How many people are playing The Merlies right now?

1 people are playing The Merlies on Steam right now, making it the 6274th most played game on Steam. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 2 players. The number updates every few minutes.

What is The Merlies's all-time peak player count?

The Merlies's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 38, reached in October 2026.

Is The Merlies good? What do Steam reviews say?

90% of 40 Steam user reviews are positive (Positive).

How much does The Merlies cost on Steam?

The Merlies costs $19.99 on Steam (US).

Does The Merlies work on Steam Deck?

The Merlies is Verified for Steam Deck, according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

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The Merlies

by Darjeeling, Blue Ramen, ARTE France · published by ARTE France, GCORES PUBLISHING · Released Sep 29, 2026

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#6,274

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Review score

90% positive

Positive40 reviews

Owners (est., from reviews)800–2.4K

24h peak

Highest seen38

Oct 202634 days ago

Price on Steam

$19.99

Lowest ever $19.99 Nov 2026

Concurrent players

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Reviews

90% positive of 40 · Positive · Live from Steam

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Steam Deck

Works great on Steam Deck. Results from Valve's own testing.

Steam Deck Verified

✓Default controller config fully functional
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✓Interface text is legible
✓Default configuration is performant

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Patches & builds

Every build released on Steam for this game since we started tracking it, with the developer's patch notes. Updated within minutes of each new build.

Oct 29, 2026, 6:05 PM UTC
Build 26276159the current build when we started tracking2.4 GB on Windows

Patch notes

Oct 5, 2026
PatchPatch Notes & Improvements #2 🛠️
Hi everyone,We've been busy reading and adressing all your feedback! Thank you so much for your kind messages, it really means a lot to us. It's heartwarming to see how much you're enjoying the game, and it gives us the perfect motivation to keep polishing it …
Oct 1, 2026
PatchPatch Notes & Improvements 🛠️
Hello everyone,Thank you all so much for playing The Merlies and sharing your feedback with us since launch. We’ve been hard at work planning improvements and fixing bugs to make sure your flight through this colourful world is as smooth as possible.We are rel…
Jun 15, 2026
PatchDemo update: Map & cute cutscenes added
Tweet-tweet everyone!We are happy to let you know that The Merlies Demo has just received a new update for this Steam Next Fest!To improve your experience, we added a couple of features that should make your adventure smoother:An in-game map is now available E…

Other news (6)

Sep 29, 2026
The Merlies is OUT NOW! 🐦
After years of development, The Merlies is finally out today on Steam and Nintendo Switch!You can now take flight, explore a ruined world as a small bird, and build a safe home for your flock.What you’ll do in the game 🍃 Explore as a bird: Fly through old hum…
Sep 8, 2026
📢 The Merlies is launching on September 29!
Hey everyone, Mark your calendars, our tiny flock is ready for the big day! We are thrilled to announce that The Merlies will officially release on September 29 on PC and Nintendo Switch 🐦What awaits you in The MerliesEnjoy a metroidvania experience where com…
Jun 29, 2026
Demo is now fully playable on keyboard
Hello everyone ! We have some great news to share! The latest update is now live, and The Merlies demo is fully playable on keyboard. If you haven't tried the demo yet because you were waiting for keyboard support, now is the perfect time to jump in! We have h…
May 15, 2026
🛠️ Keyboard & Mouse Support is in the Works!
Hello everyone, Thank you for playing The Merlies! We have been closely following the community discussions lately and gathering your feedback.We are very sorry for the inconvenience caused by the current version only supporting controllers. To ensure you can …
Apr 16, 2026
The Merlies at Galaxies Showcase!
This week The Merlies is part of Galaxies Showcase! We will participate to the showcase with a new exclusive gameplay videoIf you want to learn more about this adorable bird community, check out tonight’s Live, at 7pm (Paris Time):On Twitch: And Youtube: Want …
Mar 19, 2026
The Merlies is part of Earth Appreciation Day Festival!
From April 17th to 24th, Cool Earth and Slug Disco will spread love for Nature in the game industry with Earth Appreciation Day, a Steam event fundraising for the Planet!The Merlies will feature in their front page Steam sale with an exclusive demo.Explore our…

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History

What changed on Steam for this game since we started following it: prices and sales, builds, name, release date and review score.

