Carcassonne has 77 active players on Steam as of March 2026, a number that belies a genuine January spike — the game hit a 437-player monthly peak in January 2026, up 108% from December 2025. This page covers Carcassonne player counts, monthly trends, platform availability, regional distribution, Twitch data, and revenue estimates.
Carcassonne Statistics: Key Numbers for 2026
- 77 players were active on Steam during the March 2026 snapshot, with a 24-hour peak of 187.
- The all-time Steam peak reached 1,050 concurrent players in May 2020 during a Humble Bundle promotion.
- Carcassonne has accumulated 2,640 Steam reviews with an 84.9% positive rating.
- Steam owner estimates range from 68,800 (VG Insights) to 576,500 (PlayTracker).
- Lifetime Steam revenue is estimated between $690,000 and $5.7 million based on ownership and pricing data.
How Many People Play Carcassonne Online?
The monthly peak player count reached 539 in February 2026 before declining 41.7% to 314 through mid-March. That February figure was the highest monthly peak in over a year, driven partly by post-holiday play and carryover momentum from a January 2026 promotional period. Outside of those two months, the game has held a consistent baseline between 173 and 216 players per month throughout 2025.
| Month | Peak Players | Monthly Change |
|---|---|---|
| March 2026 (to date) | 314 | −41.7% |
| February 2026 | 539 | +23.3% |
| January 2026 | 437 | +108.1% |
| December 2025 | 210 | +7.7% |
| November 2025 | 195 | −3.9% |
| October 2025 | 203 | +17.3% |
| September 2025 | 173 | −8.9% |
| August 2025 | 190 | −5.0% |
| July 2025 | 200 | +8.1% |
| June 2025 | 185 | −2.1% |
| May 2025 | 189 | −4.1% |
| April 2025 | 197 | −8.8% |
| March 2025 | 216 | −8.9% |
Source: SteamDB — Carcassonne peak player data, last 12 months
Carcassonne All-Time Peak Player Count
Carcassonne’s Steam record stands at 1,050 concurrent players, set in May 2020. That peak came during a Humble Bundle promotion that coincided with a broader surge in digital board gaming during COVID lockdowns. No subsequent month has come close. The January 2026 spike reached 437 — less than half of the 2020 record — despite being the game’s strongest month in over two years.
Source: SteamDB
Carcassonne Player Count by Region
Germany leads regional interest in the digital version of Carcassonne, which is consistent with the country’s strong association with the German-style board game genre the original belongs to. The United States ranks second. Western Europe accounts for four of the top six positions, with Canada and Australia rounding out high-interest markets.
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Germany | High |
| 2 | United States | High |
| 3 | United Kingdom | Medium-High |
| 4 | France | Medium-High |
| 5 | Netherlands | Medium |
| 6 | Canada | Medium |
| 7 | Australia | Medium |
| 8 | Poland | Medium |
| 9 | Sweden | Low-Medium |
| 10 | Brazil | Low-Medium |
Source: Estimated from Steam regional trends and board game interest data
Carcassonne Platform Availability
The Steam edition of Carcassonne runs on Windows only — no Linux or Mac builds exist. Asmodee Digital publishes a separate mobile version on iOS and Android, though it operates independently of the Steam version with its own account system. There are no console releases for any platform. Digital board game titles with broader platform coverage, like Ticket to Ride, hold an advantage in reaching console audiences.
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows (Steam) | Yes |
| Linux | No |
| Mac | No |
| Xbox One / Series | No |
| PlayStation 3 / 4 / 5 | No |
| Nintendo Switch | No |
| Android | Yes (separate app) |
| iOS | Yes (separate app) |
Source: Steam Store, Asmodee Digital
Carcassonne Revenue and Ownership Estimates
At a $9.99 base price with six DLC packs available, Carcassonne’s lifetime Steam revenue is estimated between $690,000 and $5.7 million, depending on which ownership figure is used. The wide range reflects the gap between VG Insights (68,800 owners) and PlayTracker (576,500 owners). DLC attachment rates, which are unknown publicly, could push lifetime figures toward the higher end. Games like Wingspan operate in the same niche and face the same estimation limitations.
| Metric | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Base game price | $9.99 |
| DLC packs available | 6 |
| Conservative owner estimate (VG Insights) | ~68,800 |
| High owner estimate (PlayTracker) | ~576,500 |
| Estimated lifetime Steam revenue range | $690K – $5.7M |
| Peak spending period | May 2020 (Humble Bundle) |
Source: VG Insights, PlayTracker — revenue estimates based on ownership figures and base price; actual figures not publicly disclosed
Carcassonne Annual Activity Since Launch
Activity peaked in 2020 and has declined in each subsequent year, though the game has not gone dormant. Bundle promotions in 2021, 2023, 2024, and 2025 produced short-lived spikes visible in monthly data. The January 2026 jump of 108% suggests the title still responds to promotional exposure, even eight years after its Steam launch.
| Year | Relative Activity | Notable Events |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | Baseline | Steam launch (November) |
| 2018 | Low | First Humble Bundle (August) |
| 2019 | Low–Moderate | Fanatical bundle promotions |
| 2020 | Peak | COVID surge; Humble Bundle (May) |
| 2021 | High | Multiple bundle appearances |
| 2022 | Moderate | Declining from peak |
| 2023 | Low–Moderate | Play Pink bundle (January) |
| 2024 | Low | Play Pink bundle (January 2024) |
| 2025 | Low | Play for Miracles bundle (April) |
Source: SteamDB historical data
Carcassonne Twitch Viewership Statistics
Carcassonne has no active Twitch presence in 2026. Current viewer count is zero, and the 24-hour peak is also zero. The game’s all-time Twitch peak was 458 concurrent viewers, recorded approximately mid-2022. It does not generate regular streaming activity, which is consistent with its position as a turn-based strategy title rather than a competitive or action-driven game.
Source: TwitchTracker — Carcassonne viewership data
Is Carcassonne Online Down?
All three Carcassonne server components are currently operational. Matchmaking, web servers, and regional servers show no reported outages as of March 2026. Status indicators are derived from current Steam uptime data.
Source: Steam uptime data, March 2026
About Carcassonne Online
Carcassonne is a digital adaptation of the 2000 board game designed by Klaus-Jürgen Wrede. Developed by Artefacts Studio and published by Twin Sails Interactive, it launched on Steam on November 29, 2017. Players draw and place tiles to build a medieval landscape, then claim roads, cities, monasteries, and fields using wooden tokens called Meeples. It supports 2–5 players locally and online, with asynchronous play available. Six DLC packs bring expansions from the physical game, including Inns & Cathedrals and Traders & Builders.
FAQ
What is the current Carcassonne player count?
Carcassonne shows 77 active Steam players as of March 2026, with a 24-hour peak of 187. The February 2026 monthly peak was 539.
What is the all-time peak player count for Carcassonne?
The all-time Steam peak was 1,050 concurrent players, recorded in May 2020 during a Humble Bundle promotion that coincided with pandemic-era demand for digital board games.
What platforms is Carcassonne available on?
The Steam version runs on Windows only. Separate iOS and Android apps are available through Asmodee Digital. No console versions exist.
How many people own Carcassonne on Steam?
Ownership estimates range from 68,800 (VG Insights) to 576,500 (PlayTracker). The game has 2,640 total reviews and an 84.9% positive rating.
Is Carcassonne still active in 2026?
Yes, with a small but consistent player base. The January 2026 monthly peak jumped 108% to 437 players, indicating the title still responds to promotional activity.
