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June 7, 2026

Minecraft is Officially the Best-Selling Video Game of All-Time

The video game industry surpasses both Hollywood and the music sector combined in terms of success. Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time, with 350 million copies sold. Its closest competitor, Grand Theft Auto V, has sold 225 million copies, while Wii Sports has sold nearly 83 million copies. The significant sales figures highlight the evolution of gaming from a niche pastime to a dominant form of entertainment.

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July 6, 2024

‘Couldn’t see the mainstream appeal’: How the world’s best-selling video game defied expectations

Jens Bergensten joined Mojang as a back-end developer when Minecraft started gaining traction with 700,000 copies sold. Despite initial plans to move on to other projects, he took charge of Minecraft's design and development as it continued to grow exponentially.

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July 4, 2024

Minecraft has a plan for revenue beyond gaming industry – Times of India

- Revenue from consumer products like Minecraft clothing and claw machine toys has doubled in the past two years, showcasing the growing reach of the franchise. - Mojang is using artificial intelligence (AI) to help keep the game safe and appropriate for all ages.

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Minecraft is Officially the Best-Selling Video Game of All-Time

‘Couldn’t see the mainstream appeal’: How the world’s best-selling video game defied expectations

Minecraft has a plan for revenue beyond gaming industry – Times of India