The scope of the gaming industry is gradually expanding, with more and more popular titles appearing in other forms of media. In particular, some of the biggest and most memorable franchises of recent years are being adapted for television audiences.
The more TV shows there are, the more competition there is, and some beloved series are starting to compete with each other for viewers' affection. So we wanted to find out from the Ranters who they think is the king of television, and they decided.
Game Rant's Top 10 Games of 2025
Game Rant has ranked the top 10 games of 2025, highlighting the best titles released in a year filled with unique and memorable experiences.
Fallout was voted the best video game adaptation by GR readers.
Bethesda's hugely popular TV adaptation fallout The series was declared a landslide winner over the Pedro Pascal-led series. our last, And there are some very notable spinoffs.
Which live-action TV series based on video games are the best?
- Fallout — 51% / 289 votes.
- The Last of Us — 18% / 105 votes.
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Not applicable – 16% / 93 votes.
- Halo — 6% / 33 votes.
- twisted metal — 5% / 26 votes.
- knuckles — 4% / 23 votes.
With just over half of the total votes cast, fallout It takes the crown for readers' favorite video game TV version. Since its release in 2024, the show has taken the world by storm, and as it continues to be released, many fans are flocking back for a second season.
What comes second is the last of usStarring Pedro Pascal and Bella Ramsey. Although there have been some controversies and criticisms about the show, the original game has historically been applauded as one of the strongest gaming narratives in recent memory, which has largely translated to television.
Interestingly, third place, which received quite a few votes overall, was “Nothing.” Of course, this is open to interpretation, but other recent applications may also include: Arcane, secret leveland Devil May Cry.
Rounding out the remaining options was a close competition between three iconic franchises. Some of them have historically been loyal to their own major console brands. Standing out over the competition was previously exclusive to Xbox. haloThen the PlayStation twisted metalthen knuckles, at sonic the hedgehog franchise. While they may not have made much of an impact with the GR audience, compared to the top scoring options, they can certainly rely on the unwavering loyalty of their die-hard fan base.
Once a winner has been chosen, it's time to put on your festive hat and enjoy the holiday season! So which top 2025 title will you be marathoning?