Review score: 90% on 2026-11-01 → 90% today (40 reviews)

Nov 1, 2026Price$19.99

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The Merlies player count and quick facts

How many people are playing The Merlies right now?: 1 people are playing The Merlies on Steam right now, making it the 6274th most played game on Steam. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 2 players. The number updates every few minutes.
What is The Merlies's all-time peak player count?: The Merlies's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 38, reached in October 2026.
Is The Merlies good? What do Steam reviews say?: 90% of 40 Steam user reviews are positive (Positive).
How much does The Merlies cost on Steam?: The Merlies costs $19.99 on Steam (US).
Does The Merlies work on Steam Deck?: The Merlies is Verified for Steam Deck, according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

Live data from Steam, tracked by SteamPlayerBase.

Store info

Gather the Merlies and lead your squad of tiny birds in search of harmony through a gentle post-apocalyptic wholesomevania. Use each one’s own ability to open new paths, and customize your village from the scraps you bring back.

Developer: Darjeeling, Blue Ramen, ARTE France
Publisher: ARTE France, GCORES PUBLISHING
Release date: Sep 29, 2026
Install size: 500 MB minimum
Platforms: macOS · Windows
Genres: Adventure, Indie · All
Steam app ID: 2521160

Patches & builds

Every build released on Steam for this game since we started tracking it, with the developer's patch notes. Updated within minutes of each new build.

Oct 29, 2026, 6:05 PM UTC
Build 26276159the current build when we started tracking2.4 GB on Windows

Patch notes

Oct 5, 2026
PatchPatch Notes & Improvements #2 🛠️
Hi everyone,We've been busy reading and adressing all your feedback! Thank you so much for your kind messages, it really means a lot to us. It's heartwarming to see how much you're enjoying the game, and it gives us the perfect motivation to keep polishing it …
Oct 1, 2026
PatchPatch Notes & Improvements 🛠️
Hello everyone,Thank you all so much for playing The Merlies and sharing your feedback with us since launch. We’ve been hard at work planning improvements and fixing bugs to make sure your flight through this colourful world is as smooth as possible.We are rel…
Jun 15, 2026
PatchDemo update: Map & cute cutscenes added
Tweet-tweet everyone!We are happy to let you know that The Merlies Demo has just received a new update for this Steam Next Fest!To improve your experience, we added a couple of features that should make your adventure smoother:An in-game map is now available E…

Other news (6)

Sep 29, 2026
The Merlies is OUT NOW! 🐦
After years of development, The Merlies is finally out today on Steam and Nintendo Switch!You can now take flight, explore a ruined world as a small bird, and build a safe home for your flock.What you’ll do in the game 🍃 Explore as a bird: Fly through old hum…
Sep 8, 2026
📢 The Merlies is launching on September 29!
Hey everyone, Mark your calendars, our tiny flock is ready for the big day! We are thrilled to announce that The Merlies will officially release on September 29 on PC and Nintendo Switch 🐦What awaits you in The MerliesEnjoy a metroidvania experience where com…
Jun 29, 2026
Demo is now fully playable on keyboard
Hello everyone ! We have some great news to share! The latest update is now live, and The Merlies demo is fully playable on keyboard. If you haven't tried the demo yet because you were waiting for keyboard support, now is the perfect time to jump in! We have h…
May 15, 2026
🛠️ Keyboard & Mouse Support is in the Works!
Hello everyone, Thank you for playing The Merlies! We have been closely following the community discussions lately and gathering your feedback.We are very sorry for the inconvenience caused by the current version only supporting controllers. To ensure you can …
Apr 16, 2026
The Merlies at Galaxies Showcase!
This week The Merlies is part of Galaxies Showcase! We will participate to the showcase with a new exclusive gameplay videoIf you want to learn more about this adorable bird community, check out tonight’s Live, at 7pm (Paris Time):On Twitch: And Youtube: Want …
Mar 19, 2026
The Merlies is part of Earth Appreciation Day Festival!
From April 17th to 24th, Cool Earth and Slug Disco will spread love for Nature in the game industry with Earth Appreciation Day, a Steam event fundraising for the Planet!The Merlies will feature in their front page Steam sale with an exclusive demo.Explore our…

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