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Most Played on Xbox Right Now

The games kids hear about most, ranked by popularity across Steam, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo and mobile stores, with a GameCompass health score and age fit for each one.

Data from November 1, 2026 · Refreshed on the 1st and 15th of each month

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How we build this list+
  • 15 charts across 6 platforms
  • Weighted Borda count: rank 1 in a chart is worth 100 points
  • Refreshed on the 1st and 15th of each month
  • Data from November 1, 2026
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Popular and healthy

Most played games with a Good or Excellent GameCompass score.

  1. #1=
    Grand Theft Auto V

    Grand Theft Auto V

    Xbox

    Popular on #8 Xbox

    Grand Theft Auto V is a sprawling open-world crime game known for its intense mature content, including extreme violence, strong language, and sexual themes.

    Paid game · ESRB M · PEGI 18

    27
    RISKY

    Suitable for ages 16‑18

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  2. #2=
    Fortnite

    Fortnite

    Xbox

    Popular on #1 Xbox

    Fortnite offers thrilling competitive play and social fun, especially when teaming up with friends.

    Free-to-play · ESRB T · PEGI 12

    31
    MIXED

    Suitable for ages 13‑15 and 16‑18

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  3. #3=
    Roblox

    Roblox

    Xbox

    Popular on #2 Xbox

    Roblox is a vast online platform where children can play millions of user-created games, from simple obstacle courses to complex role-playing.

    Free-to-play · ESRB T

    27
    RISKY

    Suitable for ages 13‑15 and 16‑18

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  4. #4=
    Minecraft

    Minecraft

    Xbox

    Popular on #3 Xbox

    Minecraft is a robust creative sandbox where children build anything they imagine, learn problem-solving, and collaborate with friends.

    Paid game · ESRB E10+ · PEGI 7

    79
    GOOD

    Suitable for ages 9‑12, 13‑15 and 16‑18

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  5. #5=

    Call of Duty®

    Xbox

    Popular on #4 Xbox

    Not yet rated
  6. #6=
    Rocket League

    Rocket League

    Xbox

    Popular on #5 Xbox

    Rocket League blends car driving with soccer, offering fast-paced, competitive fun.

    Free-to-play · ESRB E · PEGI 3

    33
    MIXED

    Suitable for ages 13‑15 and 16‑18

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  7. #7=
    Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

    Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege

    Xbox

    Popular on #6 Xbox

    Rainbow Six Siege is a highly competitive, mature tactical shooter where teamwork is paramount, but it comes with significant risks.

    Paid game · ESRB M · PEGI 18

    27
    RISKY

    Not recommended for under 18

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  8. #8▲ 1
    NBA 2K27

    NBA 2K27

    Xbox

    Popular on #7 Xbox

    NBA 2K27 offers realistic basketball simulation with deep player customization and strategic management, but parents should be aware of aggressive…

    Paid game · ESRB E

    50
    DECENT

    Suitable for ages 13‑15 and 16‑18

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  9. #9▲ 1

    Madden NFL 27

    Xbox

    Popular on #9 Xbox

    Madden NFL 27 is an American football simulation with deep strategic elements, but its freemium model and online interactions warrant careful parental…

    Free-to-play

    47
    DECENT

    Suitable for ages 13‑15 and 16‑18

    See full review
  10. #10▲ 8

    Battlefield™

    Xbox

    Popular on #10 Xbox

    Not yet rated

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  1. #11=

    EA SPORTS™ College Football 27

    Popular on #11 Xbox

  2. #12▼ 4
    Gears of War: E-Day

    Gears of War: E-Day

    Popular on #12 Xbox

    39
  3. #13▼ 1
    Forza Horizon 6

    Forza Horizon 6

    Popular on #14 Xbox

    46
  4. #14▲ 1
    Apex Legends

    Apex Legends

    Popular on #15 Xbox

    22
  5. #15▼ 2
    Marvel Rivals

    Marvel Rivals

    Popular on #16 Xbox

    34
  6. #16=
    EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26

    EA SPORTS Madden NFL 26

    Popular on #17 Xbox

    32
  7. #17▼ 3
    Overwatch

    Overwatch

    Popular on #18 Xbox

    51
  8. #18New
    Cyberpunk 2077

    Cyberpunk 2077

    Popular on #19 Xbox

    47
  9. #19▼ 2
    EA SPORTS FC 27

    EA SPORTS FC 27

    Popular on #20 Xbox

    37
  10. #20▼ 1
    Red Dead Redemption 2

    Red Dead Redemption 2

    Popular on #21 Xbox

    64
  11. #21=
    EA SPORTS College Football 26
    38
  12. #22=
    EA SPORTS FC 26 (all other platforms)
    36
  13. #23▲ 1
    NBA 2K26

    NBA 2K26

    Popular on #24 Xbox

    33
  14. #24▼ 4
    ARC Raiders

    ARC Raiders

    Popular on #25 Xbox

    40

Most played games by age

The highest-ranked games in this list that GameCompass considers suitable for each age band.

Suitable for ages 6‑8

  1. #13Forza Horizon 646

Suitable for ages 9‑12

  1. #4Minecraft79
  2. #13Forza Horizon 646
  3. #19EA SPORTS FC 2737
  4. #23NBA 2K2633

Suitable for ages 13‑15

  1. #2Fortnite31
  2. #3Roblox27
  3. #4Minecraft79
  4. #6Rocket League33
  5. #8NBA 2K2750

Suitable for ages 16‑18

  1. #1Grand Theft Auto V27
  2. #2Fortnite31
  3. #3Roblox27
  4. #4Minecraft79
  5. #6Rocket League33

Sources and method

Each chart contributes Borda points (rank 1 = 100 points) multiplied by its weight. The same game in several charts is merged by its GameCompass review or by its normalized name. Read the full methodology