About
On Steam, 60% of 16,367 player reviews are positive (Mixed). 16,884 people are playing it on Steam right now, with a peak of 27,424 in the last 30 days. Valve rates it Unsupported on Steam Deck.
Welcome to MapleStory, the original side-scrolling MMORPG where epic adventure, action and good friends await you. With hundreds of hours of gameplay, this immersive role-playing experience will allow you to unleash your wild side as you create and train a mighty hero, conquer perilous dungeons, overcome terrifying bosses, socialize with your friends and much more. Your MapleStory begins today!
What is happening now
MapleStory remains a fixture in the side-scrolling MMO space since its 2003 launch on PC and Mac. The game combines platforming and RPG mechanics across a colorful, sprite-based world that has sustained a dedicated player base for two decades. The September patch brought several quality-of-life improvements, including Spanish language support to expand accessibility. The update also introduced faster leveling progression and a limited-time collaboration with Frieren: Beyond Journey's End, the anime and manga series, running through early October. The crossover allows players to engage with content tied to the property during the promotional window.
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Releases
Earliest full release on each platform; regional dates can differ.
PC and Steam Deck
Steam store pageSteam Deck: Unsupported Valve reports it does not run
Requirements and Deck status as listed on Steam, checked Oct 28, 2026.
MapleStory player count
concurrent players on SteamPlayers counted on Steam every one to six hours; the daily peak is the highest count of the day.
In the news
All 12 storiesMore headlines - the next 4
- MapleStory Classic World opens its doors to founders October 6 and to everyone else October 21 Aug 24, 2026
- Nexon Q2 2026: MapleStory and ARC Raiders made so much money that Nexon paid out a special dividend Aug 14, 2026
- MapleStory Announces Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End Collab Aug 13, 2026
- This MapleStory-Inspired Indie MMORPG Moved Its Launch Date To Dodge MapleStory Jul 26, 2026