Steam has unveiled its list of best-selling games for 2024, categorized based on total gross revenue. Exact revenue figures are not disclosed, but we group the games into four tiers: Platinum (1st–12th), Gold (13th–24th), Silver (25th–50th), and Bronze (51st–100th).
Alongside these revenue-based rankings, Steam also features sub-categories like Top Sellers, New Releases, Most Played, Steam Deck, Controller, and VR, providing additional insights into the year’s top-performing titles.
In the Platinum category for gross revenue, live-service games continued to dominate. Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, PUBG Battlegrounds, and Destiny 2 led the charts, showcasing their sustained popularity. Premium titles also held their ground, with award-winning games like Black Myth: Wukong, Baldur’s Gate 3, and Elden Ring earning their spots. Notably, Black Myth: Wukong emerged as a standout, winning multiple awards this year, while Baldur’s Gate 3 continued to shine, bolstered by consistent updates from Larian Studios.
The New Releases category highlighted major 2024 debuts, including Path of Exile II, Helldivers 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and, unsurprisingly, Black Myth: Wukong. Steam determines this category by evaluating revenue from a game’s first two weeks post-launch. These titles quickly climbed to the Platinum tier, reflecting their immense initial success.
When it comes to peak concurrent players, live-service games reigned supreme. Games like Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, and the newly launched Marvel Rivals saw over 450,000 peak players, assuring their authority. However, premium games like Helldivers 2, Black Myth: Wukong, and Elden Ring also held their own, luring massive player bases.
Even though it was thought of as a quieter year for gaming, 2024 produced several notable hits. Many of these titles went on to win awards, further solidifying their success. Steam’s list underscores how live-service games and high-quality premium titles can coexist and thrive in today’s dynamic gaming landscape. Whether through consistent updates or award-winning gameplay, these games captivated millions and left a lasting mark on the year.
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