Who Ruled January Downloads on Playstation – Ps5, Ps4 and Ps Vr2

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PlayStation’s latest download charts outline how players kicked off the year across PS5, PS4, PS VR2 and free-to-play. Arc Raiders opened January atop the PS5 rankings in the US/Canada, while EA SPORTS FC 26 led the European PS5 list. On PS VR2, Beat Saber and Job Simulator traded the No.1 and No.2 positions between regions. In free-to-play, Fortnite held first place on both sides of the Atlantic, and the new fighter 2XKO landed in the top three.

Below are the complete regional breakdowns as provided by PlayStation – a snapshot of what resonated with players last month. Naming may vary by region, and upgrades or hardware-bundled versions are excluded.

Ps5 Highlights – Different Leaders in Us/Canada and Eu

The PS5 charts show distinct regional preferences. Arc Raiders took No.1 in the US/Canada, while EA SPORTS FC 26 ranked first in the EU. Legacy heavyweights such as Grand Theft Auto V and Minecraft maintained high placements in both regions. Live-service staples including Call of Duty: Black Ops 7 and UFC 5 also featured prominently.

Ps5 Top Downloads – January (Us/Canada Vs Eu)

The table lists the full PS5 rankings by region for January – an at-a-glance view of where each title landed.

Notes: naming of products may differ between regions; upgrades not included.

Ps4 Snapshot – Catalog Favorites Dominate

On PS4, the charts were led by Red Dead Redemption 2 in both regions. The list blends long-running hits and co-op standouts such as Minecraft, A Way Out, and Gang Beasts. Legacy shooters like Call of Duty: Black Ops III also remain among the most downloaded.

Ps4 Top Downloads – January (Us/Canada Vs Eu)

Full PS4 rankings by region for January are presented below for clarity and comparison.

Note: naming of products may differ between regions.

Ps Vr2 – Rhythm and Sim Leaders

The VR chart leaders alternated by territory: Beat Saber hit No.1 in the US/Canada, while Job Simulator led in the EU. Social hit Among Us 3D: VR secured a top-three spot in both lists, with Alien: Rogue Incursion VR and Metro Awakening also charting.

Ps Vr2 Top Downloads – January (Us/Canada Vs Eu)

These are PlayStation Store purchases only – upgrades and hardware-bundled games are not counted.

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Methodology: PlayStation Store purchases only; game upgrades or titles bundled with hardware are excluded.

Free-to-Play – Fortnite on Top, 2Xko Debuts Strong

In the free-to-play rankings, Fortnite kept first place in both regions. Roblox held second, and newcomer 2XKO entered the top three. The lists also featured Call of Duty: Warzone, Rocket League, and region-specific standouts like eFootball and Arknights: Endfield.

Free-to-Play Top Downloads – January (Ps5 + Ps4)

The table shows the top free-to-play downloads across US/Canada and EU for the month.

The Bottom Line – How to Read January’s Splits

Why it matters: The January charts underline regional tastes – team sports and co-op titles surged in the EU, while shooters and extraction gameplay saw traction in the US/Canada. For players, this is a quick way to spot what communities are active right now and where lobbies are buzzing – whether you chase competitive ladders, co-op runs, or VR rhythm streaks.