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Steam app 2396240 · updated 12 Sep 2026, 20:29 UTC

SteamWorld Heist II

Skill-based gunplay meets turn-based tactics in SteamWorld Heist 2! Aim carefully, bounce bullets, and pull off trick shots in high-stakes heists. Choose your crew and utilize 150+ items to navigate real-time naval battles and daring missions in this 30+ hour adventure to stop a deadly water crisis.

SteamWorld Heist II Steam header artwork
Thunderful DevelopmentThunderful Publishing
51playing now
6524-hour peak
1,276all-time peak
22average, last 30 days

The last 30 days

−1.1Gain−4.64%% gain65Peak

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

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Daily peakEvery hourly sample

All time

26 months, August 2024 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.

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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.

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July 2026

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

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August 2026

31 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 395 hourly samples from 13 Aug, which is as far back as the source keeps every hour. Weekends are shaded.

01224364901 Aug06 Aug11 Aug16 Aug21 Aug26 Aug31 AugSaturday 01 August 202641 peakSunday 02 August 202641 peakMonday 03 August 202634 peakTuesday 04 August 202645 peakWednesday 05 August 202633 peakThursday 06 August 202633 peakFriday 07 August 202637 peakSaturday 08 August 202638 peakSunday 09 August 202640 peakMonday 10 August 202631 peakTuesday 11 August 202633 peakWednesday 12 August 202629 peakThursday 13 August 202631 peakFriday 14 August 202634 peakSaturday 15 August 202640 peakSunday 16 August 202645 peakMonday 17 August 202640 peakTuesday 18 August 202633 peakWednesday 19 August 202641 peakThursday 20 August 202630 peakFriday 21 August 202638 peakSaturday 22 August 202642 peakSunday 23 August 202641 peakMonday 24 August 202629 peakTuesday 25 August 202625 peakWednesday 26 August 202638 peakThursday 27 August 202626 peakFriday 28 August 202620 peakSaturday 29 August 202639 peakSunday 30 August 202640 peakMonday 31 August 202635 peak

September 2026

12 days as the curve, each the highest figure that day. Behind it, 265 hourly samples. Each dip is a night. Weekends are shaded.

01835537001 Sep03 Sep05 Sep07 Sep09 Sep11 SepTuesday 01 September 202639 peakWednesday 02 September 202636 peakThursday 03 September 202631 peakFriday 04 September 202628 peakSaturday 05 September 202635 peakSunday 06 September 202636 peakMonday 07 September 202637 peakTuesday 08 September 202632 peakWednesday 09 September 202631 peakThursday 10 September 202632 peakFriday 11 September 202635 peakSaturday 12 September 202665 peak

October 2026

SteamWorld Heist II was released on 8 Aug, 2024.

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

Updated 12 Sep 2026, 20:29 UTC
App ID
2396240
Last updated
08 Oct 2024 build 15929319
Developer
Thunderful Development
Publisher
Thunderful Publishing
Release date
8 Aug, 2024
Platforms
Windows
Download size
1.51 GB
Install size
3.76 GB
Genres
Indie, RPG, Strategy
Game modes
Single-player
Controller support
Full
Achievements
34
Metacritic
81

