Most Played Fast-Paced Games on Steam

Take a look at the top fast-paced games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of September 16th 2025. Want to explore even more fast-paced titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best fast-paced games.

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1. ULTRAKILL

ULTRAKILL is a fast-paced ultraviolent retro FPS combining the skill-based style scoring from character action games with unadulterated carnage inspired by the best shooters of the '90s. Rip apart your foes with varied destructive weapons and shower in their blood to regain your health. ULTRAKILL is a game developed and published by . Released on September 03rd 2020 has received 169,751 reviews of which 165,867 were positive and 3,884 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.6 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played fast-paced game, thanks to its 1,865 peak concurrent players over the last day.
9.6
165,867
3,884

1,865
players

2. DOOM Eternal

Hell’s armies have invaded Earth. Become the Slayer in an epic single-player campaign to conquer demons across dimensions and stop the final destruction of humanity. The only thing they fear... is you. DOOM Eternal is a game developed and published by . Released on March 19th 2020 has received 206,026 reviews of which 187,807 were positive and 18,219 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.0 out of 10. While seeing 649 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among fast-paced games based on player count.
9.0
187,807
18,219

649
players

3. Beat Saber

Beat Saber is a VR rhythm game where you slash the beats of adrenaline-pumping music as they fly towards you, surrounded by a futuristic world. Beat Saber is a game developed and published by . Released on May 21st 2019 has received 74,612 reviews of which 71,341 were positive and 3,271 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.4 out of 10. While seeing 386 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among fast-paced games based on player count.
9.4
71,341
3,271

386
players

4. Pizza Tower

Pizza Tower is a fast paced 2D platformer, with an emphasis on movement, exploration and score attack. Featuring highly stylized pixel art inspired by the cartoons from the '90s, and a highly energetic soundtrack. Pizza Tower is a game developed and published by . Released on January 26th 2023 has received 66,693 reviews of which 65,599 were positive and 1,094 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.7 out of 10. With 333 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.7
65,599
1,094

333
players

5. Haste

Run fast, soar through the air, and master your landings as you speed through procedural worlds to outrun the end of the universe, by yourself and with friends! Haste is a game developed and published by . Released on April 01st 2025 has received 6,134 reviews of which 5,603 were positive and 531 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. With 293 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.8
5,603
531

293
players

6. UBERMOSH Vol.3

The third volume of the arcade series UBERMOSH. UBERMOSH Vol.3 is a game developed and published by . Released on August 15th 2016 has received 308 reviews of which 274 were positive and 34 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.2 out of 10. With 271 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.2
274
34

271
players

7. Sonic Adventure 2

Experience two unique adventures featuring both long-time heroes and new and returning villains as they battle for the fate of the world! Sonic Adventure 2 is a game developed and published by . Released on November 19th 2012 has received 25,472 reviews of which 22,711 were positive and 2,761 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.7 out of 10. With 267 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.7
22,711
2,761

267
players

8. Quake Live

Experience the most exciting and fast-paced FPS gameplay while competing with players from around the world in over 100 arenas, a dozen game modes, and with persistent career stats tracking, in this online features-focused successor to Quake III Arena. Quake Live is a game developed and published by . Released on September 17th 2014 has received 15,377 reviews of which 13,303 were positive and 2,074 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.5 out of 10. With 242 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
8.5
13,303
2,074

242
players

9. UBERMOSH:BLACK

UBERMOSH:BLACK is the second volume of the arcade series UBERMOSH. Cut bullets with your sword, shoot with heavy guns and splatter enemies with a rage fueled psionic wave. UBERMOSH:BLACK is a game developed and published by . Released on February 17th 2016 has received 365 reviews of which 306 were positive and 59 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 160 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
7.8
306
59

160
players

10. SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS

Shadow the Hedgehog is back with Classic and Modern Sonic in SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS, an all-new collection featuring two unique experiences! SONIC X SHADOW GENERATIONS is a game developed and published by . Released on October 24th 2024 has received 12,486 reviews of which 12,161 were positive and 325 were negative resulting in an impressive rating of 9.5 out of 10. With 151 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played fast-paced games.
9.5
12,161
325

151
players