According to the report, there have been a total of 71 million games sold in 2025 across PC and consoles in Europe, which marks a 6 percent drop over the same period from 2024. This data accounts for sales having taken place up to July 28. Of the 71 million game sales, 52 million were digital copies, while 19.7 million were physical copies. These are 3 percent and 9 percent reductions over the previous year, and around 74 percent of games sold this year in Europe have been digital, which, when it comes to percentages, is a 2 percent rise from 2024.

The best-selling game in Europe in 2025 has been EA Sports FC 25. The title was released back in 2024, and taking it into account, Assassin’s Creed Shadows currently sits in the number 2 spot for game sales overall in Europe across PC and consoles. The top 20 sales chart, which you can check out below, also include other games released this year, including The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered, Elden Ring: Nightreign, and Nintendo Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World. It is worth noting that digital sales data for Nintendo games hasn’t been revealed.

The data, coming from official European charts company GSD, also interestingly omits Clair Obscur: Expedition 33. It was noted as being missing because publisher Kepler Interactive hasn’t shared sales data for the game with GSD. An analyst from GSD, Sam Naji, also revealed some details about how game spending has changed for PC and consoles over the year.

In his analysis, Naji said that the first 19 weeks of 2025 saw spending drop by 2 percent compared to 2024, down to €1.33 billion, while the number of copies sold dropped by 9 percent. He attributed this to the average price of games having gone up by around 8 percent, with gamers spending an average of €29 per game, when compared to 2024’s average of €27 per game. He also noted that digital spending had gone up by 8 percent compared to a 6 percent drop in number of units sold, attributing it to a 15 percent rise in average price for digital games – €22 to €25 per game.

Best Selling Games in Europe for 2025 Across PC and Consoles:

1. EA Sports FC 25 (EA)
2. Assassin’s Creed Shadows (Ubisoft)
3. Grand Theft Auto 5 (Rockstar)
4. Red Dead Redemption 2 (Rockstar)
5. Hogwarts Legacy (Warner Bros)
6. Split Fiction (EA)
7. Monster Hunter Wilds (Capcom)
8. Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Activision Blizzard)
9. Mario Kart World (Nintendo)
10. Kingdom Come: Deliverance 2 (Plaion)
11. The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered (Bethesda)
12. Star Wars Battlefront 2 (EA)
13. Elden Ring: Nightreign (Bandai Namco)
14. It Takes Two (EA)
15. Grand Theft Auto Online (Rockstar)
16. NBA 2K25 (2K Games)
17. F1 25 (EA)
18. Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Siege (Ubisoft)
19. Mario Kart 8: Deluxe (Nintendo)
20. Battlefield 1 (EA)

From April 15th, Hogwarts Legacy and PlateUp! for PS5 and PS4 are also playable alongside Battlefield 1 on PS4 and Lost Records: Bloom and Rage – Tape 2 on PS5. Premium subscribers get exclusive access to classics like survival horror legend Alone in the Dark from the PS One era and War of the Monsters (PS2).

Both titles are playable on PS4 and PS5, though Sony notes that the latter might play differently or lack some features due to the lack of PS2 peripheral support.

While PS4 players have plenty to look forward to, PS Plus will no longer consistently offerr PS4-only titles starting next year in January. Games available for PS4 and PS5 will remain unaffected.

According to a community manager at EA, the decision to end support for the titles on those specific operating systems was due to Microsoft itself having ended support for older versions of Windows earlier this year. For context, Microsoft ended security updates and technical support for Windows 7 back in January 2020, while Windows 8.1 had its support ended back in January 2023.

It’s worth noting that Battlefield 1, Battlefield 5, and Star Wars Battlefront 2 can still be played on more modern Windows operating systems—namely Windows 10 and Windows 11.

Earlier in October, developer DICE and EA had released a trailer for the current Battlefield title—Battlefield 2042, showcasing the game’s sixth season of post-launch content.

As fans of the franchise would know, Battlefield started off on a very strong foot. Battlefield 1942 was released in 2002 and was an instant hit on both a critical and commercial scale. At the time, DICE was able to distinguish its military shooter offerings from the competition by focusing on a sense of scale and team-based gameplay. Where other first-person shooters restricted themselves to smaller-scale maps and game modes focused on individual performances, Battlefield 1942 introduced its signature Conquest mode which emphasized teamwork and strategy in large-scale maps. In addition to this, Battlefield also added classes into the mix – and depending on the chosen role, players would have to fulfill their responsibilities and act accordingly during the game.

Fun fact: DICE originally proposed Battlefield 1942 as a GameCube exclusive, but in the absence of proper online functionality on the console – the game was then built for the PC.

