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Microsoft Reigns Supreme on PS5

In an exciting shift, Microsoft Gaming Studios titles have surged in popularity among PlayStation 5 gamers, securing six spots in the top 10 best-sellers between April and June 2025, making Microsoft the leading video game publisher on the console.

Sophie Laurent · 2 min read

Microsoft Dominates PS5 Bestsellers with Six Titles in Top 10 (April-June '25)

Microsoft's studio games are proving highly popular among PlayStation fans, with six titles ranking among the top 10 bestsellers in America for PlayStation 5 between April and June 2025. This data, reported by Circana, a company tracking game sales, positions Microsoft at the forefront on a console historically viewed as a rival. The top-selling Microsoft titles include Forza Horizon 5, Indiana Jones: The Great Circle, Oblivion Remastered, Minecraft, Black Ops 6, and Doom: The Dark Ages. In contrast, Sony secured only one game in the PlayStation 5 top 10 during the same period: MLB: The Show. This annual bestseller highlights the continued appeal of sports games for PlayStation users.

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If you’re curious about how a major gaming failure can turn into one of the most enduring titles in recent history, be sure to check out Bruno Pferd’s insightful piece, "Cyberpunk 2077 Was a Disaster at Launch, and Thankfully So" (published on July 30, 2025). The article delves into how CD Projekt Red transformed their rocky start with Cyberpunk 2077 into a triumphant comeback story. From the initial challenges to the present-day accolades, it’s an inspiring tale of perseverance and innovation. Dive into this must-read blog post at Cyberpunk 2077 Was a Disaster at Launch, and Thankfully So for more details. If you're a fan of both The Walking Dead and Dead by Daylight, you won’t want to miss Ahmed Hassan’s latest post on how the two universes have collided in an epic crossover event. Published on July 30, 2025, this article delves into the introduction of Rick Grimes, Michonne, and Daryl to Dead by Daylight, complete with their iconic styles and dynamic interactions. Dive into the blog for a detailed look at how these beloved characters are enhancing the game’s immersive survival experience The Walking Dead Surprise Finally Available to Everyone's Delight. For all you Sims enthusiasts out there, Jonathan Dubinski has just released an insightful update on the latest improvements to The Sims 4. Published on July 30th, his post delves into the recent fixes for bugs and issues plaguing the Enchanted Gardens expansion, including solutions for magical character illnesses and console player gallery access problems. He also highlights several other welcome tweaks that enhance gameplay across various aspects of the game. If you’re curious to learn more about these updates and what’s coming down the pipeline, be sure to check out his post here The Sims 4 Gets Another Update, What's New?.

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