Most Played Hunting Games on Steam
Take a look at the top hunting games that are currently attracting the largest player bases on the Steam platform, as of July 15th 2025. Want to explore even more hunting titles available on Steam? Explore the complete list of the best hunting games.
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1. theHunter: Call of the Wild™
Discover an atmospheric hunting game like no other in this realistic, stunning open world – regularly updated in collaboration with the community. Immerse yourself in the single player campaign, or share the ultimate hunting experience with friends. theHunter: Call of the Wild™ is a game developed and published by . Released on February 16th 2017 has received 177,610 reviews of which 157,641 were positive and 19,969 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.8 out of 10. The game has hit the top spot as the #1 most played hunting game, thanks to its 3,128 peak concurrent players over the last day.
8.8
157,641
19,969
3,128
players
2. MONSTER HUNTER RISE
Rise to the challenge and join the hunt! In Monster Hunter Rise, the latest installment in the award-winning and top-selling Monster Hunter series, you’ll become a hunter, explore brand new maps and use a variety of weapons to take down fearsome monsters as part of an all-new storyline. MONSTER HUNTER RISE is a game developed and published by . Released on January 12th 2022 has received 112,672 reviews of which 92,564 were positive and 20,108 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. While seeing 2,313 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #2 among hunting games based on player count.
8.1
92,564
20,108
2,313
players
3. Soulmask
Escaping a deadly sacrificial ritual, you find an ancient mystical mask on your journey. This mask holds potent knowledge, changing the world you knew. Face the harsh challenges of nature, survive, rally followers, and build your own tribe. Explore and unveil the truths behind the enigmatic mask. Soulmask is a game developed and published by . Released on May 30th 2024 has received 14,866 reviews of which 11,979 were positive and 2,887 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.9 out of 10. While seeing 1,741 players online at once in the last 24 hours, this game is currently ranked #3 among hunting games based on player count.
7.9
11,979
2,887
1,741
players
4. Far Cry® Primal
The award-winning Far Cry franchise returns with its innovative open world gameplay, bringing together massive beasts, breathtaking environments, and unpredictable savage encounters. Welcome to the Stone Age, a time of danger and adventure. Far Cry® Primal is a game developed and published by . Released on February 29th 2016 has received 32,892 reviews of which 28,267 were positive and 4,625 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.4 out of 10. With 390 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #4 spot among the most played hunting games.
8.4
28,267
4,625
390
players
5. Way of the Hunter
Become the new owner of a hunting lodge nestled among gorgeous habitats and rich animal populations. Explore vast open world environments and hunt with a premium selection of firearms. Enjoy the perfect hunt on your own or with friends in co-op. Way of the Hunter is a game developed and published by . Released on August 16th 2022 has received 8,953 reviews of which 7,111 were positive and 1,842 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. With 200 concurrent players in the last 24 hours, the game currently holds the #5 spot among the most played hunting games.
7.8
7,111
1,842
200
players
6. GOD EATER 3
Set in a post-apocalyptic setting, it’s up to your special team of God Eaters to take down god-like monsters devastating the world. With an epic story, unique characters, and all new God Arcs and Aragami, the latest evolution in ACTION is here! GOD EATER 3 is a game developed and published by . Released on February 07th 2019 has received 9,371 reviews of which 7,450 were positive and 1,921 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #6 spot among the most played hunting games.
7.8
7,450
1,921
42
players
7. Prehistoric Hunt
Dive into intense dinosaur hunting adventures with your friends. Complete hunting contracts for Preton Corporation. Gather rewards, improve your equipment and become a master hunter. Are you the hunter or the hunted? Prehistoric Hunt is a game developed and published by . Released on December 01st 2020 has received 483 reviews of which 399 were positive and 84 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.8 out of 10. The game currently holds the #7 spot among the most played hunting games.
7.8
399
84
42
players
8. Animalia Survival
Live as your favourite african animal, choose between being a carnivore, herbivore or omnivore, predator or prey. In this multiplayer ecosystem, with a realistic open world, choose to become a lion, a elephant or even a swift gazelle! But remember, the savannahs law is to survive at any cost! Animalia Survival is a game developed and published by . Released on September 09th 2021 has received 2,748 reviews of which 1,756 were positive and 992 were negative resulting in a rating of 6.3 out of 10. The game currently holds the #8 spot among the most played hunting games.
6.3
1,756
992
38
players
9. GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst
Swear your oath as a GOD EATER and drive back the supernatural harbingers of Earth’s destruction. Buy GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst and get GOD EATER Resurrection FOR FREE GOD EATER 2 Rage Burst is a game developed and published by . Released on August 29th 2016 has received 4,539 reviews of which 3,524 were positive and 1,015 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.5 out of 10. The game currently holds the #9 spot among the most played hunting games.
7.5
3,524
1,015
18
players
10. LIVE A LIVE
The legend is alive! LIVE A LIVE, originally only released for the Super Famicom in Japan, is being revived on Steam! Experience this legendary RPG, brought alive in the same HD-2D visual style as OCTOPATH TRAVELER. LIVE A LIVE is a game developed and published by . Released on April 27th 2023 has received 683 reviews of which 588 were positive and 95 were negative resulting in a rating of 8.1 out of 10. The game currently holds the #10 spot among the most played hunting games.
8.1
588
95
17
players