In 2023, the gaming world experienced a remarkable surge, a fact backed by Google Trends’ insights. Google’s annual Year in Search report for this year has been released, encompassing the most sought-after topics across various categories. Among these rankings is the compilation of the top ten most searched video games on Google, providing an intriguing glimpse into gaming trends.
The Year in Search 2023 report spotlights games frequently sought after on Google. While some titles were expected contenders, others proved to be unexpected additions. Topping the list is Hogwarts Legacy, commanding the highest number of searches across the platform.
The heightened searches for the wizarding game were primarily driven by the controversy surrounding JK Rowling, the author of Harry Potter, and her views on the transgender community. Although discussions had persisted in the months following its release, the search queries spiked significantly during the game’s debut week.
Most Searched Games List in 2023
In the realm of anticipated titles, familiar names like Starfield and Baldur’s Gate 3 are among the list-toppers. Here’s the rundown of the top 10 most searched video games of 2023 according to Google Trends:
- Hogwarts Legacy
- The Last of Us
- Connections
- Battlegrounds Mobile India
- Starfield
- Baldur’s Gate 3
- Suika Game
- Diablo IV
- Atomic Heart
- Sons of the Forest
Similarly, The Last of Us secured the second spot as the most sought-after video game on Google. This surge in searches might be attributed partly to the debut season of the HBO show based on the game, coupled with the release of the remake for PC. Notably, the PC remake encountered a troubled launch, prompting searches from dissatisfied players seeking solutions for the game’s issues.
Surprisingly, despite The Last of Us 2 dominating searches, another highly anticipated PlayStation game, Spider-Man 2, a major release for the PS5 in 2023, doesn’t make an appearance among the top ten searched games on Google.
Meanwhile, Diablo 4, the latest installment in the enduring action RPG series, holds the eighth spot. Despite facing challenges after its launch, the game seems to be gradually stabilizing with consistent updates and fresh content being introduced.
Sons of the Forest, the sequel to Endnight’s 2018 survival horror game, The Forest, claims the last spot on the list. Its release generated considerable buzz among existing fans and newcomers, prompting searches for more details about its gameplay and features.
Interestingly, the inclusion of Suika in the trends list stands out. Suika is a physics-based Tetris-like game that gained traction around October, particularly after popular VTubers from HoloLive and Nijisanji showcased it during their streams, earning it the seventh position on the trends list.
What are your thoughts on this list? Do you agree with the featured games in the 2023 Google Trends? Were there any surprising entries, and do you feel other deserving games should have made it? Share your opinions in the comments below.
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