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Gen Z’s Top 10 Favorite Mobile and Video Games

We asked Gen Z what their favorite mobile and video games are, letting them name any game, and these are the top 10…

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team
KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Gen Z’s favorite games—like Fortnite, Minecraft, and Roblox—let them explore virtual worlds while connecting with other players, a combo they truly love
  • The games that Gen Z females favor prove their love for cozy, puzzle, and role-playing games is still going strong
  • Multiplayer battle arena games are popular with Gen Z males, making Supercell’s Brawl Stars and Clash Royale top favorites for this demo
Gen Z is all about gaming: YPulse data shows 99% of 13-17-year-olds and 97% of 18-24-year-olds play video/ mobile games. Sure, not everyone who picks up a controller calls themselves a gamer, but among Gen Z, the majority do: 71% of 13-17-year-olds and 62% of 18-24-year-olds proudly wear the label. For them, gaming is more than just a pastime—they’re fully invested in the gaming world, from the virtual communities to industry altogether. With thousands of games to choose from, it’s no surprise that Gen Z’s favorites are as diverse as they are.   These gamers are into all different genres whether it’s the freedom of open world and sandbox games or the immersive storytelling of role-playing adventures. Our data shows that teens are especially drawn to open world/ sandbox and shooter games, while young adults are most likely to play shooter or role-playing games. And it’s not just about the genres—they’re playing on every platform out there, only adding to the diversity of titles and genres they can enjoy....

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