Monster Train 2 Reaches Impressive Player Count

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Monster Train 2 already has "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam and surpassed the first game's lifetime player count.
Players have praised the improved gameplay of Monster Train 2, recommending it as one of the best roguelites right now.
The game offers fresh strategies with new Clans and card types, ideal for both old fans and new players.

Roguelike deckbuilder Monster Train 2 has reached an impressive player count mere days after it launched. Released on May 21, 2025, Monster Train 2 introduces new card types, Clans, features, and enemies to bring more excitement to fans.

Developed by Shiny Shoe, the Monster Train sequel follows an alliance of angels and demons, who have to work together to defeat the Titans that have taken over Heaven. They must now navigate Hell, Heaven, and the Abyss, while overcoming hordes of enemies that are trying to stop them. Apart from showcasing new exciting gameplay, Monster Train 2 also released a Cult of the Lamb collaboration, which allows players to recruit Cultists to the Legions of Hell.

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By Dalton Cooper

Just a few days after its release, Monster Train 2 has earned "Overwhelmingly Positive" reviews on Steam, and has also reached a peak of 17,914 active users, surpassing the first game's lifetime player count peak. This already puts Monster Train 2 in the top 100 of the Steam Charts, which is a remarkable feat for the new deckbuilder.

Monster Train 2 is Already a Big Hit

The Steam reviews for Monster Train 2 mostly say that it's better than the first game, with compliments about the improved gameplay and recommendations to purchase it, especially if one is a fan of roguelike deckbuilders. Some also went as far as calling Monster Train 2 one of the best roguelites out right now. Considering the popularity of roguelike deckbuilders right now, Monster Train 2's success is to be expected, especially with fun collaborations with Balatro and Cult of the Lamb upon release, which probably helped reel in more players.

For players of the first game, Monster Train 2 offers fresh strategies with new Clans and card types to fight different enemies and bosses. It's also great for newbies to try as it has comprehensive tutorials to guide them through every battle phase, while also giving them a lot of room to learn strategies that work for their individual play styles.

Plus, after its Cult of the Lamb and Balatro crossovers, Monster Train 2 could look into more collaborations with other indie titles that fit well with its fantasy theme. Perhaps a Slay the Spire collaboration could be next considering that they both have the same medieval-esque aesthetic and combat mechanics. It would also be great timing because Slay the Spire 2 will be launching sometime soon, so a partnership could be a great move.