US Gaming Charts: Fortnite, CoD, Arc Raiders Reign Supreme
The latest data from Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker has just dropped, revealing the titans of the US gaming landscape for the week concluding November 22. Industry analyst Mat Piscatella's insights, gathered from PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and Steam activity, confirm which titles captivated the most weekly active users nationwide. While familiar giants continue their reign, a few surprises highlight the evolving tastes of American gamers, with Fortnite, Call of Duty HQ, and Arc Raiders seizing the top spots on their respective platforms.
Platform Powerhouses: PS5 & Xbox Leaders Revealed
On PlayStation 5, Epic Games' battle royale behemoth, Fortnite, once again claimed the coveted No. 1 position, solidifying its enduring appeal among PS5 players. Microsoft's Xbox ecosystem, however, saw the comprehensive Call of Duty HQ launcher – encompassing titles like Black Ops 7 and Warzone – dominate as its most engaged-with game.
Here’s the breakdown for the consoles:
Top 15 Most Popular PS5 Games (Week Ending Nov 22)
- 1: Fortnite
- 2: Call of Duty HQ
- 3: GTA 5 Remastered
- 4: Roblox
- 5: NBA 2K26
- 6: Battlefield 6
- 7: Where Winds Meet
- 8: Marvel Rivals
- 9: Minecraft
- 10: WWE 2K25
- 11: Madden NFL 26
- 12: Arc Raiders
- 13: Skate
- 14: NBA 2K25
- 15: Apex Legends
Top 15 Most Popular Xbox Games (Week Ending Nov 22)
- 1: Call of Duty HQ
- 2: Fortnite
- 3: Roblox
- 4: GTA 5 Remastered
- 5: Battlefield 6
- 6: Minecraft
- 7: NBA 2K26
- 8: Marvel Rivals
- 9: Arc Raiders
- 10: Rocket League
- 11: Madden NFL 26
- 12: Rainbow Six Siege
- 13: Skate
- 14: Forza Horizon 5
- 15: Apex Legends
Steam's Surprising Frontrunner and Rising Stars
The PC gaming platform Steam presented a distinct winner, with Arc Raiders soaring to the No. 1 spot for weekly active users in the US. This futuristic cooperative shooter demonstrated significant traction, outperforming established giants.
Perhaps the most remarkable surge across all platforms came from Risk of Rain 2. The roguelike sensation made an astonishing leap on Steam, rocketing from position No. 54 to a formidable No. 6 on the weekly engagement charts. This impressive climb underscores a powerful resurgence or significant new content impact for the title.
Top 15 Most Popular Steam Games (Week Ending Nov 22)
- 1: Arc Raiders
- 2: Battlefield 6
- 3: Counter-Strike 2
- 4: Where Winds Meet
- 5: Marvel Rivals
- 6: Risk of Rain 2
- 7: Rocket League
- 8: Megabonk
- 9: Peak
- 10: Helldivers 2
- 11: Deadlock
- 12: Dota 2
- 13: Dispatch
- 14: Baldur's Gate 3
- 15: R.E.P.O.
Understanding the Data: Circana's Player Engagement Tracker
It's crucial to understand the methodology behind these rankings. Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, spearheaded by analyst Mat Piscatella, measures total weekly active users. This metric provides a clear snapshot of how many unique players engaged with a game during the specified period, distinguishing it from concurrent user counts which track simultaneous players at any given moment. The data offers an authoritative look into the genuine player interest and participation across the United States for the week concluding November 22.