Steam’s Best Sellers of 2024: Apex Legends, Elden Ring, and Baldur’s Gate 3 Dominate
Steam has revealed the best-selling games of 2024, showcasing the titles that raked in the highest gross revenue. This year’s list, categorized into tiers—Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze—highlights both live-service and premium titles that captivated gamers worldwide and you can check out the official list on the Steam page..
Leading the Platinum tier are fan-favorites like Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, and Destiny 2, alongside award-winning blockbusters such as Baldur’s Gate 3, Elden Ring, and the critically acclaimed Black Myth: Wukong. Despite its 2023 release, Baldur’s Gate 3 continues to thrive, with Larian Studios keeping players engaged through steady updates and content drops.
In the New Releases category, Path of Exile II, Helldivers 2, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, and Black Myth: Wukong quickly rose to prominence. Steam’s Platinum designation for new games is determined by revenue generated within the first two weeks of release—a testament to these titles' immediate impact.
Peak concurrent player stats also reveal the enduring popularity of live-service games. Heavy-hitters like Apex Legends, Counter-Strike 2, and the newly launched Marvel Rivals dominated, each surpassing 450,000 concurrent players. Premium games like Helldivers 2, Black Myth: Wukong, and Elden Ring also made their mark, proving that traditional titles still have a stronghold in the gaming community.
While 2024 may have felt quieter in comparison to previous years, the roster of best-sellers demonstrates that gamers were spoiled with quality releases. Titles like Black Myth: Wukong not only earned top spots but also swept multiple awards, solidifying their legacy in the industry.
What was your favorite game of 2024?
