The top-played games on Xbox and PS5 were the same in 2024 and 2025 and likely won’t change much in the near future.
The top-played games on Xbox and PS5 were the same in 2024 and 2025 and likely won’t change much in the near future.
by Ash ParrishJan 8, 2026, 3:30 PM UTCAsh Parrish is a reporter who covers the business, culture, and communities of video games, with a focus on marginalized gamers and the quirky, horny culture of video game communities.
It’s harder than ever for a new video game to crack the top of the most-played list.