Here we look at the 10 fastest-selling games in the world for PC, Xbox One, and PS4 that you have to pay for. Unlike Free-2-Play titles, these games are Buy-2-Play.
What kind of games are these? This Top 10 lists the ten games that generated the most revenue in 2019. This includes the purchase price and also purchases of digital content in stores like in-game currency.
Where do the data come from? The American market research company SuperData obtains this data from “all possible sources.” However, these are protected. On their website, they state that through protected data partnerships, they receive information from publishers, developers, and payment service providers.
The figures from SuperData are used worldwide by gaming magazines and are considered a reliable measure of the success of games alongside other market research figures.
10. The Sims 4
Publisher: Electronic Arts, Inc. | Genre: Simulation | Revenue: 311 million dollars
Create a Sim, choose a neighborhood, spend hours building a house, and then finally live with that Sim. The basic principle of the life simulation “The Sims” is clear to everyone. This game mainly attracts creative players who give their Sims extraordinary personalities. Some recreate their personal heroes, while others create their own digital selves.
The personal house can always be expanded with a variety of furniture like sofas, tables, carpets, wallpaper, appliances, or even pools. Around you, there are interesting places in the vibrant worlds where you meet other Sims.
How does the title generate revenue? Besides the purchase price for The Sims 4 and the prices for add-ons, you also pay for digital content:
- Packs
- Bundle Packs
- Expansion Packs
- Gameplay Packs
- Accessory Packs
9. Borderlands 3
Publisher: Take Two Interactive Software, Inc. | Genre: Shooter | Revenue: 329 million dollars
The co-op shooter Borderlands 3 is the long-awaited sequel to Borderlands 2 that fans have been waiting for. With the release, Gearbox finally offers players a new world filled with their trademark dark humor. In a sci-fi world, you play on the planet Pandora. One of the major goals in Borderlands 3 is to continually find better weapons with outrageous effects. Some of them even insult you.
How does the title generate revenue? A large part of the revenue for Borderlands 3 is likely from the sale of the game itself. Additionally, players have the option to purchase a Season Pass. This includes four DLCs with new stories, missions, and challenges. In the future, Borderlands 3 can generate revenue through the sale of further DLCs. These can also be purchased individually without a Season Pass.
8. Rainbow Six: Siege
Publisher: Ubisoft | Genre: Shooter | Revenue: 358 million dollars
The team shooter Rainbow Six: Siege was released back in 2015, but still generated high revenue in 2019. Players are divided into teams of five – some are attackers and others defend. If desired, you can also team up against AI opponents. Tactical gameplay with various heroes is the focus here.
The various playable operators have their own weapons, skills, gadgets, and stories, providing fresh content in the game.
How does the title generate revenue? In Rainbow Six Siege, players use in-game currency to unlock operators, boosters, weapon skins, and weapon packs.
7. The Division 2
Publisher: Ubisoft | Genre: Shooter | Revenue: 370 million dollars
In The Division 2 , you take on the role of an agent of the Strategic Homeland Division. The outbreak of a virus has plunged New York and other regions of the world into chaos, which you must restore order to. The USA is on the brink of civil war, which must be prevented. You have access to many group activities like raids in this cover shooter.
How does the title generate revenue? The Division 2 offers a Year-1 Pass, which unlocks early access to missions, specializations, secret tasks, cosmetic items, and additional in-game activities. Additionally, there is a shop for cosmetic items that can be unlocked through microtransactions.
6. NBA 2K19
Publisher: Take Two Interactive Software, Inc | Genre: Sport | Revenue : 370 million dollars
This sports simulation is all about throwing the ball into the basket as often as possible. You play in the North American professional basketball league “NBA”.
On the court, there are original teams and players that fans of the sport will recognize. If desired, you can play against AI opponents or other players. The career mode simulates the career of your own player. You start in China, where you must prove yourself. If you succeed, you’ll go to America, where you will initially land in a developmental league, the NBA G-League.
How does the title generate revenue? NBA2K19 offers various ways to purchase cosmetic items through microtransactions. Players can choose to speed up their progress with money to shorten the grind. However, this is only possible up to a certain point – not all the grind can simply be bought away.
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