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Steam app 1978800 · updated 13 Sep 2026, 00:04 UTC

AQtion

Get ready for intense, skill-based FPS action with AQtion! Featuring the best of Action Quake 2, enjoy fast-paced combat, realistic weapons, and thrilling multiplayer battles. Dominate the arena now on Steam!

AQtion Steam header artwork
AQ2World Team, TNG Team, A-Team (Akimbo)AQ2World Team
6playing now
1524-hour peak
85all-time peak
3average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−1Gain−21%% gain18Peak

173 hourly samples, with the daily peak drawn over them. Weekends are shaded.

0510151914 Aug18 Aug23 Aug27 Aug31 Aug05 Sep09 SepFriday 14 August 202612 peakSaturday 15 August 202614 peakSunday 16 August 20261 peakMonday 17 August 202611 peakTuesday 18 August 202618 peakWednesday 19 August 20269 peakThursday 20 August 202612 peakSaturday 22 August 202610 peakSunday 23 August 202610 peakMonday 24 August 20266 peakTuesday 25 August 20261 peakWednesday 26 August 202615 peakThursday 27 August 202610 peakFriday 28 August 202612 peakSaturday 29 August 202611 peakSunday 30 August 20267 peakMonday 31 August 20261 peakWednesday 02 September 20268 peakThursday 03 September 202617 peakFriday 04 September 20263 peakSaturday 05 September 20267 peakSunday 06 September 20269 peakMonday 07 September 202610 peakTuesday 08 September 202611 peakWednesday 09 September 202613 peakThursday 10 September 202612 peakFriday 11 September 202613 peakSaturday 12 September 202615 peak
Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

52 months, June 2022 to September 2026. The highest number of people in the game at once, each month, on a time axis -- a gap in the record stays a gap.

023466992Jun 2022Feb 2023Oct 2023Jun 2024Feb 2025Oct 2025Jun 2026June 202285 monthly peakJuly 202234 monthly peakAugust 202227 monthly peakSeptember 202239 monthly peakOctober 202227 monthly peakNovember 202246 monthly peakDecember 202229 monthly peakJanuary 202323 monthly peakFebruary 202321 monthly peakMarch 202334 monthly peakApril 202325 monthly peakMay 202317 monthly peakJune 202315 monthly peakJuly 202321 monthly peakAugust 202324 monthly peakSeptember 202327 monthly peakOctober 202352 monthly peakNovember 202327 monthly peakDecember 202330 monthly peakJanuary 202427 monthly peakFebruary 202422 monthly peakMarch 202438 monthly peakApril 202419 monthly peakMay 202441 monthly peakJune 202416 monthly peakJuly 202422 monthly peakAugust 202423 monthly peakSeptember 202426 monthly peakOctober 202420 monthly peakNovember 202427 monthly peakDecember 202418 monthly peakJanuary 202523 monthly peakFebruary 202542 monthly peakMarch 202524 monthly peakApril 202521 monthly peakMay 202518 monthly peakJune 202521 monthly peakJuly 202517 monthly peakAugust 202523 monthly peakSeptember 202520 monthly peakOctober 202529 monthly peakNovember 202520 monthly peakDecember 202520 monthly peakJanuary 202620 monthly peakFebruary 202622 monthly peakMarch 202622 monthly peakApril 202635 monthly peakMay 202622 monthly peakJune 202615 monthly peakJuly 202619 monthly peakAugust 202620 monthly peakSeptember 202617 monthly peak
Monthly peak

The last four months

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The highest number of people in the game at once, each month. Four, because four is as far back as the source keeps anything finer than one figure a month.

05111622July 2026August 2026September 2026October 2026July 202619 peak — daily detail belowAugust 202620 peak — hourly detail belowSeptember 202617 peak — daily detail below
Monthly peakHas finer data

July 2026

26 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

0510152101 Jul07 Jul14 Jul18 Jul22 Jul26 Jul30 JulWednesday 01 July 20261 peakSaturday 04 July 20261 peakSunday 05 July 20263 peakMonday 06 July 20262 peakTuesday 07 July 20269 peakWednesday 08 July 20261 peakSunday 12 July 202614 peakMonday 13 July 20269 peakTuesday 14 July 202612 peakWednesday 15 July 20264 peakThursday 16 July 202611 peakFriday 17 July 202611 peakSaturday 18 July 202610 peakSunday 19 July 20264 peakMonday 20 July 202613 peakTuesday 21 July 20267 peakWednesday 22 July 20262 peakThursday 23 July 20269 peakFriday 24 July 20267 peakSaturday 25 July 202613 peakSunday 26 July 202616 peakMonday 27 July 202614 peakTuesday 28 July 202613 peakWednesday 29 July 202614 peakThursday 30 July 202619 peakFriday 31 July 202614 peak

