Valheim 1.0's Steam player count soars to a huge 5-year high, but it's not enough to beat the viral survival game's early access peak

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Remember Valheim, the indie survival hit that exploded in popularity during early access? Well, the game's official 1.0 launch has reignited the forge, bringing a huge surge of players back to its viking-themed world. While it hasn't quite reclaimed its all-time early access peak, Valheim is still pulling impressive numbers, proving its staying power even after a long wait for full release.