5 Best Selling Games That Could Make This Christmas Better Than Any Before

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(Newswire.net — December 15, 2020) — As we all know, Christmas time is most often reserved for buying presents for our loved ones and planning everything for a perfect social gathering. Nevertheless, not everyone finds Christmas dinner such a pleasant experience, as it is almost the same every year.

That’s why some people prefer to dive into the virtual world and spend the Christmas holidays playing their favorite games. Yet, assuming that you have already found all the ins and outs of the games you currently own, Christmas might be the perfect excuse to get yourself some new titles.

However, this is often easier said than done, as nowadays, there are so many games available that you don’t know where to start. Luckily, you’ve landed on this page with a perfect guide to five best selling games that could make this Christmas better than any before.

All the games mentioned in this text have been highly praised by thousands of players across the globe and represent your safe bet when it comes to video gaming. Therefore, check out these five games and take your pick before you go shopping.

  1. Minecraft

If you’re looking for a game that will relieve the stress but at the same time provide lots of fun, Minecraft is a title to consider. The game represents a perfect blend of exciting modern gameplay and vintage design, which makes it suitable for players of all kinds.

Minecraft is a virtual multiverse of infinite building possibilities.The gameplay offers multiple approaches and provides a variety of options for players who don’t have any other plans this Christmas. You can be in survival mode and fight with spiders, or try to build a casino — it’s totally up to you.


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Now, why are players going to buy this game for Christmas? Well, it’s safe to say that Minecraft is a legendary title that’s been largely sold worldwide so far. Even though its pixels might trick you and let you think Minecraft is a game reserved strictly for children, once you try it out, there’s no going back.

Sales: 200,000,000

Available for: PC, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, Wii 

  1. Grand Theft Auto 5

Have you ever done something that’s considered inappropriate or even illegal? If not, maybe you can get the feel of it by playing Grand Theft Auto 5. The game includes rides in stolen Ferraris, visits to a strip club, and a plethora of things you’ll probably never do in real life.

Get a feeling of breaking the rules and let yourself unwind from socially acceptable behavior knowing you won’ face any consequences for it. After all, if you’ve played any previous versions of GTA, then you’ll be amazed by the graphics and possibilities of its fifth brainchild.

Ultimately, the game comes equipped with an online feature that will make the whole experience even more interesting, so don’t forget to check that out as well.

Sales: 135,000,000

Available for: PC, Xbox Series, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5

  1. Red Dead Redemption 2

This Christmas, you should definitely put your trust in Rockstar Games — if Grand Theft Auto 5 isn’t really your cup of tea, try giving a chance to Red Dead Redemption 2

This is a combination of modern and western that follows a character called Arthur Morgan, as well as John Marston, who have both gone through some heavy stuff in the past. Therefore, if westerns are your point of interest, you will most definitely love Red Dead Redemption 2.

In case you don’t think this game is worth your time and money, perhaps you need to be reminded that this title won a multitude of rewards in 2018. Apart from that, the Online World of Red Dead provides a plethora of extra elements to the basic version of the game, so you might want to check that out as well.

After all, Christmas is always the perfect time to reflect and think about our actions in the past while making new decisions and plans that should make us better in the upcoming year. Arthur Morgan’s story might serve as an excellent motivation for it.

Sales: 34,000,000

Available for: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 

  1. Call Of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019)

Call of Duty is a game that needs no introduction as it’s highly unlikely you still haven’t heard of it. Fantastic gameplay and extreme popularity have placed it on our list of top five games to be sold for Christmas for a reason, and if you haven’t played it so far, it’s high time that you try it out.

You can let yourself loose and run around shooting the country invaders, but remember to give your best at all times as you’ll be evaluated after each level. Focus is also very important in this game, as your goal is to avoid killing civilians as much as possible.

At first, you might feel that the game is too demanding, but the only thing it requires is time and devotion, which is a perfect reason to start playing it during Christmas time.

Sales: 30,000,000

Available for: PC, Xbox One, PlayStation 4

  1. The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim

The games portraying the modern way of life are those you can easily relate to, which makes them attractive in the first place. However, if you have a desire to play a game that takes a bit more imagination, you should go back to Medieval times and fight a dragon that’s about to destroy the world as you know it.

Although the game looks a bit dark with its dungeons and caves, it will definitely become more fun once you start preparing for conquering the mighty dragon. And if this brief description doesn’t seem interesting enough to even try it out, let us remind you that this is the fifth version of The Elder Scrolls, which speaks volumes about its popularity.

Sales: 30,000,000

Available for: PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One