Crusader Kings III player count averaged 17,202 concurrent users on Steam over the past 30 days, with a 24-hour peak of 20,689 players. The grand strategy title from Paradox Development Studio has held a stable base between 15,000 and 19,000 average monthly users through 2025 and 2026.
The all-time Crusader Kings III peak player count reached 98,474 concurrent users at launch in September 2020. The November 2025 Chapter IV release pushed the monthly peak to 76,221 players, the highest single-month figure since launch.
This page tracks live Crusader Kings III player count data, monthly trends, platform availability, regional interest, Twitch streaming numbers, and revenue figures sourced from Steam, SullyGnome, and Paradox Interactive financial reports. For broader gaming benchmarks, the Minecraft player count tracks daily activity across 200+ million users.
Crusader Kings III Key Statistics
- Crusader Kings III has 17,202 average concurrent players on Steam as of May 2026.
- The all-time peak Crusader Kings III player count reached 98,474 in September 2020.
- Crusader Kings III sold over 4.8 million copies on Steam since its 2020 launch.
- The November 2025 Chapter IV launch pushed monthly peak players to 76,221, a 52.8% jump over October 2025.
- Paradox Interactive recorded MSEK 874.8 (~$82 million USD) in Q4 2025 revenue, with Crusader Kings III among its top five contributors.
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Crusader Kings III Live Monthly Player Count
Monthly average and peak Crusader Kings III player counts from June 2025 through May 2026, pulled from Steam concurrent user data. Peak figures show the highest concurrent player count recorded in each month.
| Month | Average Players | Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| May 2026 | 18,585 | 32,991 |
| April 2026 | 18,418 | 32,473 |
| March 2026 | 19,128 | 30,274 |
| February 2026 | 18,449 | 28,859 |
| January 2026 | 17,512 | 27,064 |
| December 2025 | 17,229 | 26,582 |
| November 2025 | 29,151 | 76,221 |
| October 2025 | 19,078 | 65,524 |
| September 2025 | 16,744 | 30,097 |
| August 2025 | 16,919 | 26,753 |
| July 2025 | 15,159 | 24,243 |
| June 2025 | 15,499 | 26,160 |
Crusader Kings III Available Platforms
Crusader Kings III shipped on PC at launch and reached console in March 2022. Unlike Rust, which added native PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S versions in 2025 with cross-play, Crusader Kings III stays on its original PC and current-gen console footprint with no Nintendo Switch or mobile release announced.
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes |
| Linux | Yes |
| Mac | Yes |
| Xbox One/Series | Yes (Series X/S only) |
| PlayStation 3/4/5 | Yes (PS5 only) |
| Nintendo Switch | No |
| Android | No |
| iOS | No |
Crusader Kings III Annual Revenue
Paradox Interactive lists Crusader Kings III among its top-grossing titles every quarter. Revenue spiked in 2020 with the September launch and rose again in 2025 following the Chapter IV expansion release.
| Year | Estimated Revenue (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| 2020 | $35M |
| 2021 | $22M |
| 2022 | $19M |
| 2023 | $16M |
| 2024 | $14M |
| 2025 | $18M |
Crusader Kings III Player Distribution by Region
United States players account for the largest share of the Crusader Kings III user base, with Germany and the United Kingdom following. European markets dominate the top ten.
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 28% |
| 2 | Germany | 12% |
| 3 | United Kingdom | 9% |
| 4 | France | 7% |
| 5 | Russia | 6% |
| 6 | Brazil | 5% |
| 7 | China | 5% |
| 8 | Poland | 4% |
| 9 | Sweden | 4% |
| 10 | Canada | 4% |
| 11 | Other | 16% |
Crusader Kings III Twitch Streaming Statistics
Twitch numbers for Crusader Kings III reflect a niche but committed audience. The Chapter IV launch drove the November 2025 viewer peak.
Crusader Kings III Global Player Spending
Monthly spending estimates show the November 2025 Chapter IV launch as the highest grossing period. Player spending typically rises around new expansion releases.
| Month/Year | Spending (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| June 2025 | $1.1 |
| July 2025 | $1.0 |
| August 2025 | $1.2 |
| September 2025 | $1.4 |
| October 2025 | $2.1 |
| November 2025 | $4.8 |
| December 2025 | $2.2 |
| January 2026 | $1.5 |
| February 2026 | $1.4 |
| March 2026 | $1.6 |
| April 2026 | $1.5 |
| May 2026 | $1.5 |
Total registered users: 4.8 million
Peak spending month: November 2025, $4.8M
Top spending country: United States, 86.5%
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About Crusader Kings III
Crusader Kings III launched on September 1, 2020, developed by Paradox Development Studio and published by Paradox Interactive. The game is a grand strategy and dynasty simulator set between 867 and 1453 AD. Players control a medieval dynasty and manage diplomacy, war, religion, marriage, and intrigue across generations. Game modes include single-player and multiplayer with up to 64 players. The character-driven gameplay, lifestyle perk trees, and stress system separate it from map-painter strategy titles. Progression runs through dynasty renown, prestige points, and cultural innovations rather than traditional XP. Console editions launched on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5 in March 2022. Long-running titles such as World of Warcraft follow a similar pattern of sustained engagement built on regular expansion releases.
FAQ
What is the current Crusader Kings III player count?
Crusader Kings III has around 17,200 average concurrent players on Steam over the past 30 days. The 24-hour peak typically lands between 20,000 and 28,000 players based on May 2026 Steam data.
What is the peak player count for Crusader Kings III?
The all-time peak Crusader Kings III player count is 98,474 concurrent players, recorded in September 2020 during launch month. The November 2025 Chapter IV release reached 76,221 peak players.
How many copies has Crusader Kings III sold?
Crusader Kings III sold over 3 million copies by September 2023 and is estimated to have reached 4.8 million copies on Steam as of 2026, per Gamalytic and Paradox Interactive financial reports.
Is Crusader Kings III on console?
Yes. Crusader Kings III is available on Xbox Series X/S and PlayStation 5, both released on March 29, 2022. The game is not available on Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, or mobile platforms.
How much revenue does Crusader Kings III generate?
Crusader Kings III generated an estimated $129 million in lifetime revenue since launch. The title remains among Paradox Interactive’s top five revenue contributors every quarter through 2025 and early 2026.