DICE would then go on to continually succeed with each passing entry in the franchise. Future installments like Battlefield 2: Modern Warfare also provided a much-needed change of scenery to a modern landscape, but the developer also paid due attention to polishing its signature large-scale gameplay while also introducing new modes into the mix. The series’ upward trajectory continued with Battlefield: Bad Company, which added set-pieces and a likable cast of characters in the single-player department which helped widen the target demographic for the franchise.

All of this set the perfect stage for Battlefield: Bad Company 2 and Battlefield 3, the former becoming the biggest hit in the franchise’s history up until that point (and arguably to date). It sported great single-player campaigns and adrenaline-pumping multiplayer with a wide variety of destructible maps and environments. This was also the time when EA’s own IPs were struggling to find their place in the rapidly changing shooter landscape, which eventually led to the closure of Danger Close games and by extension, the final nail in the coffin for that franchise.

But EA’s premium shooter had a tough future ahead of itself. While Battlefield 4 would go on to receive great critical and commercial acclaim, fans were not impressed by the single-player campaign and the game wasn’t technically stable with bugs and glitches galore. Post-launch patches and DLC did eventually turn the game’s fate around, but the franchise’s reputation had already taken a blow. It also didn’t help that Battlefield: Hardline didn’t get well with a decent chunk of the fanbase, despite featuring some interesting spins to this tried and tested formula.

The next entry in the series, Battlefield 1 then released in 2016 and shifted gears to a different setting. Battlefield 1 felt like a much-needed breath of fresh air amidst the barrage of modern shooters on the market, and it also helped that DICE crafted a well-designed multiplayer experience complete with iconic vehicles and weapons of the era. While the single-player campaigns were short, these self-contained War Stories were quality stuff regardless. Battlefield had once again risen from the ashes, but that victory was short-lived.

Battlefield 5 was released shortly after in 2018 and was subject to substantial criticisms from fans on account of its derivative gameplay and lack of meaningful content upon launch. Again, post-launch updates did manage to reinvigorate some interest in the franchise, but the general consensus surrounding the game was one of wasted potential and that’s something most people are likely to agree with.

And this brings us to Battlefield 2042, the franchise’s biggest blunder to date. The game was highly anticipated by fans and was also the subject of a short delay due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But when the game was released, it was once again criticized on account of its forgettable multiplayer modes, balance issues, and inconsistent matchmaking alongside a general lack of polish with the experience. Since the game’s launch last year, EA has continually tried to recoup player numbers with post-launch updates, but it has repeatedly failed and the future of Battlefield 2042 looks really bleak at the moment.

So, when went wrong? We can see that modern shooters became all the rage during the Xbox 360 and the PS3 era which is when Battlefield was at its peak. Fan interest slowly disintegrated in the subgenre as time went by, and the lack of any real gameplay innovation didn’t do the game any favors. While Battlefield 1 was able to recoup some interest within the series, the tendency to make iterative upgrades over substantial changes put the franchise back in the slumps once again. Battlefield 2042 was released as an underwhelming and unfinished package during this crucial time, all of which have dealt a significant blow to the franchise’s reputation.

But I think that EA knows that maybe Battlefield has outstayed its welcome. Multiplatform publishers like EA, Ubisoft, and Activision know that any franchise has a limited lifespan – and they know that the best way to make the most out of it is to keep churning out games until it’s no longer profitable – and then move on to the next best thing. Franchises like Guitar Hero, Dead Space (although it’s now coming back in the form of a remake), and so many others have died similar deaths at the hands of these publishers. 

That said, a counterpoint to this argument could be that EA is still working on turning Battlefield 2042‘s fates around for good with plenty of post-launch updates, so it’s not giving up on the franchise just yet. But that could also just be the last of EA’s attempts at salvaging some life from this game, and judging by the current market scenario and the recent moves made by Battlefield’s competitors – it seems that the best course of action is to diverge the franchise into a premium and a free-to-play segment; just like how other shooters have done with its offerings. 

Spending upwards of $70 on a middling experience like Battlefield 2042 doesn’t make a lot of sense when games like Fortnite are offering mostly similar experiences without any price of admission. What EA eventually ends up doing with the Battlefield franchise remains to be seen, but one thing is certain – that some big changes are going to have to be done in order for the franchise to have a future.

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As reported by MP1st, it seems hackers are joining the servers of Battlefield 1, Battlefield 4, and Battlefield Hardline, intending to crash them through DDoS attacks. Users across a number of forums and social media sites – from Reddit to the EA Answers forums – have spoken about the frequent crashed being experienced in the three games. Apparently, in the case of Battlefield Hardline, this has ben going on since 2020, though apparently, the issue has become much more prevalent in past Battlefield titles.

This is not the first time that games by EA have had their servers taken down by hackers DDoS-ing them, as both Titanfall 1 and Titanfall 2 are unplayable to this date, with EA promising to fix the issue- though no solution has yet been delivered.

