Most popular games in 21st century

The 21st century has seen the rise of many popular games, but some of the most iconic and successful games of the 21st century include:

• Minecraft: Developed by Mojang, this sandbox game was first released in 2011 and has since become one of the most popular and best-selling games of all time. Minecraft allows players to build and explore in a block-based world, and it has a massive player base across multiple platforms.
  
  
• World of Warcraft (WoW): Developed by Blizzard Entertainment, this massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG) was first released in 2004 and has since become one of the most successful and popular games of all time. WoW has a massive player base and has had a significant impact on the MMO genre.
  
  
• Grand Theft Auto V (GTA V): Developed by Rockstar Games, this open-world action-adventure game was released in 2013 and has become one of the best-selling and most critically acclaimed games of all time. GTA V has a massive player base and has had a significant impact on the open-world genre.
  
  
• League of Legends: Developed by Riot Games, this multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game was first released in 2009 and has since become one of the most popular and successful games in the world. League of Legends has a massive player base and has a strong esports scene.
  
  
• Fortnite: Developed by Epic Games, this battle royale game was first released in 2017 and has since become one of the most popular and successful games in the world. Fortnite has a massive player base across multiple platforms and has had a significant impact on the battle royale genre.
  
  
• PUBG (PlayerUnknown’s Battlegrounds): Developed by PUBG Corporation, this battle royale game was first released in 2017 and quickly became one of the most popular and successful games in the world. PUBG was the first game that popularized the Battle Royale genre.
  
  
• Candy Crush Saga: Developed by King, this mobile game was first released in 2012 and quickly became one of the most popular and successful mobile games of all time. Candy Crush Saga has a massive player base and has had a significant impact on the mobile gaming industry.
  
  
• Among Us: Developed by InnerSloth, this social deduction game was released in 2018 but gained massive popularity in 2020. The game is free to play but it has a great earning potential from in-game purchases.
  
  
• Genshin Impact: This action RPG, developed by miHoYo, was released in September 2020 and has already grossed over $1 billion. The game features a vast open-world, beautiful visuals, and an engaging story.
  
  

The last two decades have seen also release of many popular game franchises, and it can be difficult to determine the “best” franchises as it depends on personal preferences. However, some of the most iconic and successful game franchises of the last two decades include:

• Super Mario: Developed by Nintendo, the Super Mario franchise is one of the most iconic and recognizable platformer franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of Super Mario Bros. in 1985, the franchise has sold over 380 million copies as of 2021.
  
  
• Call of Duty: Developed by Infinity Ward, the Call of Duty franchise is one of the most successful and popular first-person shooter franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of Call of Duty in 2003, the franchise has sold over 300 million copies as of 2021.
  
  
• The Legend of Zelda: Developed by Nintendo, The Legend of Zelda is one of the most iconic and critically acclaimed action-adventure franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of The Legend of Zelda in 1986, the franchise has sold over 80 million copies as of 2021.
  
  
• Assassin’s Creed: Developed by Ubisoft, the Assassin’s Creed franchise is one of the most popular and successful action-adventure franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of Assassin’s Creed in 2007, the franchise has sold over 155 million copies as of 2021.
  
  
• Halo: Developed by 343 Industries, the Halo franchise is one of the most successful and critically acclaimed first-person shooter franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of Halo: Combat Evolved in 2001, the franchise has sold over 70 million copies as of 2021.
  
  
• Final Fantasy: Developed by Square Enix, the Final Fantasy franchise is one of the most iconic and critically acclaimed role-playing game (RPG) franchises of all time. Beginning with the release of Final Fantasy in 1987, the franchise has sold over 150 million copies as of 2021.
  
  

These franchises have had a significant impact on the gaming industry and have become household names among gamers.