Top 5 Console Games Unchanged in 2025

In 2025, the most-played video games on PlayStation and Xbox consoles in the United States showed remarkable continuity, with the top five titles on both platforms matching those from 2024, according to data from Circana's Player Engagement Tracker. Fortnite claimed the number one spot on each system, underscoring the enduring appeal of live-service games amid a year packed with major releases.

The rankings, shared by Circana senior director Mat Piscatella on social media, reflect player engagement across PS5, PS4, Xbox Series X|S, and Xbox One. On PlayStation, Fortnite led, followed by the Call of Duty franchise, Grand Theft Auto V, Roblox, and Minecraft. The Xbox list mirrored these titles exactly but featured a slight reorder, with Fortnite first, Call of Duty second, Grand Theft Auto V third, Minecraft fourth, and Roblox fifth. This marked a shift from 2024 on Xbox, where Call of Duty had topped the chart ahead of Fortnite.

The persistence of these games stems from their live-service models, which deliver ongoing content updates to sustain player interest. Fortnite, developed by Epic Games, continues to draw millions through frequent collaborations with popular franchises,...