Once Human Surpasses 30 Million Users
Once Human, the post-apocalyptic free-to-play title developed by Starry Studio, has reached a significant milestone with over 30 million users on PC, the studio announced at Gamescom 2026. The game has maintained strong player engagement with an 80% positive rating on Steam, indicating solid community reception since its launch.
The announcement comes alongside news of an upcoming console expansion, which will bring the game to additional platforms and introduce Once Human to a broader audience beyond PC players. According to Derek Qiu, head of operations at Starry Studio, the console ports represent a key growth opportunity for the title as it enters its next phase.
The free-to-play model has clearly resonated with players, making Once Human one of the notable success stories in the post-apocalyptic gaming space. The move to consoles suggests the developers are confident in the game’s potential for continued expansion and player acquisition across multiple platforms.