Steam Game Trending Analytics
Compare trending performance and rankings of Steam games over time. Analyze trending scores, player momentum, and historical data for multiple games side-by-side with interactive charts.
Our trending algorithm analyzes real-time player interest and momentum across multiple signals. Learn more about our transparent scoring methodology.
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What You Can Analyze
Multi-Metric Trending Scores
Not just player counts, our algorithm combines top seller rankings (30%), growth velocity (30%), player momentum, review activity, wishlist movements, and news coverage into one comprehensive signal.
Historical Performance Tracking
Track how a game's trending score changes over time. See momentum shifts, identify peak performance periods, and spot emerging trends before they peak.
Competitive Ranking Analysis
Monitor how games move up or down the trending rankings. Compare competitive positioning and understand which games are gaining or losing market traction.
Side-by-Side Comparison
View up to 6 games simultaneously on the same chart. Perfect for competitive analysis, portfolio tracking, or understanding market trends across multiple titles.
Flexible Time Ranges
Zoom into 1-day spikes or zoom out to 1-month trends. Adjust the time range to match your analysis needs, from viral moments to sustained growth patterns.
Hourly Data Updates
Data refreshes hourly from Steam's official APIs. See momentum changes as they happen, not hours or days later. Fresh insights for timely decisions.
Who Uses This Tool?
Game Developers & Publishers
Track your game's performance against competitors. Measure the impact of updates, sales, and marketing campaigns. Identify the best launch windows by watching market trends and competitive positioning.
Content Creators & Streamers
Spot trending games before they peak. Plan content around emerging titles. Understand which games are gaining viewer interest based on real-time momentum data.
Market Researchers & Analysts
Analyze Steam market trends with data-driven insights. Generate competitive intelligence reports. Track performance patterns, seasonal trends, and market opportunities.
Social Media & Communities
Share performance screenshots to discuss new releases, viral successes, or unexpected trends. Perfect for gaming communities, Discord servers, and Twitter discussions showcasing game momentum.
Game Press & Media
Support articles, reports, and blog posts with data-backed insights. Export analytics for industry coverage, trend pieces, and market analysis journalism.
Gaming Enthusiasts
Discover what's gaining traction across Steam. Track your most-anticipated games leading up to release. Stay ahead of gaming trends with real-time data.
How to Use Analytics
Search and Add Games
Use the search bar to find games on Steam. Click to add them to your comparison (up to 6 games). The URL updates automatically so you can bookmark or share your view.
Adjust Time Range
Select your analysis period: 1 day (viral spikes), 3 days (recent momentum), 1 week (sustained trends), or 1 month (long-term patterns). Each view reveals different insights.
Toggle Score vs Rank View
Switch between trending score (momentum strength) and rank (competitive position). Score shows intensity, rank shows relative standing. Both are valuable.
Analyze Trends & Patterns
Look for spikes (major events), sustained growth (healthy momentum), or declines (waning interest). Compare trajectories to understand competitive dynamics and market opportunities.
About Our Data & Methodology
Our trending scores use a transparent, multi-factor algorithm that combines Steam's official data sources including top seller rankings (30% weight), growth velocity (30%), player momentum, review activity, wishlist movements, and news coverage.
We apply size adjustments to ensure fair comparisons between indie and AAA titles, preventing statistical noise from small games while rewarding genuine momentum. All data refreshes hourly from Steam's public APIs.