Gaming is an industry that is loved by everyone, be it kids, young or old. Many make money playing professionally, while others do it just for fun or to pass the time. Whether it’s mobile or desktop, we’ve all played some video games. Who doesn’t love a good video game? I know, I know. But do we know what the top five video games in the world are?
Suffice it to say, there are definitely some unexpected items on the list, but age and release date play a big role in their sales and popularity, so keep that in mind! Let’s take a look at the five most popular video games in the world today.
1. Minecraft: Minecraft #1 with 176 million copies sold worldwide! The game was released in 2011 and used basic elements to create anything the player wants. The game has won many awards and received critical acclaim.
2. Tetris: This simple yet addictive video game has sold more than 170 million copies since its release in 1984, ranking second. In the 100th issue of Electronic Gaming Monthly, Tetris was named “The Greatest Game of All Time.”
3. Grand Theft Auto V: Third on our list of the top five video games is the record-breaking Grand Theft Auto V. The game is best described as an action-adventure video game. GTA V is by far the fastest-selling entertainment product in history.
4. Wii Sports: Released as number four in 2006, Wii Sports was included on the console as a “package game.” It is the first game to feature on a Nintendo system since 1995’s Mario Tennis for Virtual Boys. The game has won numerous awards since its release in 2006, and by the end of 2017 had sold 82 million copies.
5. PUBG: PUBG is a great example of video game success, with more than 50 million copies sold worldwide, ranking fifth. It’s a Clash Royale-style game, which means multiple players are dumped on an island and hunt for weapons to kill each other. PUBG received positive reviews upon launch and was nominated for several industry awards.