Features & support

Steam features

Steam AchievementsSteam Trading CardsSteam CloudFamily Sharing

Controllers & input

Full controller supportDualShock Controller SupportDualSense Controller Support

Accessibility

Popular tags

FunnyTurn-Based TacticsSingleplayerTurn-Based StrategyTurn-BasedStory RichTactical RPG2DStrategyPuzzleRPGHeistAdventureAction-AdventureActionNavalIndieTacticalAction RPGExploration
About this gameFull description from Steam
All is not well on the waves— a water crisis is brewing! Mysteriously, this precious resource has become deadly, corroding metal limbs and mechanical hearts. As legendary Captain Leeway, it’s up to you and your ragtag crew of steambots to uncover the source of this threat and save botkind before it’s too late! TURN-BASED STRATEGY AT ITS BEST Dive into an upgraded tactical experience that builds on the beloved gameplay of SteamWorld Heist. Every move matters as you plan your turns, position your crew, and carefully aim each shot. Ricochet bullets off walls and use your surroundings to outsmart enemies, but remember—victory hinges on a well-thought-out strategy, not just a quick trigger finger. NEW WATERS, NEW ADVENTURES Set sail across the vast ocean in your trusty submarine. Face real-time naval combat challenges and steer your crew through tactical ship-to-ship battles while discovering hidden treasures in every wave. Your decisions as captain shape your journey through the Great Sea. CUSTOMISE YOUR CREW, YOUR WAY With over 150 weapons, utility items, and ship upgrades, the possibilities for crew customisation are endless. Equip your steambots for every strategy—whether you prefer a sharpshooting sniper or a hammer-wielding bruiser. Unlock new crewmates, jobs, abilities, and gear to perfect your team for each mission. DIVE INTO A HANDCRAFTED WORLD Immerse yourself in a beautifully crafted world filled with unique environments, eccentric characters, and a captivating story. And yes, Steam Powered Giraffe is back with an all-new soundtrack that will stick with you long after you’ve docked your ship. Plus, with over 30 hours of gameplay, your adventure will be as vast as the ocean itself! FEATURES: Precision turn-based combat with satisfying ricochet mechanics Discover a vast world filled with real-time naval battles and hidden treasures Customise your crew with 150+ weapons, items, and upgrades Explore the rich new job system to create a crew that fits your playstyle A stunning new adventure set in the SteamWorld universe, with over 30 hours of gameplay Music by the fan-favourite Steam Powered Giraffe! The fate of botkind rests in your hands—are you ready to lead your crew through treacherous waters?
Content & age ratings2 regional ratings

Regional ratings

DEJUS6Violência fantasiosa
IGRS13Kekerasan
System requirementsMinimum and recommended hardware

Minimum

Minimum: OS: Windows 10 64-bit Processor: Intel Core i5 8400 Memory: 8 GB RAM Graphics: Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 DirectX: Version 11 Storage: 4 GB available space Additional Notes: The graphics card must support DirectX API v11.1 or higher

Recommended

Supported languages12 languages
LanguageFull audio
English●
French
Italian
German
Spanish - Spain
Japanese
Portuguese - Brazil
Russian
Simplified Chinese
Traditional Chinese
Polish
Ukrainian

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

34 achievements in total.

Show selected achievements (may contain spoilers)
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Hat TrickAchievement
Inflating that ResuméAchievement
Spend Gallons to make GallonsAchievement
Hey, Big Spender!Achievement
SteamWorld's next Top ModelAchievement
Gonna Need a Bigger BoatAchievement
Renaissance BotAchievement
I'm Rubber, You're GlueAchievement
Brute ForceAchievement

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17 developer announcements, Apr 2024 to Jun 2025 · times in UTC

June

  1. Get ready to dig deep and build big with these SteamWorld deals!

    {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/44981915/3e6255d4dd72c0f3fe10fd3f58f782d073ee65bb.png If you've ever wanted to jump into the SteamWorld universe (or complete your collection) there's no better time than now! SteamWorld Build First up, SteamWorld Build…

    ThunderfulGemma | Community

April

  1. SteamWorld Heist II Physical Edition Out Now!

    Exciting News! SteamWorld Heist II has launched as a physical edition on Nintendo Switch and PS5 today! Join Captain Leeway on the biggest Heist yet to save botkind from a brewing water crisis. With tactical turn-based battles featuring…

    ThunderfulGemma | Community

October

  1. SteamWorld Heist II - Thunderful Publisher Sale

    Aim, Plot & Plunder with SteamWorld Heist II in the Thunderful Publishing Sale! The seas are calling, Captains! The Thunderful Publisher sale is now live meaning you can pick up SteamWorld Heist II for 30% off! Now that's a steal! Looking…

    Mila | Community Manager
  2. Patch Notes - v1.5

    Ahoy, steam-mates! Patch v1.5 has just anchored, bringing new features and plenty of fixes to keep your voyage through SteamWorld Heist II on course. The headliner? You can now buy back rare items you’ve sold from the new Used Goods section…

    Mila | Community Manager

August

  1. Patch Notes - v1.4

    Ahoy, steam-mates! We hope you’ve all been enjoying your time in SteamWorld Heist II so far! Your unwavering support has been incredible, and we’ve been hard at work ensuring your journey through the Great Sea Shard is as smooth as…

    Patch notes
  2. SteamWorld Heist II OUT NOW!

