The best-selling video games in history

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A few years ago the success of a video game depended on the console it accompanied, but today, taking into account the multiplatform and the possibility of making the leap to mobile phones, the video game industry has nothing to do with what which was before. And this has also transformed the number of sales, since millions of units are sold in a matter of a very short time. But which games are the best-selling games in history?

Tetris

Surprisingly, the iconic puzzle game that caused a worldwide sensation has managed to reinvent itself, to such an extent that it has once again managed to achieve first place as the best-selling game in the world. The blame lies with EA, which with the launch of a mobile version managed to sneak into the pockets of millions of players around the world, so that later it was PlayStudios who brought a new version with a battle royale mode to iOS and Android.

In total, more than 520 million copies sold according to The Tetris Company itself, making it the best-selling game in history.

Minecraft

When Microsoft bought Minecraft for $2.500 billion, it knew exactly what it was doing. The explanation is in the more than 300 million copies sales of the game, making it the second best-selling game in history. With its unmistakable aesthetic of pixelated blocks, the game has created a gigantic universe that extends far beyond the video game itself.

GTA V

It was obvious that the most successful and transcendental game of recent years appeared in the highest positions on this list. And, after 11 years in stores, it continues to accumulate sales thanks to its online multiplayer mode and its incredible list of additional content that continues to expand the game modes every month. With GTA VI already on the horizon, it is possible that 200 million copies sold be the roof of this adventure.

Wii Sports

This is one of the examples where the sold console brings success to the game. And Nintendo Wii would not be the same without Wii Sports and vice versa. Almost 83 million copies Sold all over the world, they allowed the public to experience a new way of playing that was very fun and even allowed them to play sports. Pure history of video games.

PUBG

An online phenomenon that introduced the term battle royale that we know very well today and that managed to accumulate a total of 75 million copies sold despite the many bugs that the early version accumulated. The game ended up moving to the Free to Play format, and continues to accumulate downloads in the mobile version.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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Mario Kart 8 arrived on Wii U with unstoppable success, and extended its power of fun with an improved version for Switch that went by the name of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Both versions have added a total of 69 million copies sold. That's a lot of races along Senda Arcoiris.

Red Dead Redemption 2

It is clear that at Rockstar they know how to make video games, and for example another game that makes it onto the list. And Red Dead Redemption 2 already has more than 61 million copies sold, being the second most successful Rockstar game to date. The Wild West and a fascinating story have fallen in love with millions of players around the world. And how not to do it.

The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim

The Elder Scrolls Skyrim

Bethesda achieved with Skyrim what they had been pursuing for many years: giving life to the perfect game in which within a magical world you could be whoever you wanted. Dragons, swords and a lot of conversation managed to sell more than 60 million copies in 12 years since its launch, a time that has not prevented the community from continuing to play and recreate new adventures.

The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt

The Witcher

With the development of The Witcher 4 confirmed and Cyberpunk 2077 already more relaxed, CD Project Red's great RPG continues to be The Witcher 3, which managed to add a total of 50 million copies sold all over the world. The Witcher saga has a large legion of followers (with a total of 75 million copies), so The Witcher 4 could be another big hit.

Overwatch

Another of Blizzard's great successes with 50 million copies sold Worldwide. A competitive multiplayer that introduced new concepts and ended up making a name for itself among esports professionals. Its second installment was converted to free to play mode, so the record stayed there forever.


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