When discussing the top 10 best-selling video games of all time, we look at games that have achieved remarkable commercial success through a combination of popularity, accessibility, and often cross-platform releases. Here's a list based on the most recent sales data up to early 2025:
Minecraft - With over 238 million copies sold across multiple platforms since its release in 2011, Minecraft is the best-selling game of all time . Its sandbox gameplay allows players to build, explore, and survive in procedurally generated worlds.
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Grand Theft Auto V (GTA 5) - Having sold more than 150 million copies, GTA 5 has been a massive hit due to its open-world design, engaging storylines, and online multiplayer mode .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Tetris (EA version) - This classic puzzle game has seen numerous iterations and ports, with EA's mobile version alone selling an estimated 100 million copies .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Wii Sports - Bundled with the Wii console, this game helped popularize motion controls and sold approximately 82.9 million copies .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds (PUBG) - Known for pioneering the battle royale genre, PUBG has sold over 75 million copies across various platforms .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Red Dead Redemption 2 - This critically acclaimed open-world action-adventure game from Rockstar Games has surpassed 65 million copies sold .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Mario Kart 8 Deluxe - As one of the most successful racing games, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has moved around 62.9 million units since its debut on the Nintendo Switch .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim - With over 60 million copies sold, Skyrim remains a beloved title among RPG enthusiasts for its expansive world and deep lore .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Call of Duty: Modern Warfare - The Call of Duty franchise is known for its consistent high sales, with the latest installment reaching around 30 million copies sold .
+ Comment ( 1 )+ Votes ( 2 )Diablo III / Reaper of Souls - Blizzard's action RPG has also joined the ranks of the best-sellers with about 30 million copies sold .
+ Comment+ Vote ( 1 )These numbers reflect the combined sales from physical retail copies and digital downloads across all platforms where the games were released. It's worth noting that some of these titles, like Tetris, have had their sales figures spread across different versions and publishers, making it difficult to pinpoint exact totals. Additionally, ongoing updates and expansions can further contribute to a game's longevity and continued sales.