We’ll keep you posted if EA confirms or addresses any of the above mentioned claims, though as of now, the company has remained largely silent about the issue.

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It doesn’t seem like DICE’s Battlefield 5 managed a great launch in the UK, at least at retail. Gfk-Tracker reports (via GamesIndustry) that the game was down 63% versus Battlefield 1, which launched in 2016, in the UK at retail at launch.

This meant that the game launches at fourth place in the country, which isn’t the best result that DICE or EA could have hoped for. On the other hand, it did end up launching better than Fallout 76 and Assassin’s Creed Odyssey, for what that’s worth—though neither of those games had the best launch week in the country, either. It remains to be seen whether or not it will at least have the kinds of legs that Odyssey had in the weeks following its launch.

All told, the charts at least look diverse, with a lot of different games comprising the top ten. Spyro: Reignited Trilogy and Pokemon Let’s Go’s two versions, both which ended up dominating the top 10 last week, had pretty steep drops, but on the whole, given they are still placing in the top ten, they seem to have done well enough.

You can check out the full charts below:

1. FIFA 19
   
2. Call of Duty: Black Ops 4
   
3. Red Dead Redemption 2
   
4. Battlefield V
   
5. Forza Horizon 4
   
6. Spider-Man
   
7. Fallout 76
   
8. Pokémon Let’s Go Pikachu
   
9. Spyro Reignited Trilogy
   
10. Mario Kart 8: Deluxe

With the Battlefield 5 open beta having recently ended, DICE has made the Premium Pass for Battlefield 1 free across all platforms. This includes all of the paid expansions for the developer’s 2016 World War 1 shooter- but there is a catch. The Premium Pass is only free until September 18th. Get it now before it’s gone, essentially.

In terms of content, there’s a lot to dig into for those who only own the base game. The Premium Pass features four expansion packs – They Shall Not Pass, In The Name of the Tsar, Turning Tides, and Apocalypse. Each comes with a number of new maps, Operations, new modes like Conquest Assault and Air Assault, new weapons, new vehicles, and new elite classes like the Trench Raider and Infiltrator.

As for Battlefield 5, it will be out on November 20th for Xbox One, PS4 and PC. DICE recently revealed more details about the upcoming Battle Royale mode, Firestorm, though when it will launch is still up in the air.

It’s September, and this week marks the arrival of the Battlefield 5 open beta. It will be available on September 6th for all platforms. However, if you’re subscribed to Origin Access Premier/Basic/EA Access or have pre-ordered the game, then the beta goes live early on September 4th.

What do you do when the beta ends on September 11th? For owners of Battlefield 1 who haven’t picked up the Premium Pass, it will be totally free. This applies only to Origin users and is valid up till September 18th. However, the Premium Pass is yours to keep beyond that.

Encompassing all four expansions – They Shall Not Pass, In the Name of the Tsar, Turning Tides, and Apocalypse – the Premium Pass gives you access to tons of additional maps, modes, weapons, vehicles, and so on. That should keep you busy until Battlefield 5 launches.

Speaking of which, Battlefield 5 was recently delayed from its October release date to November 20th. Feedback from the beta will be taken into account for the final game though. For a full rundown on the changes in the beta, head here.

Battlefield V is set to release not long from now, and EA is celebrating the days leading up to its release  with the ‘Road to Battlefield V’ event. This event grants expansion giveaways, along with other rewards for those who are playing Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 4. 

On the official forums for the upcoming Battlefield game, the developers provided details about what this community event will be bringing to players. First of all, all of the expansions for both Battlefield 1 and Battlefield 4 will be given away for free during this summer to all those who already own the base games. Apart from this, in Battlefield 1, weekly in-game rewards will be handed out to players and players will also be able to earn and unlock skins that can be used in Battlefield V when it releases. Additionally, Battlefield 1 players will also be able to complete daily tasks to earn weapons, skins, and more.

Battlefield V is set to release for the PC, PS4, and Xbox One on October 16.

DICE’s Battlefield 5 has been in closed alpha stage as players experience the game’s gunplay, fortifications and other new features. Though only two factions will be available at launch, with more to come via the Tides of War seasons, there will apparently be eight multiplayer modes to enjoy.

According to Reddit user turntrout101, the in-game home menu for Battlefield 1 has an article confirming that Conquest, Domination, Frontlines, Team Deathmatch and Breakthrough will be available at Battlefield 5’s launch. Three yet-to-be-revealed modes are included but these will apparently be “brand new” to the series. Also, it seems that modes like Final Stand and Airborne will exist within Grand Operations only.

Obviously, because it’s not an official announcement, there is some skepticism to be had. Wait for DICE to confirm the number of modes before getting your hopes or, alternatively, lamenting how only Conquest, Team Deathmatch and Operations will have players available down the line.

Battlefield 5 is out on October 16th for Xbox One, PS4 and PC.