achievement3.4%
The FarmerHarvest 500 crops.3.1%
Comfort is KingReach a comfort level of 20.3.0%
The ForagerPick 250 berries and 250 mushrooms.2.5%
The SurvivorSurvive for 30 consecutive days.2.5%
The Seeker QueenHidden achievement2.4%
FaderHidden achievement1.7%
The CaptainSail far enough to circle the world, while manning the helm.1.6%
The BeekeeperHarvest 500 honey.1.5%
Kall FimbulbringerHidden achievement1.0%
The SailorSail far enough to circle the world twice.0.8%
The VikingDefeat all bosses on any difficulty.0.7%
The Tough VikingDefeat all bosses on normal difficulty or higher.0.6%
The Chosen OneHidden achievement0.6%
Odin is PleasedDefeat all minibosses.0.3%
ObliteratedHidden achievement0.3%
The LumberjackCut down 500 trees.0.3%
Mighty HallsRaise a very tall structure.0.2%
The Legends Are TrueHidden achievement0.2%
The Treasure HunterHidden achievement0.2%
Top of the WorldBuild something very high up.0.1%
The Toughest VikingDefeat all bosses on hard difficulty.0.1%
A Catch Worthy of NjordCatch a four star fish.0.1%
Are You Alright?Die in every way possible.0.0%
That Can't Be an AccidentHidden achievement0.0%
The HunterKill every kind of creature.0.0%
The Master HunterKill every kind of creature on hard difficulty.0.0%
The Trophy CollectorCollect all trophies.0.0%
The FishermanCatch every kind of fish.0.0%
The ExplorerTravel far in all four directions.0.0%
The PathfinderTravel far in all four directions, without using a map.0.0%
The BlacksmithCraft every kind of weapon.0.0%
The Master ChefCook every kind of dish.0.0%
The ArtisanCraft every kind of item.0.0%
The GourmetEat every kind of edible item.0.0%
The CarpenterBuild everything.0.0%
Kings and Queens of ValheimEmbody the spirits of the Viking, Hunter, Artisan, Master Chef, Carpenter and the Explorer.0.0%
Child of OdinEmbody the spirits of the Toughest Viking, Master Hunter, Survivor and Pathfinder.0.0%
Global unlock rates from Steam, most common first.
Latest Valheim news and patch notes
- Oct 28, 2026 Patch 1.0.21 Patch notes
- Oct 15, 2026 Patch 1.0.20 Patch notes
- Oct 6, 2026 Patch 1.0.17 Patch notes
- Sep 30, 2026 Word from the Devs: What a Month!
- Sep 25, 2026 Patch 1.0.16 Patch notes
- Sep 18, 2026 Patch 1.0.15 Patch notes
- Sep 17, 2026 Patch 1.0.14 Patch notes
- Sep 11, 2026 Hotfix 1.0.10 & 1.0.12 Patch notes
Official announcements from the developer on Steam.
Valheim FAQ
Is Valheim dead?
No, Valheim is not dead. 42,204 people are playing it on Steam right now, with a 24-hour peak of 60,074. Over the last 30 days its player count has been declining (down 45% on the month before).
How many people play Valheim?
42,204 people are playing Valheim on Steam right now. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 60,074 concurrent players.
What is the all-time peak player count for Valheim?
Valheim reached its all-time Steam peak of 502,387 concurrent players on Feb 21, 2021.
Is Valheim growing or declining?
Valheim is declining. Its average daily peak over the last 30 days was 113,002, down 45% compared with the previous 30 days.
When is Valheim most active?
Valheim usually has the most players around 20:00 UTC (3 PM in New York) and the fewest around 07:00 UTC (2 AM in New York).
How much does Valheim cost?
Valheim costs $29.99 on Steam in the US. Prices are checked daily and can differ by region.
What is the lowest price Valheim has been on Steam?
The lowest US price we have recorded for Valheim on Steam is $6.59 (50% off), on Dec 22, 2025 (from an archived copy of the Steam store page). It costs $29.99 right now.
Is Valheim on sale right now?
No, Valheim is at its full price of $29.99 on Steam right now. In past sales it usually dropped about 50%, and the biggest discount we have seen is 50%.
Where is Valheim cheapest on Steam?
Of the 20 Steam regions we check, Valheim is cheapest in China at ¥89.00, about $13.35 or 55% below the US price of $29.99. Steam only sells each regional price to accounts from that region.
Is Valheim good?
Steam players rate Valheim Very Positive: 93% of 561,846 reviews are positive.
When did Valheim come out?
Valheim was released on Steam on Feb 1, 2021.
Who made Valheim?
Valheim was developed by Iron Gate AB and published by Coffee Stain Publishing.
Is Valheim still worth playing?
Valheim has a big, active player base on Steam today (42,204 playing right now), and players still rate it well (Very Positive).
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