Forza Horizon 6 claimed the number two spot on Steam’s global weekly chart for May 5-12, 2026, just behind free-to-play Counter-Strike 2. Subnautica 2, Diablo IV, and Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era also made strong showings.
Forza Horizon 6 surged to the number two position on Steam’s global weekly revenue chart for May 5-12, 2026, trailing only the perpetually dominant Counter-Strike 2. Playground Games’ open-world racer, set for a full launch on May 19, climbed four places from the previous week as pre-order momentum intensified. The week also saw Subnautica 2 debut at fourth place ahead of its May 14 Early Access release, while Diablo IV held strong at fifth thanks to a 40% discount.
Global Steam Top 15 for May 5-12, 2026
According to SteamDB’s weekly revenue data, here are the top 15 sellers globally:
| Rank | Game | Developer | Notable Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Counter-Strike 2 | Valve | Free to play |
| 2 | Forza Horizon 6 | Playground Games | Pre-order, releases May 19 |
| 3 | Apex Legends | Respawn | Free to play |
| 4 | Subnautica 2 | Unknown Worlds | Pre-order, Early Access May 14 |
| 5 | Diablo IV | Blizzard | 40% off ($29.99) |
| 6 | Gamble With Your Friends | TEAM GWYF | New release |
| 7 | Far Far West | Evil Raptor | Released Apr 28 |
| 8 | Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era | Unfrozen | 25% intro offer |
| 9 | PUBG: Battlegrounds | PUBG Corporation | Free to play |
| 10 | Warframe | Digital Extremes | Free to play |
| 11 | Dead as Disco | Brain Jar Games | New release, May 5 |
| 12 | Windrose | Kraken Express | Released Apr 14 |
| 13 | Conan Exiles Enhanced | Funcom | On sale |
| 14 | Baldur’s Gate 3 | Larian Studios | Climbed 24 places |
| 15 | War Thunder | Gaijin Entertainment | Free to play |
Why Forza Horizon 6 Is Already Dominating
Forza Horizon 6 releases on May 19, 2026 for Xbox Series X/S and PC, with Premium Edition early access starting May 15. A PlayStation 5 version is planned for later in 2026. The game was revealed during the 2025 Tokyo Game Show and has been one of the most anticipated releases of the year.
However, the launch has been overshadowed by a major security incident. On May 10, developers accidentally pushed the full 155 GB game build to Steam without encryption during a pre-load update. The unencrypted files were spotted on SteamDB almost immediately, and pirates cracked the game within hours. Gameplay footage hit YouTube before review embargoes lifted. Despite the leak, the game’s heavy reliance on online features and multiplayer means the long-term sales impact is expected to be limited.
Subnautica 2 Enters the Chart Before Launch
Subnautica 2 debuted at fourth place on pre-orders alone, ahead of its Early Access release on May 14, 2026. Developed by Unknown Worlds Entertainment, it introduces 4-player online co-op to the series for the first time. The Early Access version will feature multiplayer, several biomes, some narrative content, and a variety of creatures and craftables.
The game is priced at $29.99 on Steam and is expected to increase in price after leaving Early Access, which Unknown Worlds estimates will take 2-3 years. The original Subnautica, meanwhile, is currently 75% off at $7.49, likely boosting interest in the franchise.
Diablo IV Holds Firm with Lord of Hatred Momentum
Diablo IV maintained its top-five presence with a 40% discount bringing the base game to $29.99. The sale runs through May 19 and represents close to the game’s all-time low price of $22.49. Blizzard’s latest expansion, Lord of Hatred, launched on April 27, 2026, adding two new classes (Paladin and Warlock) and the Skovos Isles region. The expansion has drawn 713 user reviews with a 72% positive rating so far.
Diablo IV has also been featured in the May 2026 Humble Choice bundle, further increasing its visibility and driving new players to the base game and its expansions.
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era’s Strong Start Continues
Heroes of Might and Magic: Olden Era, developed by Unfrozen and published by Hooded Horse, entered Early Access on April 30, 2026 and sold over 500,000 copies within its first 72 hours. The game peaked at around 50,000 concurrent players on launch day and currently holds an 89% positive review score from over 3,600 reviews on Steam.
PC Gamer called it “a brilliant strategy game,” while GamesRadar described it as “a triumphant return for the legendary strategy RPG series.” The 25% introductory discount brings it to $29.99, though the developers have indicated the price may increase as more content is added during Early Access.
Notable Trends: Pre-Orders and Comebacks
Several patterns stand out from this week’s chart. Pre-orders are unusually dominant: Forza Horizon 6, Subnautica 2, and 007 First Light (currently at rank 54 globally, rising fast ahead of its May 27 release from IO Interactive) all appear on the strength of advance purchases rather than day-one sales.
Baldur’s Gate 3 climbed a remarkable 24 places to reach 14th in the global chart, suggesting either a price drop or renewed interest from community activity. Rust continues its consistent showing at rank 16 globally, while EA SPORTS FC 26 slid to 23rd on the worldwide chart despite holding second place in Turkey.
Among newer releases, Dead as Disco (May 5) debuted at 11th with a 20% introductory offer, and Windrose (April 14) held steady at 12th. Crimson Desert from Pearl Abyss, which launched on March 19, 2026, continued to show staying power at rank 17.
What to Watch Next Week
The May 14 Early Access launch of Subnautica 2 could push it significantly higher once actual sales replace pre-orders. Forza Horizon 6’s early access for Premium Edition owners begins May 15, with the standard launch following on May 19. Both events should reshape the top of the chart.
007 First Light arrives on May 27, and its pre-order trajectory suggests it could crack the top 20 by next week. Meanwhile, the Diablo IV sale ends on May 19, so this may be the last week it appears at a discount-driven position.
Things Players Often Wonder About
How is the Steam weekly top sellers list calculated?
Steam’s weekly top sellers list ranks games by revenue generated during the period, updated every Tuesday around 13:00 Pacific time. Free-to-play titles can appear based on in-game purchase revenue. The data, published by SteamDB, covers global sales and includes pre-orders for upcoming titles.
Is Forza Horizon 6 available on Game Pass?
Yes. Forza Horizon 6 is a Day One Game Pass title, available on both Xbox and PC through the subscription service. The Steam version requires a separate purchase at $48.99 for the standard edition.
Is the Forza Horizon 6 leak still a concern?
The unencrypted pre-load files were quickly distributed by pirates, but the game’s online-centric design limits what can be played offline. Microsoft has not officially commented on the long-term impact, though community consensus is that most buyers will still purchase the game for online features and future updates.
Steam’s weekly charts remain one of the most reliable indicators of what the PC gaming community is spending money on. With two massive launches in the next seven days, the May 12-19 chart could look dramatically different. For those looking to explore Steam account options or gaming marketplace listings, GamerMarkt’s Steam account page offers a secure platform for buyers and sellers.
