{"id":9697,"date":"2026-01-09T07:29:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-09T07:29:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/?p=9697"},"modified":"2026-01-09T07:32:21","modified_gmt":"2026-01-09T07:32:21","slug":"top-gaming-hashtags-on-tiktok-in-the-usa-january-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/top-gaming-hashtags-on-tiktok-in-the-usa-january-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Gaming Hashtags on TikTok in the USA: January 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As 2026 began, TikTok\u2019s gaming ecosystem remained highly active, with creators showcasing gameplay, tutorials, highlights, and fan content. Fortnite, GTA, and popular anime-based games dominated trends, while nostalgic and casual gaming content engaged a broad audience. TikTok Shop collaborations and in-game cosmetic highlights also fueled content creation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s a look at the <\/span><b><a href=\"https:\/\/theshortmedia.com\/top-gaming-hashtags-on-tiktok-in-the-usa-december-2025\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">top 20 Gaming hashtags trending on TikTok<\/a> in January 2026<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, showing how gameplay, community engagement, and influencer content shaped the month:<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/fortnite\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#fortnite<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 152K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 813M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Fortnite content remained a staple with highlights, dance emotes, gameplay tips, and <a href=\"https:\/\/theshortmedia.com\/tiktok-shop-agency\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">TikTok Shop<\/a> cosmetic collaborations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/adoptme\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#adoptme<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 62K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 167M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Roblox \u201cAdopt Me\u201d content engaged users with gameplay walkthroughs, pet collection showcases, and fun roleplay clips.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/spongebob\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#spongebob<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 39K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 331M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Nostalgic gaming and meme-based content tied to SpongeBob games and fan adaptations saw strong engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/arcraiders\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#arcraiders<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 55K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 190M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Gameplay videos and tips from the \u201cArc Raiders\u201d community drove content visibility with mission highlights and strategy tips.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/fortniteclips\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#fortniteclips<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 43K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 171M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Short, viral Fortnite highlights, trick shots, and streamer gameplay clips fueled engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/mha\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#mha<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 34K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 203M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u201cMy Hero Academia\u201d-inspired gaming content, mods, and fan-based gameplay content gained traction.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/lego\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#lego<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 34K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 326M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> LEGO games and creative builds, both official and fan-made, kept audiences engaged with nostalgia and creativity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/gta5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#gta5<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 28K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 332M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> GTA V content remained strong with roleplay servers, funny clips, and modded gameplay videos.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/dandysworld\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#dandysworld<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 32K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 155M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Indie and niche game content, including walkthroughs and challenges, drove community engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/gta\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#gta<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 25K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 281M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> GTA-related content included gameplay montages, heists, and TikTok meme adaptations of popular missions.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#games<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 37K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 213M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Broad gaming content encompassing trending games, viral clips, and gameplay commentary performed well.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/freefire\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#freefire<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 32K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 144M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Garena Free Fire highlights, tips, and competitive gameplay content kept creators engaged with the battle royale community.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/hazbinhotel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#hazbinhotel<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 27K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 156M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Game mods, fan art, and creative content tied to the Hazbin Hotel universe attracted crossover anime-gaming audiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/ps5\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#ps5<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 26K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 131M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> PlayStation 5 content including new releases, gameplay walkthroughs, and unboxings of the console continued to trend.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/myheroacademia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#myheroacademia<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 19K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 134M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Anime-inspired game clips, strategies, and character showcases drove engagement among younger audiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/fivenightsatfreddys\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#fivenightsatfreddys<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 18K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 181M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Horror gaming content featuring Five Nights at Freddy\u2019s jump scares and lore-driven gameplay remained popular.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/faze\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#faze<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 18K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 285M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Content related to FaZe Clan, esports highlights, and competitive gaming strategies drew strong views.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/vtuber\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#vtuber<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 22K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 78M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> VTuber gaming streams, anime-style avatars, and interactive gameplay clips engaged niche communities.