CrossFire recorded around 1.8 million peak concurrent players in June 2026, with roughly 6.4 million monthly active users across its global servers. The tactical shooter from South Korean developer Smilegate has generated more than $10 billion in lifetime revenue since its 2007 launch, ranking among the highest-grossing PC games ever.
This page tracks live CrossFire player counts, monthly averages, regional distribution, spending data and annual revenue for the game.
CrossFire Key Statistics
- CrossFire has around 6.4 million monthly active players as of June 2026.
- Peak concurrent player count reached 8 million during its 2015-2016 China peak.
- Smilegate Entertainment reported KRW 718.2 billion (~$532 million) in 2024 revenue, up 7.6% year-over-year.
- The game holds an $10 billion+ lifetime revenue total across 80 countries.
- CrossFire Stars 2024 drew 35,791 peak concurrent viewers, the highest esports figure for the title.
Live CrossFire Player Counter
CrossFire Live Monthly Player Count
Monthly averages for the past 12 months show CrossFire holding a stable Asian player base, with peaks near 1.9 million during weekend events and new season launches.
| Month | Average Players | Peak Players |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 1,412,000 | 1,780,000 |
| Aug 2025 | 1,438,000 | 1,812,000 |
| Sep 2025 | 1,455,000 | 1,845,000 |
| Oct 2025 | 1,510,000 | 1,890,000 |
| Nov 2025 | 1,563,000 | 1,932,000 |
| Dec 2025 | 1,624,000 | 2,010,000 |
| Jan 2026 | 1,598,000 | 1,975,000 |
| Feb 2026 | 1,545,000 | 1,910,000 |
| Mar 2026 | 1,502,000 | 1,870,000 |
| Apr 2026 | 1,468,000 | 1,835,000 |
| May 2026 | 1,445,000 | 1,810,000 |
| Jun 2026 | 1,458,000 | 1,825,000 |
Last 12 months of CrossFire player count data (Jul 2025 – Jun 2026).
CrossFire Available Platforms
| Platform | Available |
|---|---|
| Windows | Yes |
| Linux | No |
| Mac | No |
| Xbox One/Series | No |
| PlayStation 3/4/5 | No |
| Nintendo Switch | No |
| Android | Yes (CrossFire Legends) |
| iOS | Yes (CrossFire Legends) |
CrossFire Legends brought the franchise to Android and iOS in 2016, tapping into the broader trends covered in mobile game statistics across Asian markets.
CrossFire Player Distribution by Region
China accounts for the largest share of CrossFire activity, followed by Southeast Asia, Latin America and the MENA region. Shooter fans tracking similar regional splits can check the Arc Raiders live player counter for comparison data.
| Rank | Country | Interest Level |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | China | 42% |
| 2 | Vietnam | 12% |
| 3 | Philippines | 9% |
| 4 | Brazil | 8% |
| 5 | Egypt | 6% |
| 6 | Indonesia | 5% |
| 7 | Thailand | 4% |
| 8 | Turkey | 3% |
| 9 | Germany | 3% |
| 10 | United States | 2% |
| 11 | Others | 6% |
CrossFire Twitch Streaming Statistics
Twitch activity for CrossFire peaks around the annual CFS finals and major regional league playoffs. Casual viewership remains modest outside of tournament windows, well below broader Twitch statistics for top-tier shooters.
| Metric | Value (2025-2026) |
|---|---|
| Peak Average Viewers | 3,540 |
| Peak Viewers | 35,791 |
| Total Streamers | 2,875 |
| Watch Hours | 4.6 million |
Live audience turnout at CFS finals contributes to the wider esports tournament attendance figures for FPS titles in 2026.
CrossFire Global Player Spending
Spending trends closely track China server events, weapon capsule releases and Lunar New Year promotions. Chinese servers account for the majority of monetization.
| Month/Year | Spending (Million USD) |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | 42.5 |
| Aug 2025 | 44.1 |
| Sep 2025 | 45.7 |
| Oct 2025 | 47.2 |
| Nov 2025 | 49.8 |
| Dec 2025 | 52.6 |
| Jan 2026 | 55.4 |
| Feb 2026 | 51.9 |
| Mar 2026 | 48.3 |
| Apr 2026 | 45.8 |
| May 2026 | 44.2 |
| Jun 2026 | 43.6 |
Total registered users: 1 billion+ (across 80 countries)
Peak spending month: January 2026, $55.4 million
Top spending country: China, approximately 68% of global revenue
CrossFire Annual Revenue
CrossFire revenue peaked during 2015-2016 driven by Chinese market saturation, then dipped through 2022 before recovering. The 2024 figure of $532 million reflected 7.6% year-over-year growth reported by Smilegate Entertainment.
| Year | Revenue (Billion USD) |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 1.10 |
| 2016 | 0.57 |
| 2017 | 0.55 |
| 2018 | 0.60 |
| 2019 | 0.76 |
| 2020 | 0.85 |
| 2021 | 0.80 |
| 2022 | 0.58 |
| 2023 | 0.51 |
| 2024 | 0.53 |
| 2025 | 0.55 |
| 2026 (YTD) | 0.28 |
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About CrossFire
CrossFire launched on May 3, 2007, developed by Smilegate Entertainment and published in the West by Z8Games. The tactical first-person shooter pits two mercenary factions, Global Risk and Black List, across modes including Team Deathmatch, Search and Destroy, Ghost Mode and Zombie Mode. Players earn GP currency to unlock weapons and cosmetics through capsule drops. Team matchmaking supports 5v5 competitive queues and casual 8v8 lobbies. FPS players moving between titles often look up the Warzone crossplay guide before jumping into new matches.
FAQ
What is the current CrossFire player count?
CrossFire has around 1.46 million average concurrent players as of June 2026, with a monthly peak near 1.83 million. Total monthly active users sit around 6.4 million globally.
What was the highest CrossFire player count ever?
CrossFire hit a peak of roughly 8 million concurrent players during 2015-2016, driven by Chinese server growth. That period marked the game’s highest recorded population in its 19-year run.
How much revenue does CrossFire generate?
Smilegate Entertainment reported KRW 718.2 billion (about $532 million USD) from CrossFire in 2024, a 7.6% increase over 2023. Lifetime revenue has passed $10 billion since 2007.
Which country has the most CrossFire players?
China holds around 42% of active CrossFire players and roughly 68% of global spending. Vietnam, the Philippines, Brazil and Egypt round out the top five markets by player interest.
Is CrossFire available on consoles?
The main CrossFire PC title runs on Windows only. Mobile spin-off CrossFire Legends is available on Android and iOS. No console version currently exists for PlayStation, Xbox or Switch.
Sources: Esports Charts – CrossFire Topdaily – Smilegate 2024 Financials Smilegate on Wikipedia Liquipedia CrossFire Statistics