October 2025 saw League of Legends maintain its position as the most-streamed game worldwide, reaching 213 million hours watched — a 30% jump from September. The surge came from the ongoing League of Legends World Championships, which continue to pull massive audiences on Twitch and other major streaming platforms outside China. Riot Games' ability to keep players and viewers engaged over the long term remains unmatched.
GTA V Remains a Consistent Favorite
Grand Theft Auto V held second place with 164 million hours watched. For a game this old, that's impressive. Roleplay servers and content creators keep the game fresh by building new narratives and experiences. GTA V's staying power near the top of the rankings proves its versatility for livestream content.
Battlefield 6 Makes a Notable Entry
New releases also made waves in October. Battlefield 6, which launched on October 10, cracked the Top 10 with 43.9 million hours watched — the highest-ranking new entry for the month. Its free-to-play spinoff, Battlefield REDSEC, added another 10.6 million hours. Multiplayer shooters still dominate early streaming engagement, and Battlefield 6 showed that high-profile releases can generate serious viewership even in a crowded streaming landscape.
Rising Titles and Late-Month Releases
Other notable entries in October include ARC Raiders, which launched on October 30 and still hit #17 with 20.7 million hours watched. Megabonk, which debuted in mid-September, climbed to #16 with 23.3 million hours watched — a 132% increase over the previous month. The game has held over 30,000 concurrent Steam players daily, showing it has legs beyond the initial launch hype.
October also brought new entries like Pokémon Legends Z-A, Escape from Duckov, and Ghost of Yotei, along with Little Nightmares III, RV There Yet?, Digimon Story: Time Stranger, Fellowship, Ball x Pit, and The Outer Worlds 2. The mix of platform exclusives, indie titles, and franchise expansions kept the streaming landscape diverse.
Observing Trends in Game Streaming
The October data highlights a clear pattern: established titles hold strong viewership while new releases gain traction fast. Competitive games, open-world experiences, and narrative-driven titles all find dedicated streaming audiences. The continued growth of web3-integrated games and cross-platform titles suggests the next wave of viewership could increasingly include games leveraging blockchain and decentralized technologies.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which game was the most-streamed in October 2025?
League of Legends led global streaming with 213 million hours watched, primarily driven by the ongoing World Championships.
How did new releases perform in October 2025?
Battlefield 6 entered the Top 10 with 43.9 million hours watched, while ARC Raiders reached #17 and Megabonk continued to rise in viewership. Several other titles like Pokémon Legends Z-A, Ghost of Yotei, and Escape from Duckov also appeared in the Top 100.
Did older games maintain high streaming numbers?
Yes, Grand Theft Auto V remained the second most-streamed game with 164 million hours watched, highlighting its continued popularity among streamers and audiences.
What platforms were included in the analysis?
The report analyzed major non-China streaming platforms, including Twitch and other global game livestreaming services.
Are web3 games influencing streaming trends?
Emerging web3-integrated games are starting to gain attention, suggesting a growing interest in blockchain-based and decentralized gaming content among livestream audiences.