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/geometrydash\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#geometrydash<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 15K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 151M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Geometry Dash levels, speedruns, and challenge content kept classic indie game fans engaged.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/tiktok.com\/tag\/chainsawman\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b>#chainsawman<\/b><\/a><\/h2>\n<p><b>Posts:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 13K | <\/span><b>Views:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 116M<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span> <b>Trend:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Anime-game crossovers and Chainsaw Man-inspired mods or fan content attracted both anime and gaming enthusiasts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>FAQs<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><b>Q1: Why do Fortnite and GTA hashtags dominate TikTok gaming in January 2026?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Ongoing updates, cosmetic drops, and community-driven gameplay content keep Fortnite and GTA consistently viral.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q2: Which gaming themes were most popular this month?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Battle royale, sandbox, indie games, anime crossovers, and nostalgic titles dominated content creation.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q3: Why are niche game hashtags like #dandysworld or #hazbinhotel trending?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Dedicated fan communities and creative content, including mods and roleplay, drove engagement for niche titles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q4: How do VTuber and anime-inspired game hashtags perform?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> They attract crossover audiences from anime and gaming communities, combining interactive streams with cosplay or character content.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Q5: What does January\u2019s hashtag activity reveal about TikTok gaming behavior?<\/b><b><br \/>\n<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Users engage with both mainstream and niche games, valuing tutorials, highlights, and community-driven trends for discovery and entertainment.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As 2026 began, TikTok\u2019s gaming ecosystem remained highly active, with creators showcasing gameplay, tutorials, highlights, and fan content. Fortnite, GTA, and popular anime-based games dominated trends, while nostalgic and casual gaming content engaged a broad audience. TikTok Shop collaborations and in-game cosmetic highlights also fueled content creation. Here\u2019s a look at the top 20 Gaming hashtags trending on TikTok in January 2026, showing how gameplay, community engagement, and influencer content shaped the month: #fortnite Posts: 152K | Views: 813M Trend: Fortnite content remained a staple with highlights, dance emotes, gameplay tips, and TikTok Shop cosmetic collaborations. #adoptme Posts: 62K | Views: 167M Trend: Roblox \u201cAdopt Me\u201d content engaged users with gameplay walkthroughs, pet collection showcases, and fun roleplay clips. #spongebob Posts: 39K | Views: 331M Trend: Nostalgic gaming and meme-based content tied to SpongeBob games and fan adaptations saw strong engagement. #arcraiders Posts: 55K | Views: 190M Trend: Gameplay videos and tips from the \u201cArc Raiders\u201d community drove content visibility with mission highlights and strategy tips. #fortniteclips Posts: 43K | Views: 171M Trend: Short, viral Fortnite highlights, trick shots, and streamer gameplay clips fueled engagement. #mha Posts: 34K | Views: 203M Trend: \u201cMy Hero Academia\u201d-inspired gaming content, mods, and fan-based gameplay content gained traction. #lego Posts: 34K | Views: 326M Trend: LEGO games and creative builds, both official and fan-made, kept audiences engaged with nostalgia and creativity. #gta5 Posts: 28K | Views: 332M Trend: GTA V content remained strong with roleplay servers, funny clips, and modded gameplay videos. #dandysworld Posts: 32K | Views: 155M Trend: Indie and niche game content, including walkthroughs and challenges, drove community engagement. #gta Posts: 25K | Views: 281M Trend: GTA-related content included gameplay montages, heists, and TikTok meme adaptations of popular missions. #games Posts: 37K | Views: 213M Trend: Broad gaming content encompassing trending games, viral clips, and gameplay commentary performed well. #freefire Posts: 32K | Views: 144M Trend: Garena Free Fire highlights, tips, and competitive gameplay content kept creators engaged with the battle royale community. #hazbinhotel Posts: 27K | Views: 156M Trend: Game mods, fan art, and creative content tied to the Hazbin Hotel universe attracted crossover anime-gaming audiences. #ps5 Posts: 26K | Views: 131M Trend: PlayStation 5 content including new releases, gameplay walkthroughs, and unboxings of the console continued to trend. #myheroacademia Posts: 19K | Views: 134M Trend: Anime-inspired game clips, strategies, and character showcases drove engagement among younger audiences. #fivenightsatfreddys Posts: 18K | Views: 181M Trend: Horror gaming content featuring Five Nights at Freddy\u2019s jump scares and lore-driven gameplay remained popular. #faze Posts: 18K | Views: 285M Trend: Content related to FaZe Clan, esports highlights, and competitive gaming strategies drew strong views. #vtuber Posts: 22K | Views: 78M Trend: VTuber gaming streams, anime-style avatars, and interactive gameplay clips engaged niche communities. #geometrydash Posts: 15K | Views: 151M Trend: Geometry Dash levels, speedruns, and challenge content kept classic indie game fans engaged. #chainsawman Posts: 13K | Views: 116M Trend: Anime-game crossovers and Chainsaw Man-inspired mods or fan content attracted both anime and gaming enthusiasts. &nbsp; FAQs Q1: Why do Fortnite and GTA hashtags dominate TikTok gaming in January 2026? Ongoing updates, cosmetic drops, and community-driven gameplay content keep Fortnite and GTA consistently viral. Q2: Which gaming themes were most popular this month? Battle royale, sandbox, indie games, anime crossovers, and nostalgic titles dominated content creation. Q3: Why are niche game hashtags like #dandysworld or #hazbinhotel trending? Dedicated fan communities and creative content, including mods and roleplay, drove engagement for niche titles. Q4: How do VTuber and anime-inspired game hashtags perform? They attract crossover audiences from anime and gaming communities, combining interactive streams with cosplay or character content. Q5: What does January\u2019s hashtag activity reveal about TikTok gaming behavior? Users engage with both mainstream and niche games, valuing tutorials, highlights, and community-driven trends for discovery and entertainment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9707,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-9697","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-hot-tiktok-trends"],"rttpg_featured_image_url":{"full":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false],"landscape":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false],"portraits":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false],"thumbnail":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026-150x150.jpg",150,150,true],"medium":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026-300x186.jpg",300,186,true],"large":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false],"1536x1536":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false],"2048x2048":["https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Top-Gaming-Hashtags-on-TikTok-in-the-USA-January-2026.jpg",914,566,false]},"rttpg_author":{"display_name":"admin","author_link":"https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/author\/admin\/"},"rttpg_comment":0,"rttpg_category":"<a href=\"https:\/\/localseodevelopers.com\/shortmedia\/category\/hot-tiktok-trends\/\" rel=\"category tag\">Hot TikTok Trends<\/a>","rttpg_excerpt":"As 2026 began, TikTok\u2019s gaming ecosystem remained highly active, with creators showcasing gameplay, tutorials, highlights, and fan content. 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