How many people are playing Outbreak right now?

0 people are playing Outbreak on Steam right now. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 0 players. The number updates every few minutes.

What is Outbreak's all-time peak player count?

Outbreak's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 191, reached in May 2020.

Is Outbreak good? What do Steam reviews say?

66% of 103 Steam user reviews are positive (Mixed).

How much does Outbreak cost on Steam?

Outbreak costs $9.99 on Steam (US). The lowest price we've recorded is $0.99.

Does Outbreak work on Steam Deck?

Outbreak is Playable on Steam Deck (with small issues), according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

Outbreak

by Dead Drop Studios LLC · Released Jan 17, 2017

Steam Deck Playable

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Review score

66% positive

Mixed103 reviews

Owners (est.)100K–200K

24h peak

Highest seen191

May 20206.5 years ago

Price on Steam

$9.99

Lowest ever $0.99 Nov 2026

Concurrent players

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Reviews

66% positive of 103 · Mixed · Live from Steam

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Steam Deck

Works, but may need extra effort. Results from Valve's own testing.

Steam Deck Playable

!Default controller config not fully functional
!Text input does not automatically invokes keyboard
!Interface text is not legible
✓Controller glyphs match deck device
✓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.

Patch notes

Jan 30, 2026
PatchWinter Progress Update! Big News Soon!
Hello Survivors! https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/8f7f386d910bf811a5c84c6f3224fe5efd032af8.jpg Since the holidays ended, we've been hunkering down and working on all things Outbreak: Shades of Horror! We wanted to come up for air and give yo…
Dec 18, 2025
PatchNew Patch Live! Winter Wonderland Season Begins! Steam Winter Sale Discounts!
Hello Survivors! Today marks a major patch release for Outbreak: Shades of Horror! Cypress Ridge is getting festive for the holidays! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1932190/Outbreak_Shades_of_Horror/ Here's what you can expect to see after updating the gam…
Nov 7, 2025
PatchDetails on next patch! Winter Wonderland coming soon!
Hello Survivors! This is just a quick update about what you can expect to see coming soon to Outbreak: Shades of Horror! https://store.steampowered.com/app/1932190/Outbreak_Shades_of_Horror/ Toward the end of next week (Nov 12-15), we will be deploying the nex…
Mar 13, 2025
PatchMarch 2025 Update - Trailer & Modes Overview!
Hello Survivors! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/59770769ab289361111794199201d10bb4b9bd4b.png First, check out this new trailer: https://youtu.be/vtxiPu7Cr8Q Today, we're going to break down the game's modes and hub area for you! The entire…

Other news (16)

