The gaming industry is a fickle beast, with trends shifting faster than you can say 'game over.' But here's the fascinating part: every week, we get a snapshot of what's hot and what's not, based on revenue. While we don't have the exact figures, this weekly peek into Steam's top-selling games offers invaluable insights into emerging titles and the ever-evolving preferences of gamers. It's like having a crystal ball into the industry's future—or at least its present. And this is the part most people miss: it's not just about the games themselves, but the stories behind their rise and fall in the charts.
Below, we’ve compiled the top 20 revenue-earning games from the week of November 3rd–9th, 2025. From action-packed shooters to immersive RPGs and even hardware innovations, this list has something for every type of gamer. But here's where it gets controversial: some of these titles are climbing the charts despite mixed reviews, while others are holding strong despite being years old. What does this say about player loyalty versus the allure of new releases?
Top 20 Revenue Earners (November 3rd–9th, 2025)
ARC Raiders
- Developer/Publisher: Embark Studios
- Genre: Action
- Tags: Extraction Shooter, PvP, Third-Person Shooter
- Release Date: October 30, 2025
- Steam Link: ARC Raiders
- Fun Fact: This game has skyrocketed to the top, but is it here to stay, or just a flash in the pan?
Counter-Strike 2
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- Genre: Action, Free To Play
- Tags: FPS, Shooter, Multiplayer
- Release Date: August 21, 2012
- Steam Link: Counter-Strike 2
- Controversial Question: How does a game over a decade old still compete with modern releases?
Battlefield 6
- Developer: Battlefield Studios
- Publisher: Electronic Arts
- Genre: Action
- Tags: FPS, Multiplayer
- Release Date: October 10, 2025
- Steam Link: Battlefield 6
- Debate Starter: Is this franchise still innovating, or resting on its laurels?
PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
- Developer: PUBG Corporation
- Publisher: KRAFTON, Inc.
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Massively Multiplayer
- Tags: Survival, Shooter, Battle Royale
- Release Date: December 21, 2017
- Steam Link: PUBG: BATTLEGROUNDS
- Thought Provoker: Can a game that defined a genre ever truly be dethroned?
Dispatch
- Developer/Publisher: AdHoc Studio
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Casual
- Tags: Choices Matter, Story Rich, Superhero
- Release Date: October 22, 2025
- Steam Link: Dispatch
- Interesting Note: This game’s narrative-driven approach is a breath of fresh air in a sea of shooters.
Steam Deck
- Developer/Publisher: Valve
- Genre: Hardware
- Tags: Portable, Handheld, PC Gaming, Linux-based, Proton
- Release Date: February 25, 2022
- Steam Link: Steam Deck
- Bold Statement: Is this the future of portable gaming, or just a niche product?
Europa Universalis V
- Developer: Paradox Tinto
- Publisher: Paradox Interactive
- Genre: Strategy
- Tags: 4X, Resource Management, Grand Strategy
- Release Date: November 4, 2025
- Steam Link: Europa Universalis V
- Discussion Point: Can complex strategy games thrive in an era of quick, casual gaming?
Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Developer: Warhorse Studios
- Publisher: Deep Silver
- Genre: Action, Adventure, RPG
- Tags: RPG, Medieval, Open World
- Release Date: February 4, 2025
- Steam Link: Kingdom Come: Deliverance II
- Controversial Take: Does historical accuracy enhance or hinder gameplay?
RV There Yet?
- Developer/Publisher: Nuggets Entertainment
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie
- Tags: Multiplayer, Co-op, Physics
- Release Date: October 21, 2025
- Steam Link: RV There Yet?
- Fun Fact: This indie gem is proving that big budgets aren’t everything.
INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road
- Developer/Publisher: LEVEL5 Inc.
- Genre: RPG, Sports
- Tags: Sports, Football (Soccer), RPG
- Release Date: November 13, 2025
- Steam Link: INAZUMA ELEVEN: Victory Road
- Thought Provoker: Can sports games successfully blend with RPG mechanics?
...and the list goes on, with titles like Anno 117: Pax Romana, Apex Legends, and Red Dead Redemption 2 making their mark. Each game on this list tells a story—whether it’s a comeback, a steady climb, or a surprising debut.
But here’s the real question: What does this list say about the gaming community’s priorities? Are we drawn to innovation, nostalgia, or simply the next big thing? Let us know in the comments—we’d love to hear your take on these trends and whether you think they’ll last. After all, in the world of gaming, the only constant is change.
