Gaming has always been a hobby of choice. From the early days of choosing which games to put in your arcade to the present, your biggest decision is deciding which gaming system to buy for your home setup.
The gaming space is more competitive than ever. Nintendo, Xbox, PlayStation, and more are all competing for your loyalty with console exclusives and new features. In the meantime, PC continues to offer the most customizable experiences. So which gaming platform do Ranters pledge allegiance to?
The most played games on Xbox and PlayStation in 2025 are:
New data shows the most played games in 2025, and considering the number of big titles released that year, the results could be surprising.
PC has established itself as the king of games for GR readers.
The results are in. It's not over yet! PC has been declared the most popular gaming platform by Game Rant readers, with a dominance not seen since. Claire Obsker Definitely in 2025 too! The console is closer than you think!
Where will most video games be played in 2026?
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PC — 62% / 1,623 votes
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PlayStation — 15% / 398 votes
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Others — 8% / 222 votes
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Xbox — 8% / 216 votes
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Nintendo — 6% / 169 votes
The message is very clear. Game Rant readers are PC gamers! While competition between consoles remains fierce, recent polls have shown PCs with a commanding lead, with more than 60% of voters planning to play games on laptops and PCs this year. This isn't surprising considering what accessible PCs offer in terms of custom builds and circumvents most console exclusive restrictions, but it's surprising how favored the platform is.
Among consoles, Sony takes the top spot as people decide to enjoy their favorite throwbacks in 2026 with PlayStation systems. Interestingly, this is closely followed by “Other”, which can encompass things like VR systems, portable consoles (except the Nintendo Switch/Switch 2), or retro gaming platforms. So it's nice to see gamers still opting for variety!
Perhaps the most surprising and somewhat disappointing result is the low number of Nintendo players. Given that Nintendo is the latest console provider to release a new product, it's somewhat surprising to see such little representation for Switch and Switch 2 players. The Switch 2 got off to a somewhat shaky start to 2025, so Nintendo will be hoping to turn things around with a few big releases in 2026.
With the debate resolved, we turn our attention to the world. Lego and pokemon! It was recently announced that the two giants are collaborating, so which set intrigued you the most?