August 2026

30 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 103 hourly samples from 14 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

0511162201 Aug06 Aug11 Aug16 Aug22 Aug27 AugSaturday 01 August 202617 peakSunday 02 August 202615 peakMonday 03 August 202617 peakTuesday 04 August 202614 peakWednesday 05 August 202611 peakThursday 06 August 202620 peakFriday 07 August 202613 peakSaturday 08 August 202612 peakSunday 09 August 202615 peakMonday 10 August 202617 peakTuesday 11 August 202615 peakWednesday 12 August 202610 peakThursday 13 August 20262 peakFriday 14 August 202612 peakSaturday 15 August 202614 peakSunday 16 August 20261 peakMonday 17 August 202611 peakTuesday 18 August 202618 peakWednesday 19 August 20269 peakThursday 20 August 202612 peakSaturday 22 August 202610 peakSunday 23 August 202610 peakMonday 24 August 20266 peakTuesday 25 August 20261 peakWednesday 26 August 202615 peakThursday 27 August 202610 peakFriday 28 August 202612 peakSaturday 29 August 202611 peakSunday 30 August 20267 peakMonday 31 August 20261 peak

September 2026

11 days, each one the highest figure that day. The source keeps no hourly detail this far back. Weekends are shaded.

059141802 Sep03 Sep04 Sep05 Sep06 Sep07 Sep08 Sep09 Sep10 Sep11 Sep12 SepWednesday 02 September 20268 peakThursday 03 September 202617 peakFriday 04 September 20263 peakSaturday 05 September 20267 peakSunday 06 September 20269 peakMonday 07 September 202610 peakTuesday 08 September 202611 peakWednesday 09 September 202613 peakThursday 10 September 202612 peakFriday 11 September 202613 peakSaturday 12 September 202615 peak

October 2026

AQtion was released on 1 Jun, 2022.

Not out yet.There is nothing to draw for this month.
Nothing here is interpolated or estimated; where a sample is missing the line is broken.

Game information

Free to playUpdated 13 Sep 2026, 00:04 UTC
App ID
1978800
Last updated
06 Nov 2023 build 12630935
Developer
AQ2World Team, TNG Team, A-Team (Akimbo)
Publisher
AQ2World Team
Release date
1 Jun, 2022
Platforms
WindowsmacOSLinux
Download size
738 MB462 MB465 MB
Install size
766 MB488 MB498 MB
Genres
Action, Free To Play
Game modes
Single-player, Multi-player, PvP, Online PvP, LAN PvP, Cross-Platform Multiplayer
Controller support
Unknown
Achievements
88

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam CloudStatsFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Accessibility

Popular tags

Free to PlayOld SchoolActionFPSMultiplayerFirst-PersonShooter3DRetro1990'sArcadeCartoonyTacticalParkourSniperCombatPvPLocal MultiplayerSingleplayerGore
About this gameFull description from Steam
Lights, Camera, ACTION! Experience the adrenaline-fueled intensity of classic first-person shooter action with AQtion, the ultimate evolution of the beloved mod, Action Quake 2. AQtion combines the latest engine enhancements with the signature gameplay mechanics and updates from the Action Quake community, delivering a nostalgic yet revitalized gaming experience. Engage in fast-paced, skill-based combat where every move counts. With realistic weapon handling, limited ammunition, and a focus on tactical gameplay, AQtion tests your reflexes and strategic thinking like never before. Master the art of precision shooting, maneuver through dynamic environments, and outsmart your opponents in heart-pounding battles that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Featuring regularly updated game modes and features, engine enhancements and an active pickup game community, AQtion brings the classic Action Quake 2 experience into the modern era. Jump into the action and unleash your skills in intense multiplayer matches or thrilling single-player challenges. If you're an old school veteran to first person shooters, this is the Action Quake 2 you remember, with the original charm and modern enhancements you would come to expect. If you're new to the scene, welcome to what classic first person shooters are all about!
Content & age ratingsSteam content notice · 2 regional ratings