Oct 30, 2026
Buy DINOBREAK on PS5 disc NOW!
Buy DINOBREAK on PS5 disc NOW!Purchase DINOBREAK on PS5 physically in both Standard and Extra Editions now at VGNYsoft.com for a rip-roaring good time!Order now: https://www.vgnysoft.com/dinobreak-ps5-physicalHello Survivors!We are thrilled to announce that ou…
Aug 8, 2026
TAILBREAK is now available on Steam, PS5, and XBOX!
TAILBREAK is now available on Steam, PlayStation 5, and XBOX Play Anywhere!Experience an alternate retelling of DINOBREAK with a brand new fully voiced adventure as Alex and Rin try to escape Cypress Ridge in the midst of a dino invasion! Pull up to the arcade…
Oct 30, 2025
Halloween Arrives in Cypress Ridge! Seasonal Event on NOW!
Hello Survivors! Even in the middle of a zombie apocalypse, it's important to celebrate the holidays. Our first seasonal event, Halloween, is live now! Here's what you can expect to see: Cypress Reel is even spookier! https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images…
Oct 24, 2025
Win a PS5! Outbreak: Shades of Horror Launch Stream @ 7:15pm ET TONIGHT!
Hello Survivors! This is just a quick note to invite you to our launch stream tonight!! https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/59770769ab289361111794199201d10bb4b9bd4b.png We'll be going live from 7:15pm ET until 12am midnight ET with a special st…
Oct 24, 2025
Outbreak: Shades of Horror Steam Early Access Launch is LIVE! Launch details and MORE!
Hey Survivors! After three years of hard work, we are thrilled to launch Outbreak: Shades of Horror on Steam Early Access. Thank you to all of you who have followed the game’s development and sent us encouragement! https://youtu.be/kj_lyq1tGOA https://store.st…
Sep 25, 2025
Outbreak: Shades of Horror Early Access Version Launches on October 24th!
Hey Survivors! We are excited to announce the official roadmap for Outbreak: Shades of Horror’s initial release and beyond! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/842b9a465cf81c490660e45a68c70e50d226e53c.jpg Getting to this moment has been nearly …
Sep 10, 2025
Stream Tonight! Giveaway! MGS3 Delta & Outbreak: Shades of Horror!
We're going live on our Twitch channel TONIGHT at 7:15pm ET with more MGS3 Delta, and after we'll be playing some more co-op Outbreak: Shades of Horror!. Come hang out with us and you have a chance to win a PS5 DualSense controller (open to US residents only)!…
Aug 13, 2025
Stream Tonight!! Giveaway! Killing Floor III & Outbreak: Shades of Horror Co-op!
Hello Survivors! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/842b9a465cf81c490660e45a68c70e50d226e53c.jpg We're going live on our Twitch channel TONIGHT at 7:15pm ET with some Killing Floor III, and then we'll be moving over to Outbreak: Shades of Horr…
Aug 6, 2025
Quick Note: Stream TONIGHT at 7:15pm ET!
Hello Survivors! We're going live on our Twitch channel very soon to play some Killing Floor 3 with the community, and then we'll be taking another look at our recently debuted Raid Mode in Outbreak: Shades of Horror! https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images…
Jul 30, 2025
4P Co-op and Raid Mode Debut TONIGHT on Twitch!
Hello Survivors! https://clan.akamai.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/842b9a465cf81c490660e45a68c70e50d226e53c.jpg We've been hard at work on Outbreak: Shades of Horror over the past several months, jamming in new features such as an elaborate costume and weapo…
Dec 21, 2024
Outbreak Winter Sale is Live! Massive discounts on the entire series!
https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/67cb0c4b3435904d7bf0e93c2750135818f94f86.jpg Happy Holidays Survivors! We're happy to announce the ENTIRE Outbreak series, including our latest title Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is ON SALE for …
Nov 27, 2024
Steam Autumn Sale is LIVE! Big discounts on the ENTIRE FRANCHISE!
https://clan.fastly.steamstatic.com/images/33023292/67cb0c4b3435904d7bf0e93c2750135818f94f86.jpg Hey Survivors, It's finally time for the Steam Autumn Sale! Get ready to face the undead, dinosaurs, ghouls, and more across the entire Dead Drop Studios franchise…
Oct 29, 2024
[Chromatic Split] Quick Note Regarding Keyboard & Mouse Controls
Hi Survivors! We've gotten a few questions regarding Keyboard & Mouse controls for the game. KBM support is always active and can be used at any time on top of our gamepad support. If you'd like to see on-screen controls for your control scheme of choice: Go t…
Oct 29, 2024
Chromatic Split is AVAILABLE NOW on Steam!
Hello Survivors! Just a quick note today! After a small delay, we are excited to share that the Steam version of Outbreak: Shades of Horror Chromatic Split is now available to play and purchase with a 20% launch discount! Thank you all so much for your patienc…
Jun 28, 2024
Save BIG During the Steam Summer Sale!!
Hello Survivors! This is just a quick reminder that our entire games catalog is available at a significant discount for the Steam Summer Sale through July 11th! Let's take a quick look at some of the highlights! https://store.steampowered.com/bundle/20872/Outb…
May 17, 2024
Get Started With What Lydia Knows, Available NOW!
Hello Survivors! If you haven't yet tried out Outbreak The FEDORA Files: What Lydia Knows, our two-game pack which includes a deep visual novel and a rogue-like RPG, there's no better time than now to pick it up! https://store.steampowered.com/app/2587130/Outb…

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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: 66% on 2026-11-01 → 66% today (103 reviews)

Nov 2, 2026Sale ended$9.99
Nov 1, 2026Sale −90%$0.99 (was $9.99)

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DLC

8 items on Steam, newest first.

Outbreak - Rainbow Player Skin
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Outbreak - Lightning Player Skin
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Outbreak - Gold Player Skin
$0.990% positive
Outbreak - Fire Player Skin
$0.990% positive
Outbreak - Vital Signs Flashlight and Laser
$0.990% positive
Outbreak - Danger Close Flashlight and Laser
$0.990% positive
Outbreak - Treasure Hunter Flashlight and Laser
$0.990% positive
Outbreak - Rainbow Flashlight and Laser
$0.990% positive

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Trading cards

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Demo

Free on Steam. The demo has its own app, so its players are counted separately.

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Outbreak player count and quick facts

How many people are playing Outbreak right now?: 0 people are playing Outbreak on Steam right now. In the last 24 hours it peaked at 0 players. The number updates every few minutes.
What is Outbreak's all-time peak player count?: Outbreak's highest concurrent player count on Steam is 191, reached in May 2020.
Is Outbreak good? What do Steam reviews say?: 66% of 103 Steam user reviews are positive (Mixed).
How much does Outbreak cost on Steam?: Outbreak costs $9.99 on Steam (US). The lowest price we've recorded is $0.99.
Does Outbreak work on Steam Deck?: Outbreak is Playable on Steam Deck (with small issues), according to Valve's Steam Deck compatibility check.

Live data from Steam, tracked by SteamPlayerBase.