Mewgenics Has Officially Beaten Hades 2

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Mewgenics is now the most popular game in its category, exceeding the previous record held by Hades 2. This is a huge achievement for the small, independent team behind it. Created by Edmund McMillen and Tyler Glaiel, Mewgenics was a long-term project, with development starting over ten years ago. It went through many changes before becoming the turn-based strategy game it is today, where players breed and battle unique cats.

Although the game’s concept might seem unusual, its successful launch indicates a lot of people were eagerly waiting for it – both longtime fans of the developer and new players interested in its complex gameplay. Previously, Hades 2, created by Supergiant Games, had set a record for the most players simultaneously playing a roguelike game on Steam. Building on the success of the first Hades, it created a lot of excitement when it entered early access and then officially launched, reaching a peak of around 112,947 concurrent players. This number was considered exceptionally high for the genre.

Mewgenics Becomes Steam’s Most Played Roguelike Ever

Recent Steam data shows that Mewgenics quickly became very popular, reaching over 115,000 players at the same time soon after its release. This surpasses the previous record for the roguelike genre, held by Hades 2 at just under 113,000 concurrent players. Unlike Hades 2, Mewgenics’ player numbers could still increase, solidifying its position as the most popular roguelike game on Steam based on peak concurrent players.

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The game Mewgenics quickly became popular, exceeding expectations not just by outselling a major sequel from a well-known developer, but by doing so right after its release. While many games see a surge of players on launch day, reaching 100,000 concurrent players is unusual for roguelikes, which tend to appeal to a smaller, more dedicated audience than genres like battle royale or team-based shooters.

The successful launch shows that more and more people are getting into roguelike games. Over the last ten years, these types of games – which feature randomly generated levels, ongoing character improvements, and diverse combat – have become increasingly popular. Mewgenics is unique because it combines cat breeding with strategic, turn-based battles and a complex genetic system that affects how characters develop and progress. This detailed design seems to be attracting players who want a game with lots of depth and things to do over and over again.

Key Launch Metrics for Mewgenics

  • 115,000+ peak concurrent players on Steam
  • Surpassed Hades 2‘s 112,947 all-time peak
  • Achieved record within days of release
  • Immediately became the most played roguelike by concurrent players in Steam history
  • Broke past the 100,000 concurrent player threshold, a rare feat for the genre

The game also surpassed The Binding of Isaac: Rebirth’s 70,701 player record.

The game’s launch was incredibly successful, as shown by high player numbers on Steam. The fact that it broke previous records suggests many people who had added it to their wishlists actually bought it, and that the marketing and community building were effective. Edmund McMillen, the creator, is well-known for difficult, complex games like The Binding of Isaac, which likely helped the game gain traction quickly. While player numbers can change, a strong start like this usually means the game will be commercially successful.

It’s important to remember that the number of players online at the same time (concurrent players) shows how many people are playing right now, not how many copies of the game have been sold overall. But in a competitive genre like roguelikes on Steam, reaching a high peak of concurrent players usually means a lot of copies were sold quickly. People in the gaming industry often look at these numbers to see how well a game launched, how much attention it’s getting, and how likely it is to stay popular on Steam.

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It’s still uncertain if Mewgenics will keep players engaged for as long as other popular roguelikes. Long-term success usually requires ongoing updates, balancing adjustments, and support from the player community. However, achieving higher peak player numbers than Hades 2 already establishes Mewgenics as a significant title in the roguelike genre. Currently, Mewgenics is Steam’s most played roguelike based on peak concurrent players, highlighting both the genre’s increasing popularity and the appeal of creative indie games.

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2026-02-17 14:04