Millions of people worldwide play games. The gaming industry has seen a recent boom thanks to the growing prevalence of E-sports. According to research by the BBC, the gaming industry is growing rapidly and will reach a valuation of around $437 billion by the year 2027. On this note, we asked many people which might be the best-selling games ever, but no one could get the top 5 correctly, and people were shocked to find the answer. So, are you ready to get shocked? In this blog, we will take a look at the most-selling games ever created and what made them truly special.
Top Selling Games In The World
Before starting the list, it’s worth noting that the games on this list are ranked based on the units sold, which is irrelevant to the time and era. Let’s start the list.
10- The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
Based on the novels by renowned Polish author Andrzej Sapkowski, The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt is the 3rd installment in The Witcher series. The game was released on May 19 2015, and was developed by CD Projekt Red. It’s a third-person RPG game where you play as Geralt Of Rivia, and you are a Witcher. Although the game is a bit slow, it is one of the best-selling games ever, thanks to its robust storyline and top-notch direction.
Units Sold: 50 Million+ Copies
9- Overwatch
Overwatch is an FPS team-based hero shooter multiplayer game developed by Blizzard Studios. It features a variety of ‘heroes’ with different powers, and players must play according to the hero they choose. Overwatch is one of the most prominent games in many Esports tournaments. It also has good game mechanics and graphics, which is one of the major reasons that Overwatch is one of the best-selling games ever.
Units Sold: 50 Million+ Copies
8- Super Mario Bros
Who here isn’t familiar with Mario? He is our favourite plumber who fights crimes and turtles to get to his princess Peach. Released in 1985, Super Mario Bros. became an instant cult classic. It was the successor to the Mario game in 1983 and the first game in the Super Mario Series. It is one of the best-selling games ever, and it has helped put Nintendo on the map.
Units Sold: 58 Million Copies
7- Read Dead Redemption 2
One of the best-selling games ever made, Read Dead Redemption 2 is by far the best game by Rockstar Games. Although it might not be the best-selling Rockstar game ever, it has top-notch gameplay and a second-to-none storyline. The game is set in the late 1800s at the dawn of the 20th century. The game offers you an experience from back in time, and the feeling is truly breathtaking.
Units Sold: 61 Million Copies
6- Mario Kart 8
Mario Kart 8 is another Nintendo game that is among the best-selling games ever. It is the 8th in the Mario Kart series and was launched in 2014. The game was originally made for Wii U but was later released for Nintendo Switch as well. The competitive nature and gameplay of this game are what made it one of the best-selling games ever.
Units Sold: 69.04 Million Copies
5- PUBG: Battlegrounds
PUBG: Battleground has a huge role to play in the current gaming scenario. PUBG was the gateway game for many people. The game also offered a new and fresh gaming mode, Battle Royale. This was one of the most significant reasons why PUBG became a cultural phenomenon and one of the best-selling games ever made. Moreover, it is the only game on the list that can be played on Windows, iOS, Android, XBox and PlayStation. The game is also considered one of the best shooting games ever by players and critics alike.
Units Sold: 75 Million Copies
4- Wii Sports
As the name suggests, Wii Sports is a game in which you can play various sports, including tennis, baseball, bowling, golf, and boxing. The game was released in 2006 and became instantly popular. The graphics were great for the time, and the game mechanics were good. Moreover, it was the first lifelike sports game. Nintendo EAD developed it, later becoming one of the best-selling games ever.
Units Sold: 82.9 Million Copies
3- Tetris
Tetris is among the best-selling, most famous, and recognisable games ever. It was made by EA Mobile and released in 2006. The game was a fan favourite because it gave them a nostalgic feeling, and it is one of the oldest games ever. Moreover, the simple mechanics of the game allowed many players worldwide to enjoy it.
Units Sold: 100 Million Copies
2- Grand Theft Auto V
One of the most famous games ever made, GTA V is an open-world game developed by Rockstar Games and released in 2013. In the game, you play on behalf of 3 characters: Michael, Trever and Franklin. The game takes you on an hours-long journey into the crime underworld of Los Santos. The game is truly special, and you can’t appreciate it until you haven’t played it. It is one of the best-selling video games in the world.
Units Sold: 195 Million Copies
1- Minecraft
Minecraft is a Sandbox Game that Mojhang Studios developed. It instantly became one of the most famous games ever, thanks to all the streamers worldwide who streamed it for countless hours. The game was launched on Windows, MacOS and Linux. This game is a lot different than any other game you’ve ever played. Unlike other games, it doesn’t have a pre-rendered map; you must use the app as you move along the game.
Units Sold: 300 Million Copies
