The Long Dark Player Count & Live Steam Charts
The Long Dark has 3,027 players online now. The game peaked today at 2,666 players (+-12%), showing when the community is most active.
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About The Long Dark
Below is the official game overview for The Long Dark, which currently maintains a Very Positive community review score with 123,376 reviews recorded on Steam:
THE LONG DARK is a thoughtful, exploration-survival experience that challenges solo players to think for themselves as they explore an expansive frozen wilderness in the aftermath of a geomagnetic disaster. There are no zombies -- only you, the cold, and all the threats Mother Nature can muster.
Game Details
The Long Dark Player Count Chart
This live chart shows The Long Dark's real-time player count and peak activity, updated with actual Steam stats.
Last 30 Days Daily Peaks
Daily peak player counts for The Long Dark over the last 30 days, showing the highest concurrent players each day and day-over-day changes.
| Date | Peak Players | Change | Change % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22 | 3,083 | +417 | +15.6% |
| Aug 21 | 2,666 | +167 | +6.7% |
| Aug 20 | 2,499 | -89 | -3.4% |
| Aug 19 | 2,588 | +10 | +0.4% |
| Aug 18 | 2,578 | -13 | -0.5% |
| Aug 17 | 2,591 | -681 | -20.8% |
| Aug 16 | 3,272 | +234 | +7.7% |
| Aug 15 | 3,038 | +412 | +15.7% |
| Aug 14 | 2,626 | +104 | +4.1% |
| Aug 13 | 2,522 | +28 | +1.1% |
| Aug 12 | 2,494 | -160 | -6% |
| Aug 11 | 2,654 | +31 | +1.2% |
| Aug 10 | 2,623 | -602 | -18.7% |
| Aug 9 | 3,225 | +279 | +9.5% |
| Aug 8 | 2,946 | +305 | +11.5% |
| Aug 7 | 2,641 | +80 | +3.1% |
| Aug 6 | 2,561 | +85 | +3.4% |
| Aug 5 | 2,476 | -76 | -3% |
| Aug 4 | 2,552 | -147 | -5.4% |
| Aug 3 | 2,699 | -482 | -15.2% |
| Aug 2 | 3,181 | +272 | +9.4% |
| Aug 1 | 2,909 | +368 | +14.5% |
| Jul 31 | 2,541 | -34 | -1.3% |
| Jul 30 | 2,575 | -37 | -1.4% |
| Jul 29 | 2,612 | -127 | -4.6% |
| Jul 28 | 2,739 | +1 | 0% |
| Jul 27 | 2,738 | -565 | -17.1% |
| Jul 26 | 3,303 | +305 | +10.2% |
| Jul 25 | 2,998 | +340 | +12.8% |
| Jul 24 | 2,658 | +238 | +9.8% |
| Jul 23 | 2,420 | 0 | 0% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Long Dark free to play?
No, The Long Dark is a paid game. Current price: $19.99.
What do players think of The Long Dark?
The Long Dark holds a Very Positive rating on Steam, with 88.93% positive reviews from over 123,376 total reviews.
Who developed and published The Long Dark?
The Long Dark was developed by Hinterland Studio Inc. and published by Hinterland Studio Inc..
Is The Long Dark dead or dying?
The Long Dark currently has 3,027 players online right now, with a 24-hour peak of 2,666. A game with this many concurrent players is not dead. You can track its live activity and trends on this page.