Late 2018: Minecraft Becomes Second Best-Selling Game of All Time
Nobody could have predicted this one. The most recent Minecraft sales number is an astronomical 154 million. That puts it right below Tetris on the all-time best sellers list.
It’s hard to put your finger on one reason why Minecraft became a mega-hit. It’s just the perfect combination of endless creativity and a welcoming community.
It’s easy to see how someone could put in thousands of hours into the game whether they’re building, modding, or just messing around with friends. What also has helped it continue to sell through the years is the fact that it’s so kid-friendly while being surprisingly inexpensive.
There’s no telling if Minecraft will someday pass Tetris, but 10 years later it’s still on a great path. Even if Minecraft never reaches number one, this title has solidified its spot as one of the most important video games of all time.
Source for dates: Minecraft Gamepedia