    Attention, steam-mates! SteamWorld Heist II is officially OUT NOW! Join Captain Leeway and his ragtag crew of steambots on the heist of a lifetime. This turn-based strategy adventure promises tactical shootouts, ricochet action, and an…

    Mila | Community Manager
  3. SteamWorld Heist II: Launch Trailer & Review Roundup

    Ahoy, steam-mates! The moment we've all been waiting for is finally here: SteamWorld Heist II is launching this week! We’re over the moon with excitement and can’t wait to see you all sailing the Great Sea Shard with Captain Leeway and his…

    Gemma_Community

July

  1. Steam Powered Giraffe - "Life of Undelightment" Official Sing-Along Music Video

    Greetings, SteamWorld citizens and music aficionados! Get ready to crank those gears and oil up those vocal cords with the official sing-along music video for "Life of Undelightment" by the one and only Steam Powered Giraffe! 🌟🎸 This…

    Mila | Community Manager
  2. SteamWorld Heist II: A Shuhei Spicey Special

    What do you get if you mix Shuhei Yoshida, Brjánn Sigurgeirsson, chicken wings, and hot sauce? A very spicy SteamWorld Heist II Special! To celebrate the upcoming launch of SteamWorld Heist II, SteamWorld founder Brjánn Sigurgeirsson sat…

    Mila | Community Manager

June

  1. Pre-Order SteamWorld Heist II Now!

    It’s just over one month to go until the launch of SteamWorld Heist II and we have some exciting news for our console fans: SteamWorld Heist II is now available for pre-order on Nintendo Switch, Playstation, and Xbox! That means you can now…

    Mila | Community Manager
  2. SteamWorld Heist II at Summer Game Fest

    Ahoy everyone! We hope you’ve been enjoying all the Summer Game Fest-ivities - we know we have! This year brought another fantastic lineup of games, and we couldn't be more thrilled to be part of it. Of course, with so much going on, it can…

    Mila | Community Manager
  3. Extended Gameplay Trailer: Exclusive First Look with Art Director Brandt Andrist

    Ahoy steam-mates! We're very excited to share an EXCLUSIVE Extended Gameplay Trailer narrated by our wonderful Art Director Brandt Andrist! Join us for this first look at one of the early missions of SteamWorld Heist II! This exclusive…

    Mila | Community Manager

May

  1. Story Deep Dive: Navigating the Watery World of SteamWorld Heist II

    Ahoy again steam-mates! Glad to see you return for another exciting Deep Dive! Today we’re going to check out the watery world that sets the stage for SteamWorld Heist II and take a look at the overworld gameplay! But first, you know the…

    Mila | Community Manager
  2. Gameplay Deep Dive: Gunning for Victory in SteamWorld Heist II

    Ahoy, fellow steam-mates! We’re glad to see you made it to our first Gameplay Deep Dive where we will be diving into the delicately crafted mechanics that you’ll use as you lead your crew and sail the great oceanic shard. Before we dive in…

    Mila | Community Manager
  3. SteamWorld Heist II - Join the crew on August 8th!

    Ready for your next Heist? We’re thrilled to announce the arrival of SteamWorld Heist II on Switch, Playstation, Xbox, and PC this August 8th! All is not well on the waves - a crisis is brewing. A water crisis! Mysteriously, this precious…

    Mila | Community Manager

April

  1. SteamWorld Franchise Sale - Now on!

    Calling all robot wranglers and scavengers! The official SteamWorld Franchise Sale has arrived on Steam! {STEAM_CLAN_IMAGE}/43532776/8eb7f5124437e0fb7ae2274066870dcef74ad1aa.jpg Every single SteamWorld game is on a deep discount, making it…

    Gemma_Community
  2. Steam Powered Giraffe is back! ⚙️🎸

    Steam Powered Giraffe Returns to fuel the Soundtrack for SteamWorld Heist II Steampunk band Steam Powered Giraffe is back to compose the soundtrack for SteamWorld Heist II, nine years after the original game. Fans will remember the band…

    Gemma_Community

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