Gaming isn’t just a pastime for many Americans; it’s a full-fledged passion. Gamers are united by their shared enthusiasm for these virtual adventures, but the burning question remains: which video games reign supreme across the nation in 2023?
Here at CoinFlipperr.com, we analyzed more than 1,700 video game searches on Google to determine the most popular game in every state. Here’s what we found out:
- Minecraft stands as the most popular game in 15 states, including Florida, Georgia, and the Dakotas.
- The Last of Us continues to captivate gamers in 10 states like New York, Colorado, and Illinois. Potentially fueled by the popularity of the new TV show.
- Hogwarts Legacy was the most popular with gamers in five states
- Some states have unique gaming favorites, such as Star Wars Jedi: Survivor in Mississippi, Elden Ring in Vermont, and Diablo IV in Ohio.
The Most Popular Video Game in Every State
| State | Video Game |
|---|---|
| Alabama | WWE 2K22 |
| Alaska | Minecraft |
| Arizona | Hogwarts Legacy |
| Arkansas | Minecraft |
| California | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Colorado | The Last of Us |
| Connecticut | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Delaware | Diablo IV |
| Florida | Minecraft |
| Georgia | Minecraft |
| Hawaii | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Idaho | Minecraft |
| Illinois | The Last of Us |
| Indiana | Diablo IV |
| Iowa | Minecraft |
| Kansas | Minecraft |
| Kentucky | The Last of Us |
| Louisiana | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Maine | The Last of Us |
| Maryland | Star Wars Jedi: Survivor |
| Massachusetts | Resident Evil 4 (2023) |
| Michigan | Hogwarts Legacy |
| Minnesota | Resident Evil 4 (2023) |
| Mississippi | Star Wars Jedi: Survivor |
| Missouri | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Montana | Hogwarts Legacy |
| Nebraska | Hogwarts Legacy |
| Nevada | Diablo IV |
| New Hampshire | The Last of Us |
| New Jersey | Diablo IV |
| New Mexico | Minecraft |
| New York | The Last of Us |
| North Carolina | Elden Ring |
| North Dakota | Minecraft |
| Ohio | Diablo IV |
| Oklahoma | The Last of Us |
| Oregon | Minecraft |
| Pennsylvania | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
| Rhode Island | Star Wars Jedi: Survivor |
| South Carolina | Minecraft |
| South Dakota | Minecraft |
| Tennessee | The Last of Us |
| Texas | The Last of Us |
| Utah | Minecraft |
| Vermont | Elden Ring |
| Virginia | The Last of Us |
| Washington | Hogwarts Legacy |
| West Virginia | Minecraft |
| Wisconsin | Minecraft |
| Wyoming | Elden Ring |
Most Popular New Video Games
While some gamers revel in mastering their all-time favorites, a staggering 57% of players prefer the thrill of exploring new horizons. In a survey of over 1,000 gamers, we discovered that the allure of fresh gaming experiences is undeniable. It’s no wonder that The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom tops the list of 2023’s most beloved new games, closely followed by Diablo IV and the captivating Hogwarts Legacy.
However, the pursuit of these new adventures comes at a price, with gamers collectively shelling out an average of $146 on video games in 2023. A growing 79% believe that the cost of gaming is spiraling out of control, pushing some to resort to less savory means, as nearly 1 in 3 (29%) have admitted to illegal game downloads.
Methodology
Our quest to unveil America’s gaming preferences involved an exhaustive analysis of Google search data encompassing 1,752 video game-related terms, spanning the period from April 2020 to April 2023. To add depth to our findings, we surveyed 1,006 self-identified gamers who dabble in handheld console games, esports, and virtual reality games. The respondents spanned ages from 18 to 60, with an average age of 35, and were comprised of 50% men, 48% women, and 2% non-binary individuals.
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