In an unexpected turn of events in the gaming world, a game called “Banana” has surged in popularity since its release in April. The premise of the game is strikingly simple: players click on a banana, and that’s about it. Despite—or perhaps because of—its simplicity, “Banana” has attracted a massive player base.
As of today, “Banana” boasts a peak concurrent player count of 858,915, a significant jump from 100,000 just over a week ago. This meteoric rise has propelled it to become the second most played game on Steam, trailing only behind the widely popular “Counter-Strike 2.”
The game’s rapid ascent is not only noteworthy for its sheer numbers but also for its impact on other major titles. “Banana” is now on the verge of surpassing “Baldur’s Gate 3” (BG3), a critically acclaimed game from Larian Studios. BG3, which has enjoyed a stable position on Steam’s list of most played games of all time, boasts a peak concurrent player count of 875,343. With “Banana” just 16,000 players shy of this mark, it seems inevitable that BG3 will soon be dethroned.
The rise of “Banana” is a testament to the unpredictable nature of the gaming market. Its simple, almost absurd premise has resonated with a vast audience, illustrating that sometimes the most straightforward concepts can achieve extraordinary success.
BG3’s impending displacement from Steam’s top 10 all-timer list by a game centered on clicking a banana might seem baffling, but it underscores a broader trend in the gaming community: the appeal of casual, easily accessible games. Whether “Banana” will maintain its momentum remains to be seen, but for now, it has firmly cemented its place in gaming history.