Content notice

Gunshot related violence with blood, headshots, bodies turning into giblets

Regional ratings

DEJUS14Violência
IGRS18Kekerasan · Rokok dan/atau rokok elektronik, minuman beralkohol, narkotika, psikotropika, dan/atau zat adiktif lainnya · Interaksi Daring
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS *: 64-bit Windows 7 or newer Processor: Intel or AMD 1GHz+ Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: 512MB video memory and OpenGL 3 support (Intel 3000 Graphics unsupported) DirectX: Version 9.0 Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any recent video card or onboard

Recommended

Recommended: Requires a 64-bit processor and operating system OS: Latest version of 64-bit Windows Processor: 2GHz+ Intel or AMD Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: 1GB video memory with latest OpenGL 3 support DirectX: Version 10 Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any recent video card or onboard

macOS

Minimum: OS: Mac OS X 10.7 or higher Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: Any Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any Additional Notes: Requires SDL2, libpng and libjpeg, install via brew recommended. See for details Recommended: OS: Latest version of Mac OS X Processor: Intel or Apple Silicon Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: Any Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any Additional Notes: Requires SDL2, libpng and libjpeg, install via brew recommended. See for details

Linux

Minimum: OS: Ubuntu 18.04 Desktop or higher Processor: x86 1Ghz+ or ARM64 (Rasp Pi) Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: 512MB video memory and OpenGL 3 support Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any recent sound card will do Additional Notes: Requires SDL2, libpng and libjpeg Recommended: OS: Ubuntu 22.04 Desktop or higher Processor: x86 2Ghz+ or ARM64 (Rasp Pi) Memory: 2048 MB RAM Graphics: 1GB video memory and OpenGL 3 support Network: Broadband Internet connection Storage: 2 GB available space Sound Card: Any recent sound card will do Additional Notes: Requires SDL2, libpng and libjpeg
Supported languages1 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●

A blank audio cell means full audio was not marked in the returned language list.

Screenshots & trailersScreenshots and trailers

Trailers

AchievementsTotal count and selected achievements

88 achievements in total.

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John Woo would be proudAchievement
Straight to the heart, and you're to blame!Achievement
Look at that blubber fly!Achievement
Just a flesh woundAchievement
RatatatatatAchievement
Say hello to my little friendAchievement
This is my BOOMSTICKAchievement
An answer for every shot you tookAchievement
Too close for comfortAchievement
Good things come in small packagesAchievement

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24 developer announcements, Jun 2022 to Apr 2024 · times in UTC

April

  1. 2024 Spring AQ2 Mapjam

    Welcome to the 2024 Spring AQ2 Mapjam! Are you ready to embark on a creative journey to shape the battlegrounds of Action Quake II? This event is not just a contest; it's a collaborative effort bringing together mappers from all corners of…

    AQtion!

November

  1. AQtion v1.3.7

    - Fixed a bandage bug when using enhanced slippers - Updated a few default settings (will only affect new installs)

    Patch notes

October

  1. AQtion v1.3.6

    Q2Pro - Disabling Discord by default cl_discord 0 - Better messaging to client with map conflicts (server/client map differ) - Some early adjustments to support Q2 Rerelease from skuller - Other optimizations/minor fixes from skuller TNG…

    Patch notes
  2. 25th Anniversary Action Quake 2 / AQtion Map Jam Conclusion

    We are pleasantly surprised to announce that we had 7 maps entered into the Map Jam! Due to this, we needed a minor deviation from the planned testing/voting format. We will be playtesting the new Map Jam maps in pickup games and a few…

    AQtion!

August

  1. 25th Anniversary AQ2 Map Jam!

    The AQ2World Team is happy to host a Map Jam in celebration of AQ2's 25th Anniversary! What is a Map Jam? This "jam" is an event that invites mappers from all communities for voluntary participation in creating new maps for Quake II…

    AQtion!

June

  1. AQtion turns 1!

    It's been ONE YEAR since AQtion was released on Steam and distributed to the world! Through a ton of hard work and effort from the team, we've achieved a great many successes and helped breathe new life into a game that turns 25 this year…

    AQtion!

