Over the past few decades, video games have become an integral part of the entertainment industry. There are more gaming platforms now than ever before, so it is only natural that video game sales and the number of players are also at an all-time high.

If you are looking for guaranteed great games to play that have made an impact on gaming culture, we have compiled the 12 best-selling video games of all time for you to dive into. Take note that this list includes all consoles and devices, and is based on total copies sold across all platforms.

From action-adventure to sandbox and even arcade-style games, there is something for everyone. Check out our list down below.

12. Red Dead Redemption 2 (2018) – 38 Million Copies

Rockstar Games

Red Dead Redemption 2 is the most recent game on our list. Developed and published by Rockstar Games in 2018, this is the prequel to the popular game, Red Dead Redemption. It is set in a fictional version of the United States in 1899, where gangs and the government are in a constant fight for power and money.

You play Arthur Morgan who is part of the Van der Linde gang. Morgan is trying to help his gang avoid detection from government agents while also doing his best to escape his life of crime.

Red Dead Redemption 2 can be played from a first or third-person perspective in a beautiful open-world environment. There are dozens of side quests that you can do without having to follow the main storyline. RDR2 is famous for its world-building, musical score, and immersive storyline.

The game has sold more than 38 million copies in just three years, making it one of the most successful games of the 21st century. 

11. Pac-Man (1980) – 40.9 Million Copies

Nintendo

It is almost a surprise that this title is only at number 11 on our list. Pac-Man is easily one of the most popular games of all time. Generations of gamers have experienced at least one version of this game on some form of platform over their life.