Grounded recorded 2,756 concurrent Steam players in June 2026, with a 24-hour peak of 6,091, according to SteamCharts. The survival title from Obsidian Entertainment has reached more than 20 million players across Xbox and PC since its July 2020 early access debut. Steam revenue is estimated at $56 million through 2024.
This page tracks live Grounded player count, monthly trends, platform availability, regional interest, Twitch viewership, and annual revenue figures.
Grounded Key Statistics 2026
- Grounded has 2,756 concurrent Steam players as of June 2026, with a 24-hour peak of 6,091.
- The all-time Steam peak hit 31,923 concurrent players on July 31, 2021.
- Total players across Xbox and PC surpassed 20 million in February 2024, up from 15 million in November 2023.
- Steam revenue is estimated at $56 million through 2024, with average playtime around 33 hours per user.
- Grounded launched July 28, 2020, in early access and reached full 1.0 release on September 27, 2022.
Live Grounded Online Player Counter
Grounded Live Monthly Player Count
Player counts dropped after Grounded 2 launched in July 2025, pulling attention to the sequel. The original game still averages between 2,500 and 3,500 concurrent Steam players each month in 2026.
| Month | Average Players | Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| June 2025 | 5,881 | 14,991 |
| July 2025 | 7,045 | 14,184 |
| August 2025 | 7,076 | 14,042 |
| September 2025 | 3,415 | 8,892 |
| October 2025 | 3,514 | 9,572 |
| November 2025 | 2,598 | 8,026 |
| December 2025 | 3,040 | 7,456 |
| January 2026 | 3,084 | 6,548 |
| February 2026 | 3,278 | 7,686 |
| March 2026 | 2,278 | 5,513 |
| April 2026 | 2,615 | 6,697 |
| May 2026 | 2,598 | 5,873 |
Grounded Annual Revenue
Revenue peaked in 2022 alongside the 1.0 release and the Pentiment crossover bump. Earnings have softened each year since, with Game Pass distribution masking total commercial reach. Figures below cover Steam estimates and reported milestones; Xbox Game Pass earnings are not publicly disclosed.
| Year | Revenue (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $4.2 |
| 2021 | $9.6 |
| 2022 | $18.4 |
| 2023 | $14.1 |
| 2024 | $7.3 |
| 2025 | $3.5 |
| 2026 (YTD) | $1.1 |
Grounded Available Platforms
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes |
| Linux | No |
| Mac | Cloud only |
| Xbox One / Series | Yes |
| PlayStation 3/4/5 | No |
| Nintendo Switch | No |
| Android | Cloud only |
| iOS | Cloud only |
Grounded Player Distribution by Region
The United States leads Grounded interest by a wide margin, reflecting the Xbox first-party audience. Western Europe and Canada follow. A similar US-led split appears in Dead by Daylight, another co-op title with cross-platform play between Steam and Xbox.
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 32% |
| 2 | United Kingdom | 9% |
| 3 | Germany | 8% |
| 4 | Canada | 6% |
| 5 | France | 5.5% |
| 6 | Brazil | 5% |
| 7 | Russia | 4% |
| 8 | Australia | 3.5% |
| 9 | Poland | 3% |
| 10 | Spain | 2.5% |
Grounded Twitch Streaming Statistics
Twitch viewership peaked in July 2020 around the early access launch. Streamer interest has tapered as content cycles slowed, though the Grounded 2 launch in July 2025 briefly pushed the original back onto category leaderboards.
Grounded Global Player Spending
Spending tracks closely with Steam sales events and the Grounded 2 launch window. Black Friday and the Steam Winter Sale produced the largest monthly bumps of the past year.
| Month / Year | Spending (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | $0.55 |
| July 2025 | $0.78 |
| August 2025 | $0.92 |
| September 2025 | $0.41 |
| October 2025 | $0.48 |
| November 2025 | $0.62 |
| December 2025 | $0.71 |
| January 2026 | $0.34 |
| February 2026 | $0.39 |
| March 2026 | $0.28 |
| April 2026 | $0.46 |
| May 2026 | $0.31 |
Total registered users: 20+ million. Peak spending month: August 2025 at $0.92M. Top spending country: United States at 32%.
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About Grounded
Grounded launched in early access on July 28, 2020, with the full 1.0 release on September 27, 2022. Obsidian Entertainment developed the survival title, with Xbox Game Studios as publisher. Players shrink to ant size and must scavenge food, build bases, and fight insects across a suburban backyard. The crafting loop draws comparisons to Minecraft, while the hunger and thirst systems echo mechanics found in Rust. Modes include single-player, online co-op for up to four players, and a story-driven main quest. Cross-play uses Xbox Live to link Steam and Xbox sessions. Progression comes from gathering insect parts, unlocking armor sets, weapon tiers, and new biomes.
FAQ
What is the current Grounded player count?
Grounded has around 2,756 concurrent Steam players as of June 2026, with a 24-hour peak of 6,091. Total player count across Xbox and PC surpassed 20 million in February 2024.
What is the peak player count for Grounded?
Grounded reached an all-time Steam peak of 31,923 concurrent players on July 31, 2021. Total lifetime players across Steam, Xbox, and Game Pass exceeded 20 million as reported in February 2024.
Is Grounded still active in 2026?
Yes. Grounded averages between 2,500 and 3,500 concurrent Steam players each month in 2026. Numbers dipped after Grounded 2 launched in July 2025, drawing some of the audience to the sequel.
How much revenue has Grounded made?
Grounded earned an estimated $56 million in Steam revenue through 2024. Xbox Game Pass earnings are not publicly disclosed, though the game launched on day one with the subscription service in July 2020.
What platforms support Grounded?
Grounded runs on Windows PC, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X|S natively. Mobile, Mac, and browser access requires Xbox Cloud Gaming through Game Pass Ultimate. PlayStation and Nintendo Switch are not supported.