April

  1. AQtion v1.3.5

    Triggers on kills and such still work Microstutters resolved The flash model works (shooting at a solid should still produce a bright light and a pinpoint on where the bullets hit) Using a new method to package pkz files, should save…

    Patch notes
  2. AQtion v1.3.4

    - Fixed Linux launch problems - Removed unused features from menu

    Patch notes
  3. AQtion v1.3.2

    - Added customized billboard textures for the upcoming AQ2Open!

    Patch notes
  4. AQtion v1.3.1

    Behind every large change are always hotfixes! This one fixes a crash identified by the help of some users in our Discord!

    Patch notes
  5. AQtion v1.3 is here!

    A big callout to all of the AQ2World Team for this massive update! We couldn't have done it without you! @m4son @ndit-dev @MVarland @Iceman12k @vrolse @andresanguinetti and everyone who contributed who aren't in Github, thank you!…

    Patch notes
  6. AQ2Open Masters 23 and the 25th anniversary of Action Quake 2

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/42385233/ba37b8d6b7cccaa44206bd24eadcd0ea7b006517.jpg Attention all gamers and fans of Action Quake 2! The highly anticipated AQ2Open Masters tournament is just around the corner, and you don't want to miss out on this…

    bAron

November

  1. Happy 24th Birthday to AQ2! Achievements and Stat Tracking Released

    It's been 24 years since AQ2 was released, and what an affect it had on gaming! We're here to celebrate the game with a couple of great announcements! After months of artwork revisions, technical details, bug fixes and arduous testing, the…

    AQtion!
  2. Fall 2022 4v4 Ladder

    Starting November 7th, AQtion is hosting the Fall 2022 4v4 Ladder! This will last until January 1st, 2023. It will span over 8 gameweeks after which champions will be crowned! Registrations are open right now, games begin on the 7th! We…

    AQtion!

October

  1. Patch Oct/10/2022

    Distribution ADDED: Missing a few minor sound effects ADDED: Upgraded male player model, fits into his hitbox much better ADDED: Map simplicity, thanks Flunx! CHANGED: Mac Standalone had some problems, changed the way it's launched REMOVED…

    Patch notes

September

  1. Fall 2022 2v2 Ladder

    Starting next week, on October 3rd, 2022, AQtion is starting our very first ladder competition! This will last until December 18th, 2022! First on the schedule is the 2v2 ladder and it will span over 10 gameweeks after which champions will…

    AQtion!

August

  1. Tiny Patch Aug/30/2022

    FIXED: Bug regarding view position of player camera getting mangled in the player model on older servers

    Patch notes
  2. Patch Aug/26/2022

    ADDED: Discord SDK integration (menu options to enable/disable), including Rich Presence ADDED: New Q2Pro protocol 38 to support enhanced future improvements to the UI ADDED: Some missing elevator and teleport sounds ADDED: Mac support back…

    Patch notes

July

  1. July/22/2022

    Small patch, added a few trigger fixes, some real OG Action Quake Gangsters skins, and a new Windows launch method for supporting upcoming features you've been waiting for! FIXED: Some trigger issues with scripts ADDED: New (or old…

    Patch notes
  2. July/13/2022

    FIXED: Typo in env example file (thanks @m4son !) CHANGED: Mac completely revamped and is in-line with Linux and Windows installations as far as file structure -- please contact a member of the Mod team in the #troubleshooting channel in…

    Patch notes

June

  1. June/15/2022

    ADDED: Tutorial demos and menu support (thanks @ndit-dev for PR and matic for the demos!) ADDED: About 60 new radio sounds (female/male) CHANGED: `r_override_textures` menu support for more options CHANGED: HD-textures now in their own…

    Patch notes
  2. June/8/2022 Patch Notes

    * ADDED: About 50 new skins/models to play with * ADDED: F10 bound to `condump abuse`, which generates a file in your `common/AQtion/action/condumps` directory for reporting bad behavior/hate speech to the moderator team * ADDED: The…

    Patch notes
  3. Wednesday DM Frag Fest!

    All day and all night Wednesday, DM will be the game mode du jour! New faces and veterans alike, let's pile in and start fragging! Click here to join in!

    AQtion!
  4. Patch Jun/4/2022

    ADDED: Terror akimbo skin missing (thanks Raptor!) ADDED: A few more supported(?) resolutions ADDED: In-game help menus ADDED: dm_choose/dm_shield to bot menus ADDED: Forcing players to choose a name on start if it is default CHANGED…

    Patch notes

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