Helldivers 2 Dominates Steam Sales Chart Thanks to Major Update and Crossover Event

Helldivers 2 Climbs to Top of Steam Sales

The latest weekly Steam sales chart has seen a significant shift, with Arrowhead Game Studios' co-op shooter, Helldivers 2, reclaiming the coveted number one spot. This surge comes as the euphoria surrounding the recent Battlefield 6 tests has waned, causing it to fall out of the top ten.

Helldivers 2's return to the top is attributed to two key factors: a substantial new update focusing on Terminid hive worlds, which is now live, and an intriguing collaboration event with the Halo universe. These additions have clearly resonated with players, driving strong engagement and purchases.

The period from August 26 to September 2 also saw several other titles either set new all-time peak concurrent player counts or significantly update their previous records:

• Hollow Knight — 71,083 players
• Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater — 19,634 players
• SUPER ROBOT WARS Y — 14,812 players
• Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar — 11,961 players
• Waterpark Simulator — 6,919 players
• Gears of War: Reloaded — 4,819 players
• Whisper of the House — 4,015 players
• Shinobi: Art of Vengeance — 3,355 players

Steam's Top Performers by Revenue

The top 10 paid products by revenue on Steam for the week showcased some notable shifts (previous week's rank in parentheses):

• 1. Helldivers 2 (11)
• 2. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater (6)
• 3. Steam Deck (1)
• 4. Path of Exile 2 (25)
• 5. Borderlands 4 (7)
• 6. NBA 2K26 (61)
• 7. No Man’s Sky (-)
• 8. Hogwarts Legacy (66)
• 9. Red Dead Redemption 2 (57)
• 10. PEAK (3)

When considering all products, including free-to-play titles, the list reflects a broader view of player engagement:

• 1. Counter-Strike 2 (Free-to-play)
• 2. Helldivers 2
• 3. PUBG: Battlegrounds (Free-to-play)
• 4. Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater
• 5. Steam Deck
• 6. Path of Exile 2
• 7. Apex Legends (Free-to-play)
• 8. Borderlands 4
• 9. NBA 2K26
• 10. No Man’s Sky

This week's chart demonstrates the power of fresh content and collaborative events in revitalizing player interest and driving sales. For Helldivers 2 players, this means continued developer support and engaging new challenges to dive into. Looking ahead, Steam is preparing for a Political Simulator Festival, followed by its major Autumn Sale, scheduled to run from September 29 to October 6. Players should prepare their wallets for some exciting deals!