The Most Popular Cosplay Characters of 2025

Cosplay, the practice of dressing like a character from a media franchise, is still a huge worldwide pastime, with fans strutting their stuff at conventions and posting images on the internet. And as we head into 2025, some characters stood out in the cosplay community, with trends in anime, video games, and pop culture.

1. Genshin Impact Characters

One of the biggest strengths of Genshin Impact is its large world that allows players to experience a wide variety of aesthetics and characters. Characters like Lumine, Zhongli, and Raiden Shogun have shown big strides in their popularity among cosplayers, and the costumes and accessories that come with them are intricately designed to provide an excellent challenge and showcase to craftmanship.

2. Chainsaw Man – Denji

Chainsaw Man has garnered fans with its dark story and interesting cast of characters. Chainsaw Man: Denji, the main character known for his chainsaw characteristics and tough look, has become a popular choice which gives cosplayers the opportunity to experiment with hardcore and dark designs.

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3. Spy x Family – Yor Forger

However, the popularity of the anime, such as Spy x Family, has drawn attention towards characters like Yor Forger. Her duality as a master assassin and a nurturing mother gives cosplayers both grace and aggressiveness and makes her an excellent 2025 choice.

4. Final Fantasy VII – Cloud Strife

Final Fantasy VII has aged in the best way possible, which has kept Cloud Strife a staple of the cosplay scene. His iconic Buster Sword and unique garb remain a popular choice for rookie and veteran cosplayers alike.

5. League of Legends Champions

League of Legends has a huge roster and loads of different characters to cosplay as. Popular champions include Ahri, Jinx, and Yasuo, offering a range of mystique, rebellion, and everything in between.

6. Cyberpunk 2077 – V

Cyberpunk 2077 has a great futuristic setting that makes V a very interesting character for cosplaying. V is highly customizable, allowing cosplayers to add their own flair while maintaining the cyberpunk vibe.

7. Demon Slayer – Tanjiro Kamado

Several different characters come from Demon Slayer and have captivated fans results in them pulling focus from others at the same time as being adored — Tanjiro Kamado’s signature haori and swordsmanship lead him to be an obvious favorite. His character represents resilience and compassion, something a lot of fans relate to.

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8. My Hero Academia – Deku (Izuku Midoriya)

Deku’s inspiring journey in My Hero Academia has earned him a solid place in cosplay. His changing hero costume and highly relatable personality are an enduring combination.

9. One Piece – Monkey D. Luffy

In the midst of One Piece’s great story, cosplayers from around the world are inspired by Monkey D. Luffy‘s audacious spirit and distint strawhat.

10. Harley Quinn

Harley Quinn always has a demand due to her bright and chaotic character in the comics. Her versatile costumes, from traditional jester wear to contemporary glam, give cosplayers artistic license.

Conclusion

Here we have the state of cosplay as of 2025, a multifaceted experience where so many characters roam in the vast landscape of genres. From the detailed designs of characters in Genshin Impact to the evergreen popularity of characters like Harley Quinn, cosplayers have a wealth of source material to be inspired by. In addition to individual creativity, this diversity also reinforces the global community of fans who celebrate their favorite universes.

FAQs

Q1: Why are some cosplay characters so much more popular than others?

A1: There is a general trend that new releases, popular series, and characters that are visually complex or originated from influential media tend to become more well-known.

Q2: Can you tell us about trends with cosplay that differ from year to year?

A2: Yes, new anime seasons, game releases, movie premieres, etc. can affect trends and push their popularity higher or lower.

Q3: What influences cosplayers’ choice of character to recreate?

A3: Those choices are usually made based on the love for the character, the difficulty of the costume and/or wanting to be part of certain fandoms.

Q4: Should each cosplay costume be homemade?

A4: Not necessarily. Some cosplayers buy costumes or hire artists; others find satisfaction in making their own costumes.

Q5: What advice would you give someone just starting out in cosplay?

A5: Start simple, pick a design that you feel comfortable with, then look online for tutorials to help you along the way! Also join feed back cosplay groups online or local to you to help gain insight and support.