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Gen Z’s Top 10 Favorite Video and Mobile Games in 2026

YPulse asked Gen Z to name their favorite mobile and video games, and their answers reveal a blend of familiar faves and years-old classics

Written and Edited by the YPulse Editorial Team
KEY TAKEAWAYS
  • Fortnite, Roblox, and Call of duty continue to top Gen Z’s favorite games
  • New names are on Gen Z’s list this year include Mario and Subway Surfers, while Candy Crush is climbing the ranks
  • Gen Z’s favorites are also split along gender lines, with Gen Z females favoring The Sims and Gen Z males naming Clash of Clans
Gen Z’s gaming tastes aren’t one-size-fits-all. Some gravitate toward sprawling open-world and sandbox games, while others are drawn to immersive role-play games known for their deep storytelling and emotional investment. And they’re playing on every platform from consoles to their mobile devices, only adding to the diversity of titles and genres they can enjoy. Gaming spaces also double (and triple) as hangout spots, creative outlets, and social networks all at once, which means the games Gen Z plays most are often the ones that best fit how they connect, express themselves, and unwind. But with so many genres, devices, and...

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