The most popular games are getting harder and harder to usurp
Published: (January 8, 2026 at 10:30 AM EST)
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Source: The Verge
Source: The Verge
Summary
It’s harder than ever for a new video game to crack the top of the most‑played list. According to the Circana Player Engagement Tracker and video game market analyst Mat Piscatella, in 2025 the top five most‑played games on PS5 and Xbox… were the same as in 2024. And they likely won’t be changing anyt…