Most Played Cinematic Games on Steam
Take a look at the top cinematic games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of September 16th 2025. Want to explore even more cinematic titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best cinematic games.
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1. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader
Made in a close partnership with Games Workshop, Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a story-rich classical RPG from Owlcat Games, developers of the critically acclaimed game, Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous. Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader is a game developed and published by . Released on December 07th 2023 has received 30,805 reviews of which 26,360 were positive and 4,445 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played cinematic game, thanks to its 3,275 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.4
26,360
4,445
3,275
players
2. METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER
A remake of the 2004 game METAL GEAR SOLID 3: SNAKE EATER, with the same gripping story and engrossing world, now with all new graphics and 3D audio that enhance the jungle atmosphere. Get ready for the ultimate survival stealth action experience. METAL GEAR SOLID Δ: SNAKE EATER is a game developed and published by . Released on August 28th 2025 has received 10,521 reviews of which 8,827 were positive and 1,694 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. While seeing 2,468 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among cinematic games based on player count.
8.2
8,827
1,694
2,468
players
3. Detroit: Become Human
Detroit: Become Human puts the destiny of both mankind and androids in your hands, taking you to a near future where machines have become more intelligent than humans. Every choice you make affects the outcome of the game, with one of the most intricately branching narratives ever created. Detroit: Become Human is a game developed and published by . Released on June 18th 2020 has received 169,199 reviews of which 162,047 were positive and 7,152 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. While seeing 784 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among cinematic games based on player count.
9.5
162,047
7,152
784
players
4. Beyond: Two Souls
A unique psychological action thriller delivered by A-list Hollywood performances by Elliot Page and Willem Dafoe, Beyond: Two Souls takes you on a thrilling journey across the globe as you play out the remarkable life of Jodie Holmes. Beyond: Two Souls is a game developed and published by . Released on June 18th 2020 has received 28,027 reviews of which 24,755 were positive and 3,272 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 288 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.7
24,755
3,272
288
players
5. A Plague Tale: Requiem
Embark on a heartrending journey into a brutal, breathtaking world, and discover the cost of saving those you love in a desperate struggle for survival. Strike from the shadows or unleash hell with a variety of weapons, tools and unearthly powers. A Plague Tale: Requiem is a game developed and published by . Released on October 17th 2022 has received 20,610 reviews of which 18,772 were positive and 1,838 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.9 out of 10. With 179 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.9
18,772
1,838
179
players
6. The Quarry
When the sun goes down on the last night of summer camp, nine teenage counselors are plunged into an unpredictable night of horror. The only thing worse than the blood-drenched locals and creatures hunting them are the unimaginable choices you must make to help them survive. The Quarry is a game developed and published by . Released on June 09th 2022 has received 19,265 reviews of which 15,732 were positive and 3,533 were negative resulting in a rating of 8 out of 10. With 158 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8
15,732
3,533
158
players
7. Heavy Rain
Experience a gripping psychological thriller filled with innumerable twists and turns. The hunt is on for a murderer known only as the Origami Killer. Four characters, each following their own leads, must take part in a desperate attempt to prevent the killer from claiming a new victim. Heavy Rain is a game developed and published by . Released on June 18th 2020 has received 19,707 reviews of which 16,745 were positive and 2,962 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.3 out of 10. With 153 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.3
16,745
2,962
153
players
8. Bramble: The Mountain King
Bramble The Mountain King is a grim adventure set in a world inspired by dark, Nordic fables. Explore the beautiful yet dangerous and twisted land of Bramble in your endeavour to rescue your sister. Traverse a wondrous landscape and survive deadly encounters with Bramble's many hideous creatures. Bramble: The Mountain King is a game developed and published by . Released on April 27th 2023 has received 5,903 reviews of which 5,606 were positive and 297 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.2 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played cinematic games.
9.2
5,606
297
23
players
9. MAVRIX by Matt Jones
The ultimate multiplayer Open World designed by riders. Discover mountains and trails with limitless control and build your own career. Pull huge tricks or race through the global rankings! Nail challenges to secure sponsorship deals with real world brands. Are you ready?! MAVRIX by Matt Jones is a game developed and published by . Released on July 24th 2025 has received 477 reviews of which 377 were positive and 100 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played cinematic games.
7.5
377
100
23
players
10. Harold Halibut
Harold Halibut is a handmade narrative game about friendship and life on a city-sized spaceship submerged in an alien ocean. Join Harold as he explores a vibrant retro-future world in his quest to find the true meaning of ‘home’. Harold Halibut is a game developed and published by . Released on April 16th 2024 has received 881 reviews of which 742 were positive and 139 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.0 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played cinematic games.
8.0
742
139
20
players
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