Elden Ring: Nightreign Leads Again as Canada’s Gaming Charts for June 2025
From brutal fantasy to sci-fi deliveries and racing dominance, June 2025 proves Canadian gamers aren’t afraid to mix things up.
According to the latest data from the Entertainment Software Association of Canada (ESAC), Elden Ring: Nightreign has once again claimed the throne as Canada’s best-selling game for June 2025 — marking its second consecutive month at #1.
But the latest top 10 isn’t just about dark fantasy and boss battles. It also features blockbuster exclusives, beloved Japanese RPGs, live-service legends, and a rising Canadian-made sports sim that just won’t quit. Most importantly, it reflects the growing appetite of Canadian gamers for genre diversity — with at least five distinct genres represented in the top half alone.
⚠️ Note: As with previous ESAC charts, digital sales are not included in these rankings. This especially impacts Nintendo titles like Mario Kart World, whose full digital performance remains uncounted.
Canada’s Top 10 Best-Selling Physical Video Games – June 2025
- Elden Ring: Nightreign (FromSoftware / Bandai Namco)
- Stellar Blade (Shift Up / PlayStation Studios)
- Forza Horizon 5 (Playground Games / Xbox Game Studios)
- Death Stranding 2: On the Beach (Kojima Productions / PlayStation)
- Mario Kart World (Nintendo)
- Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 (Treyarch, Raven, Beenox / Activision)
- F1 25 (Codemasters / EA Sports)
- Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma (Marvelous Inc.)
- Split Fiction (Hazelight Studios / EA Originals)
- EA Sports FC 25 (EA Vancouver)
Back-to-Back Wins — Elden Ring: Nightreign Holds the Crown
Elden Ring: Nightreign is having a moment in Canada. After debuting at #1 in May, the massive expansion from FromSoftware continues to dominate June, likely propelled by:
- Word of mouth from veteran fans and streamers.
- Collector’s edition purchases and double-dippers.
- And the expansion’s seamless integration with the base game — encouraging new players to finally jump into Elden Ring for the first time.
FromSoftware has managed to create a live-service moment without being a live-service game, keeping players engaged in one of the most brutally satisfying RPGs ever made.
Stellar Blade Rises — A PS5 Hit with Staying Power
After a quiet few months, Stellar Blade surges to #2 in June — a surprising jump considering it debuted back in April.
This action-heavy spectacle from Korean studio Shift Up continues to gain traction thanks to:
- Ongoing content updates and new costumes.
- Positive buzz around its NieR-style storytelling and stylish combat.
- Strong support from the PlayStation fanbase in Canada.
Its high placement proves that stylish, single-player action games can still thrive in a multiplayer-dominated market — especially when paired with strong art direction and performance optimization.
Forza Horizon 5 Refuses to Slow Down
Still holding strong at #3, Forza Horizon 5 continues its unprecedented multi-year run on Canadian charts. Live content drops, seasonal challenges, and continued Xbox ecosystem integration have kept the title evergreen.
Is this the most consistently charting racing game in Canadian history? It’s certainly starting to look that way.
Kojima Returns — Death Stranding 2: On the Beach Walks In at #4
Making a big splash in June is Death Stranding 2: On the Beach, the sequel to Kojima’s divisive but iconic walking-sim-with-a-shotgun.
Its arrival in #4 spot reflects:
- Strong loyalty to Hideo Kojima’s brand.
- Curiosity over how this sequel expands on its post-apocalyptic courier simulation.
- A significant amount of cinematic polish and narrative ambition that few games dare to match.
Kojima’s titles often have long tails, so expect Death Stranding 2 to remain a fixture in upcoming months.
Mario Kart World Still Speeds Ahead (Physically)
At #5, Mario Kart World continues to be one of the Switch 2’s most successful launch titles, despite digital sales being excluded from the ESAC rankings.
Given the strength of its online community, live circuits, and seasonal updates, it’s not hard to imagine it placing even higher if full sales data were included.
Call of Duty Still Fires — Black Ops 6 at #6
Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 has cooled slightly, but still lands comfortably at #6 — supported by its summer multiplayer updates and Zombies mode tuning. With the World Series of Warzone Canada Qualifiers running during June, local engagement likely got a boost too.
EA Sports F1 25 Zooms In at #7
New to June’s chart is EA Sports F1 25, developed in part by Codemasters and supported by EA Canada.
As Formula 1 continues its meteoric rise in North America, the game’s revamped handling, My Team mode, and eSports integration has carved out a niche with racing fans across Canada.
Rune Factory Returns — Guardians of Azuma Debuts at #8
The latest entry in Marvelous’s Rune Factory series quietly lands at #8, bringing farming sim + fantasy action RPG to Switch and PlayStation players.
Its charming aesthetic, light romance options, and seasonal storytelling continue to appeal to cozy gamers and JRPG fans alike.
Split Fiction Still Hanging On
Holding strong in its fourth month, Split Fiction places at #9 — a testament to Hazelight’s reputation for co-op innovation and EA Originals' backing.
The game’s bold narrative structure, combined with its genre-shifting gameplay, has made it a word-of-mouth indie darling.
EA Sports FC 25 Slides Into #10
Closing out the top 10, EA Sports FC 25 remains a Canadian favourite even deep into its lifecycle. With Canada’s national team competing at major tournaments, local fans continue to stay connected through virtual pitch battles.