The article discusses the top ten best-selling video games of all time, emphasizing that this ranking does not include free-to-play titles like Fortnite or CS: GO. It details the importance of considering pack-in sales, as exemplified by Wii Sports and original Super Mario Bros., which included bundled sales information. Noteworthy entries in the list include Super Mario Bros. and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt, with an observation that sales figures will evolve, particularly as titles like GTA 5 continue to sell. The article aims to provide insights into the enduring appeal and commercial success of traditional paid games.
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With the rise in free-to-play games like Fortnite and CS: GO, paid games are still recognized by their sales numbers, highlighting the best-selling games of all time.
The list of best-selling games excludes free-to-play titles and includes pack-in sales for hardware bundles, such as with Wii Sports and Super Mario Bros.
Super Mario Bros. remains beloved, selling 50 million copies and helping propel the Mario franchise, with its latest installment set to release in October 2023.
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