2025’s Top Downloaded PS5, PS4 Games Unveiled with Call of Duty Twist
The gaming landscape for 2025 has revealed surprising insights, especially in terms of downloads on the PlayStation Store. This year, sports games have dominated the charts across North America and Europe, overshadowing popular franchises like Call of Duty.
2025’s Top Downloaded PS5 and PS4 Games
The rankings illustrate a clear preference for sports titles among gamers:
- NBA 2K26 – Ranked No. 1 in North America and Canada.
- EA Sports FC 26 – Claimed the top position in Europe.
The latest installment in the Call of Duty series, Black Ops 7, struggled significantly this year. It finished in seventh place on both continents. In contrast, Battlefield 6 demonstrated stronger performance, securing the second spot in North America and fifth in Europe.
Other Notable Titles
Aside from the dominating sports games, several other titles made an impact:
- Minecraft – A consistent favorite among players.
- Helldivers 2 – A strong returning title.
- Arc Raiders, Ghost of Yotei, Assassin’s Creed Shadows, and Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 – Newcomers making their mark in North America.
On the PlayStation 4 front, Red Dead Redemption 2 maintained its legacy by achieving No. 1 in both regions. Similarly, Grand Theft Auto 5 secured significant positions across both PS5 and PS4 charts.
VR and Free-to-Play Games
In the realm of virtual reality, Beat Saber continued its winning streak, topping the PSVR 2 Games chart in both territories. Furthermore, Fortnite repeated its success in the free-to-play category.
These insights highlight the evolving preferences among gamers for 2025 and how the gaming industry adapts to these trends. For a detailed look at all top downloaded games on the PlayStation Store, refer to the complete list below.
