2025 is a wild year for gaming, with tons of players diving into all sorts of titles across consoles, PCs, and phones. This list rounds up the top 10 most popular video games of 2025, based on how many people are actually playing them—think monthly active users, daily active users, and concurrent players.
1. Roblox
Player Count: ~380 million monthly active users, 76 million daily active users (2025 estimate, based on 67 million daily active users in 2024)
Roblox is a beast, letting players make and share millions of games, from parkour challenges to virtual hangouts. It’s free, works on pretty much any device, and has a huge community that keeps it buzzing. With 6 billion accounts and constant new content, it’s a go-to for everyone, young or old, who loves creating or chilling with friends.
2. Fortnite
Player Count: ~350 million registered users, ~30 million monthly active users, up to 1.6 million concurrent players (2025 projections from 2024 data)
Epic’s battle royale is still a juggernaut, throwing in Marvel, Star Wars, and music star crossovers to keep things fresh. New seasons, creative modes, and big esports events make it hard to put down. Being free and playable on every platform means it’s a constant hangout spot for competitive and casual players alike.
3. Minecraft
Player Count: ~200 million monthly active users, ~60 million registered players, 1.1 million concurrent players (2025 estimate, with 300 million copies sold by 2023)
Minecraft’s blocky world lets you build anything, fight mobs, or team up on servers. Its modding scene, use in classrooms, and availability everywhere keep it massive. With a trillion YouTube views, it’s a cultural giant that sparks imagination for kids and adults.
4. League of Legends
Player Count: ~130 million monthly active users (2025 estimate, with 2.7 million viewers for LCK Cup 2025)
Riot’s strategy game pits teams against each other in intense matches, pulling in both newbies and pros. It’s free, gets regular character updates, and has huge esports tournaments like Worlds. The deep story and active fanbase make it a game you can’t quit.
5. Counter-Strike 2
Player Count: ~949,000 average concurrent players per week (January 2025), ~856,796 average active players (March 2024), ~35 million monthly active users (2025 estimate)
Valve’s shooter is all about tight gunplay and team tactics, making it a favorite for competitive players. The Source 2 engine upgrade and big esports events like the Major keep it dominating Steam. It’s easy to jump into but tough to master, which is why players stick around.
6. Apex Legends
Player Count: ~18 million monthly active users (2024 average, with 2025 ranking stability)
Respawn’s battle royale mixes unique characters with slick shooting, making every match feel fresh. Tools like pings for teamwork and new seasons with extra content keep squads coming back. It’s free and works on most platforms, so it’s a solid pick for group gaming.
7. Valorant
Player Count: ~25.1 million monthly active users (January 2025), ~7 million daily active users (February 2025 estimate), ~300,000-500,000 concurrent players
Riot’s shooter blends Counter-Strike’s precision with special character powers, making matches super competitive. It’s free, gets new agents often, and has big esports events like Masters Bangkok 2025. Now on PS5 and Xbox, it’s got cool skins and ranked modes that keep players grinding.
8. GTA Online
Player Count: ~20-25 million monthly active users (2025 estimate)
The online side of Grand Theft Auto V is pure chaos, with heists, races, and custom role-playing servers. It keeps evolving with new missions, and the hype for GTA VI doesn’t hurt. It’s a sandbox for crime and creativity that players can’t get enough of.
9. Overwatch 2
Player Count: ~21.9 million monthly active users (January 2025), ~6 million daily active users (2025 average), ~33,000 average Steam players (May 2025)
Blizzard’s team shooter throws you into fast matches with heroes that fit different playstyles. Going free-to-play, adding new characters, and dropping updates like Season 16’s Stadium mode keeps it lively. Even with Marvel Rivals stealing some thunder, its smooth gameplay and events pull players in.
10. Marvel Rivals
Player Count: ~10 million monthly active users (2025 estimate), 268,283 24-hour peak concurrent players (March 2025)
This 6v6 shooter from NetEase, launched in December 2024, lets you play as Marvel heroes in team battles. It’s free, looks great, and feels a bit like Overwatch, which draws a big crowd. Regular updates and the Marvel name make it a hot new pick for shooter fans.
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