In the bustling world of video games, few titles capture attention, such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6. This action-packed game continues to hold its ground as the best-selling title in the United States for January 2025, marking an impressive four-month streak at number one. Watching how certain games maintain their popularity while others fade into obscurity is fascinating—there’s always a good story behind these numbers!
According to the latest sales data from Circana, the competition remains fierce. Following Black Ops 6, Madden NFL 25 snagging second place, with EA Sports FC 25 right behind in fourth. However, it’s not just about who holds the top spots; notable shifts are happening further down the list as well. For example, Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth has made a remarkable comeback after launching on Steam, going from a modest ranking of 56 in December to third place this month. Quite the turnaround!
Minecraft also saw an upward trend, climbing from ninth to fifth position. Even amidst newer releases and flashy graphics, there’s something timeless about building blocks and adventures!
Top 20 Best-Selling Games For January 2025
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (1)
- Madden NFL 25 (2)
- Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth (56)
- EA Sports FC 25 (5)
- Minecraft (9)
- Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (13)
- EA Sports College Football 25 (3)
- Donkey Kong Country Returns (NEW)
- Hogwarts Legacy (7)
- Sonic X Shadow Generations (6)
- Helldivers II (15)
- Astro Bot (8)
- Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero (11)
- Super Mario Party Jamboree (5)
- Elden Ring (12)
- Final Fantasy VII Remake & Rebirth Twin Pack (265)
- Mario Kart 8 (16)
- The Crew: Motorfest (31)
- UFC 5 (28)
- It Takes Two (82)
If you’re searching for fresh experiences in gaming, keep an eye on new titles that are making their mark. The debut of Donkey Kong Country Returns, landing at number eight, is particularly noteworthy given that it’s been quite some time since we’ve seen a significant entry in this beloved franchise.
