Cycle Frontier Live Player Count and Statistics 2025
The Cycle: Frontier was a free-to-play PvPvE extraction shooter developed and published by YAGER. This page provides historical player count data and statistics for the game, which permanently shut down on September 27, 2023.
At its peak, The Cycle: Frontier attracted over 40,000 concurrent players on Steam. The game combined first-person shooter mechanics with survival elements, allowing players to prospect for resources on an alien planet while battling other players and hostile creatures.
Live Cycle Frontier Player Counter
Cycle Frontier Live Monthly Player Count
| Month | Average Players | Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| September 2023 | 706 | 2,400 |
| August 2023 | 671 | 1,618 |
| July 2023 | 1,618 | 3,376 |
| June 2023 | 3,376 | 5,328 |
| May 2023 | 5,328 | 10,814 |
| April 2023 | 10,814 | 12,706 |
| March 2023 | 8,922 | 15,841 |
| February 2023 | 7,388 | 12,589 |
| January 2023 | 6,543 | 11,234 |
| December 2022 | 5,876 | 9,876 |
| November 2022 | 8,234 | 14,567 |
| October 2022 | 9,123 | 16,432 |
Cycle Frontier Available Platforms
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes (Discontinued) |
| Linux | No |
| Mac | No |
| Xbox One/Series | No |
| PlayStation 3/4/5 | No |
| Nintendo Switch | No |
| Android | No |
| iOS | No |
Cycle Frontier Player Distribution by Region
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | United States | 22% |
| 2 | Germany | 14% |
| 3 | Russia | 11% |
| 4 | United Kingdom | 8% |
| 5 | France | 7% |
| 6 | Brazil | 6% |
| 7 | Poland | 5% |
| 8 | Canada | 5% |
| 9 | Australia | 4% |
| 10 | South Korea | 4% |
Cycle Frontier Twitch Streaming Statistics
During its active period, The Cycle: Frontier generated significant streaming interest on Twitch. The game saw its highest viewership during launch week and major content updates. Below are the all-time statistics recorded before the shutdown.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| All-Time Peak Viewers | 99,090 |
| Peak Average Viewers | 24,216 |
| Total Unique Streamers | 45,000+ |
| Total Watch Hours | 12.5 Million |
Cycle Frontier Global Player Spending
The Cycle: Frontier operated as a free-to-play title with optional in-game purchases. Despite initial player interest and monetization efforts, the game ultimately could not achieve financial viability, leading to its closure.
| Month/Year | Estimated Spending (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| June 2022 | 2.8 |
| July 2022 | 1.9 |
| August 2022 | 1.2 |
| September 2022 | 0.9 |
| October 2022 | 1.1 |
| November 2022 | 1.4 |
| December 2022 | 0.8 |
| January 2023 | 0.7 |
| February 2023 | 0.6 |
| March 2023 | 1.5 |
| April 2023 | 0.9 |
| May 2023 | 0.5 |
Total registered users: Estimated 5-10 million across Steam and Epic Games Store
Peak spending month: June 2022, $2.8 million
Top spending country: United States, approximately 35% of total revenue
Cycle Frontier Annual Revenue Overview
The Cycle: Frontier generated most of its revenue during the initial launch period in 2022. Revenue declined steadily throughout the game’s lifespan as player numbers dropped, with cheating issues and competition from other extraction shooters contributing to player attrition. By mid-2023, YAGER announced the game was no longer financially viable.
| Year | Revenue (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| 2022 (June-December) | 10.1 |
| 2023 (January-September) | 4.2 |
Is Cycle Frontier Down Right Now?
| Service | Status |
|---|---|
| Matchmaking Status | Permanently Offline |
| Web Server Status | Discontinued |
| Regional Server Status | All Regions Closed |
The Cycle: Frontier permanently closed all servers on September 27, 2023, at 9 AM CEST. The game is no longer accessible or playable in any capacity. YAGER cited financial non-viability and challenges with cheaters as primary reasons for the shutdown.
About Cycle Frontier
The Cycle: Frontier was released on June 8, 2022, by German developer YAGER Development. The game operated as a free-to-play PvPvE extraction shooter set on the alien planet Fortuna III. Players took on the role of Prospectors, dropping onto the planet surface to collect valuable resources and complete contracts before extracting via escape shuttles.
The core gameplay loop combined elements of survival shooters with loot-based progression. Players faced both AI-controlled creatures and other human players competing for the same resources. The game featured three factions offering missions and gear, multiple maps including Bright Sands, Crescent Falls, and Tharis Island, and seasonal content updates. Unique features included a storm system that threatened players who stayed too long, cross-platform play between Steam and Epic Games Store, and persistent progression between matches.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cycle Frontier still playable in 2025?
No, The Cycle: Frontier permanently shut down on September 27, 2023. All servers were closed and the game cannot be played online anymore.
Why did The Cycle: Frontier shut down?
YAGER cited that the game was not financially viable. Cheating problems during the critical early months and declining player counts contributed to the decision.
What was the peak player count for Cycle Frontier?
The Cycle: Frontier reached an all-time peak of 40,854 concurrent players on Steam on June 23, 2022, shortly after its official launch.
Was Cycle Frontier cross-platform?
Yes, The Cycle: Frontier supported cross-platform play between Steam and Epic Games Store players throughout its operational period.
Are there any games similar to Cycle Frontier?
Similar extraction shooters include Escape From Tarkov, Hunt: Showdown, Marauders, and Dark and Darker for players seeking comparable gameplay experiences.
