New Leader: Steam’s Most Downloaded PC Games Revealed

Wednesday, 30 April 2025 at 05:45

Steam, the world’s largest digital PC game distribution platform, continues to attract attention with its popular discount events and frequent content updates. This week, Steam has officially revealed the most downloaded PC games, offering insights into what gamers are playing the most right now. The list is a mix of newly released titles and long-standing fan favorites, with a strong showing from free-to-play games.

Steam shows the week's most downloaded PC games

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered is at the top of the list, being a remastered version of the classic role-playing game that is loved by current gamers and those who have played it before. The game's improved graphics and better gameplay have impressed the masses and landed it the number one spot.

Following closely behind is Counter-Strike 2, the modern iteration of Valve’s legendary tactical shooter. So, its enduring popularity and competitive scene keep it firmly in the spotlight. In third place is Clair Obscur: Expedition 33, a visually striking new release that blends unique storytelling with captivating gameplay.

Surprisingly, Valve's portable games console Steam Deck comes in at number four. While it is hardware rather than software, it is listed here because of massive demand and big downloads for its setup software and updates.

New Leader Emerges: Steam Reveals This Week’s Most Downloaded PC Games

Following is the complete list of the most downloaded PC games on Steam for the week ending April 29:

The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered
Counter-Strike 2
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
Steam Deck
Schedule I
MahjongSoul
REPO
PUBG: Battlegrounds
Once Human
Marvel Rivals
RuneScape: Dragonwilds
Forza Horizon 5
Last Epoch
Monster Hunter Wilds
Apex Legends
Overwatch 2
The Hundred Line – Final Defense Academy
Tempest Rising
War Thunder
Warframe
Throne and Liberty
Split Fiction
Grand Theft Auto V Legacy
The Last of Us Part II Remastered
Baldur's Gate 3
Dead by Daylight
The Long Dark
Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege
Resident Evil 4
Delta Force

This list shows a combination of game types, including battle royale, RPGs, remakes, and new indie launches. So, have you tried playing any of these games recently? Share your favorites in the comments!