Death Stranding 2 & Rematch Dominate PS5 Charts in June 2025
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– Death Stranding 2: On the Beach topped the North American PS5 chart in June, just four days after its late June release.
– In Europe, Death Stranding 2 debuted at No. 4, while Rematch led the PS5 chart, also ranking No. 4 in North America.
– Grand Theft Auto 5 and older titles like Mortal Kombat 11 and Mortal Kombat 1 appeared near the top of both regional charts.
– Star Wars Battlefront 2 claimed No. 1 for PS4 games in North America and Europe, mirroring its resurgence on Steam.
– Behemoth led PSVR2 charts in both regions, while Splitgate 2 and Fortnite dominated free-to-play rankings.
The gaming landscape saw major shifts in June 2025 as highly anticipated titles dominated PlayStation charts across regions. Hideo Kojima’s Death Stranding 2: On the Beach made an explosive entrance, securing the top spot on North America’s PS5 chart within just four days of release. Meanwhile, European players showed stronger preference for Rematch, the arcade-style soccer game that claimed first place in EU territories while landing at number four stateside.
Longstanding favorites continued their chart dominance alongside new releases. Rockstar’s Grand Theft Auto V maintained remarkable staying power, appearing near the top of both regional charts. Fighting game enthusiasts kept Mortal Kombat 11 and Mortal Kombat 1 in the mix, proving the franchise’s enduring appeal years after their initial launches.
PS4 charts told a different story, with Star Wars Battlefront 2 experiencing an unexpected resurgence. The title topped both North American and European lists, mirroring its renewed popularity on Steam. Many speculate this surge stems from players hoping to manifest development of Star Wars Battlefront 3 through sheer engagement numbers.
VR gaming saw predictable trends given the limited new releases. Behemoth by Skydance unsurprisingly led PSVR2 charts in both markets, highlighting the platform’s ongoing need for fresh content. Free-to-play offerings showed regional variations, with Splitgate 2 dominating North America while Fortnite maintained its European stronghold alongside strong North American performance.
These rankings reveal fascinating insights about player behavior – from the immediate impact of AAA releases to the surprising longevity of older titles. The data underscores how different genres and platforms cater to distinct audiences across global markets, with some franchises demonstrating near-permanent staying power in gaming culture.
(Source: GameSpot)
