The Top Ten Most Popular Online Games in 2021

In the rapidly evolving world of online gaming, certain games have risen to the top, as seen in the 2021 rankings for the most popular games. This assessment is based on various factors, from the overall player count to the overall influence in the gaming community.

1. League of Legends

The dominance of Riot Games' League of Legends in the MOBA genre has continued in 2021. With its expansive lore and constantly updated gameplay, it holds the first position on our list. It's highly competitive landscape and regular esports events are some of the reasons its popularity has not waned in years.

2. Fortnite

Epic Games' Fortnite snagged the second spot. The game's popularity is due to its unique blend of shooting and building mechanics, combined with its widespread availability on various gaming platforms.

3. Valorant

Riot Games' relatively new FPS title, Valorant, has had an impressive surge in popularity since its mid-2020 launch. The tactical shooter draws players in with its combination of creative agent mechanics and strategic gameplay.

4. Call of Duty: Warzone

This year, Call of Duty Warzone remains on the list as one of the most-played games in 2021. The game's immersive map and constantly updated content have managed to retain players around the globe.

5. Among Us

Among Us became a cultural sensation in the era of social distancing, surprisingly capturing the fifth spot on the list. The game of social deception is commonly played with friends, leading to humorous and suspenseful multiplayer events.

6. Minecraft

Minecraft, a sandbox building game developed by Mojang Studios, has retained its popularity for over a decade. The game's endless creative possibilities appeal to players of all demographics.

7. Genshin Impact

The open-world RPG from Chinese developer miHoYo, Genshin Impact, has earned praise for its beautiful graphics, expansive world, and gacha-style mechanics.

8. Roblox

Dominating with its appeal to younger gamers, the user-generated online gaming platform Roblox comes in eighth place. Its simplistic design and endless content have kept it in the top-tier of popular games.

9. Apex Legends

Apex Legends, a professional and highly polished game from Respawn Entertainment, has a dedicated player base due to its unique hero mechanics and fast-paced gameplay.

10. PUBG

Rounding up the list is PUBG. Despite the arrivals of numerous battle royale games, PUBG has managed to maintain its player base with realistic gun-play mechanics and regular content updates.

The online gaming market is highly dynamic with new games always rising to the challenge. Which game tops the list in coming years is anyone's guess... but one thing is clear... the future of gaming is indeed bright and exciting!