Best Selling Video Games
Rylan Goldy - October 15, 2025
Rylan Goldy - October 15, 2025
1
Tetris
~520 million
Includes multiple versions: the original, mobile (especially EA’s), Game Boy, and more. It's the most ported game in history.
2
Minecraft
~300 million
Continues to sell steadily across all platforms. Massive community, educational use, and infinite replayability help keep it popular.
3
Grand Theft Auto V
~220 million
Still earns millions yearly thanks to GTA Online. Sold across 3 console generations (PS3/PS4/PS5).
4
Wii Sports
~82.9 million
Was bundled with the Nintendo Wii in many regions, boosting its sales. A key driver of Wii’s early success.
5
PUBG: Battleground
~75 million
One of the pioneers of the battle royale genre. Though overshadowed by Fortnite in pop culture, it sold heavily on PC and consoles.
6
Mario Kart 8 / Deluxe
~70–77 million
Top-selling Switch game. Combines sales from Wii U and the definitive Switch Deluxe version.
7
Red Dead Redemption 2
~67–77 million
Rockstar’s critically acclaimed western epic. Noted for storytelling, realism, and open-world design.
8
The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim
~60 million
Legendary for being re-released on nearly every platform (even Amazon Alexa!). Immense modding community.
9
The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt
~50–60 million
CD Projekt Red’s RPG masterpiece, boosted further by Netflix adaptation and next-gen updates
10
Overwatch
~50 million
Blizzard's hit hero shooter. Initial sales were strong; the franchise continued with Overwatch 2, though reception was mixed.