Minecraft Statistics (2026): Sales, Players & Revenue
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Minecraft is the best-selling video game of all time and one of the most-played. This page compiles its key 2026 statistics — sales, players and revenue — from Mojang/Microsoft and industry reporting.
Key Takeaways for Journalists
- Minecraft has sold over 350 million copies — the best-selling game ever made.
- It has around 212 million monthly active players in 2026.
- It peaked at 222.5 million monthly players in June 2025 — its record.
- Minecraft has generated over US$4.2 billion in lifetime sales revenue.
- The game sustains ~61.75 million daily active users.
- Minecraft still sells around 20–25 million copies a year, 15 years on.
How Many Copies Has Minecraft Sold?
Minecraft has sold over 350 million copies, making it the best-selling video game in history — ahead of GTA V and, on single-game terms, everything else. Remarkably, it still sells an estimated 20–25 million copies a year more than a decade and a half after its 2011 launch.
How Many People Play Minecraft?
Minecraft had around 212 million monthly active players in early 2026, having peaked at a record 222.5 million in June 2025. Day-to-day it sustains roughly 61.75 million daily active users and 1.3 million concurrent — extraordinary longevity for a game of its age.
| Metric | 2026 figure |
|---|---|
| Copies sold | 350 million+ (best-selling ever) |
| Monthly active players | ~212 million |
| Peak MAU | 222.5 million (Jun 2025) |
| Daily active users | ~61.75 million |
| Lifetime revenue | US$4.2 billion+ |
| Annual sales | ~20–25 million/year |
Why Minecraft Endures
Minecraft’s staying power comes from its sandbox openness, cross-platform reach, education edition, and a vast modding and content community. It is a foundational title for a whole generation — see how it compares in our most-played games and best-selling games research.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many copies has Minecraft sold?
Over 350 million copies — making Minecraft the best-selling video game of all time.
How many people play Minecraft in 2026?
Around 212 million monthly active players, with roughly 61.75 million playing daily. It peaked at 222.5 million monthly in June 2025.
Is Minecraft the best-selling game ever?
Yes — at 350 million-plus copies, Minecraft is the best-selling single video game in history.
How much money has Minecraft made?
Minecraft has generated over US$4.2 billion in lifetime sales revenue.
Methodology & Sourcing
Sales and player figures are from Mojang/Microsoft announcements and industry trackers (Priori Data, Statista). ‘Copies sold’ is the best-selling single game; MAU/DAU are as reported. Rounded and updated as new figures emerge.
Sources
- Mojang / Microsoft — Minecraft sales & player announcements
- Statista — Minecraft player & revenue data
- Priori Data — Minecraft statistics
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