Fortnite and Arc Raiders Dominate US Game Charts for Week Ending January 24
The most popular video games in the United States remained largely consistent for the week ending January 24, according to data released by Circana. The firm’s Player Engagement Tracker, which measures weekly active users – not concurrent players – reveals continued dominance from established titles alongside a notable surge in popularity for a rising newcomer.
PlayStation and Xbox See Familiar Leaders
Fortnite maintained its position as the top game on both PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S consoles. This marks another week at the summit for the battle royale phenomenon. Following closely behind on PlayStation was Arc Raiders, securing the No. 2 spot, while on Xbox, Arc Raiders landed at No. 7.
Here’s a breakdown of the top 10 games on each platform:
PlayStation 5
- 10: WWE 2K25
- 9: Arc Raiders
- 8: Minecraft
- 7: Madden NFL 26
- 6: Marvel Rivals
- 5: NBA 2K26
- 4: Roblox
- 3: GTA 5 Remastered
- 2: Call of Duty HQ
- 1: Fortnite
Xbox Series X|S
- 10: Rainbow Six Siege
- 9: Rocket League
- 8: Marvel Rivals
- 7: Arc Raiders
- 6: NBA 2K26
- 5: Minecraft
- 4: GTA 5 Remastered
- 3: Roblox
- 2: Call of Duty HQ
- 1: Fortnite
Arc Raiders Continues Steam Reign, Newcomer Gains Momentum
On Steam, Arc Raiders extended its impressive run, holding the No. 1 position for the 11th consecutive week. This sustained success underscores the game’s strong appeal within the PC gaming community. However, one title experienced a particularly dramatic shift in engagement.
No Rest for the Wicked saw a massive increase in players, climbing from No. 322 to No. 11 on Steam within a single week. This surge suggests growing interest in the game, positioning it just outside the top 10 most played titles. Additionally, 2XKO entered the charts, reaching No. 17 on PlayStation and No. 27 on Xbox.
Here’s a look at the top 10 games on Steam:
- 10: Dota 2
- 9: Baldur’s Gate 3
- 8: Warframe
- 7: Rocket League
- 6: Deadlock
- 5: Helldivers 2
- 4: Battlefield 6
- 3: Marvel Rivals
- 2: Counter-Strike 2
- 1: Arc Raiders
According to one analyst, the data highlights the enduring popularity of established franchises like Fortnite and Call of Duty, while also demonstrating the potential for rapid growth among emerging titles. The impressive climb of No Rest for the Wicked is a testament to the power of word-of-mouth and positive player reception.
