ONLINE SOUTH AFRICA The most popular video games in South Africa 5 years ago Samuel Post Views: 2,681 Grand Theft Auto V remains one of the most popular games in South Africa despite the fact that it was launched in 2013. This is according to statistics from South African online retailer Raru, who said that both the PlayStation 4 and Xbox One versions of the game comfortably outsold any other title. “This is mostly due to the game being very well priced for long periods at a time,” – said Raru. Takealot has also confirmed that Grand Theft Auto V is one of its most popular titles, claiming that only FIFA 20 is more popular on its platform. Gaming trends Takealot said that its best-selling console for 2019 was the PlayStation Classic, and added that gamers appear to be very interested in playing older games. “Retro gaming remains an incredibly popular pastime for many,” said Takealot. We have seen that nostalgia and classic games continue to remain on-trend.” According to Raru, Nintendo Switch games perform remarkably well considering that they are usually exclusive to the Switch console. PlayStation remains a strong format, said Raru, while digital code sales for PSN, Xbox, and Steam remain extremely popular. Raru also highlighted that Pokémon Sword and Shield is already one of the top 10 most sold titles of the year despite the fact that its launch date was Friday 15 November. Top-selling games The top 10 most-sold games across all platforms on Raru’s online storefront are as follows: Grand Theft Auto V Resident Evil 2 Tom Clancy’s The Division 2 The Legend of Zelda: Link’s Awakening Devil May Cry 5 Days Gone Pokemon Sword and Shield Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice Mortal Kombat 11 Borderland 3 Takealot’s best selling titles are as follows: FIFA 20 (PS4) Grand Theft Auto V (PS4) FIFA 20 (Xbox One) Red Dead Redemption 2 (PS4) Mortal Kombat 11 (PS4) FIFA 19 (PS4) The Sims 4 (PC) Call of Duty Modern Warfare (PS4) Far Cry 5 (PS4) Marvel’s Spider-Man (PS4) About Post Author Samuel I am a journalist specializing in gambling in Africa and around the world. I am particularly interested in stories about games and casinos. See author's posts SamuelI am a journalist specializing in gambling in Africa and around the world. I am particularly interested in stories about games and casinos. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Email Print Tags: FIFA 20, GTA, video games Continue Reading Previous Parimatch integrates BetConstruct’s Live CasinoNext Are you required to pay tax on Gambling and Lottery winnings in South Africa? More Stories ONLINE SOUTH AFRICA How to rate online betting operators in South Africa 7 hours ago Samuel ONLINE WORLD NEWS Japan Wants to Toughen Laws Against Online Gambling 7 hours ago Szarlot GHANA ONLINE Redefining Entertainment In Ghana: Increased Popularity of Online Gaming Platforms 7 hours ago Szarlot KENYA ONLINE Parliament Goes After ‘Aviator’ Betting Game 7 hours ago Samuel ONLINE SOUTH AFRICA How Digital Platforms Are Reshaping Entertainment 2 days ago Samuel LOTTERIES SOUTH AFRICA South Africa’s Minister of Trade faces court pressure over delayed lottery licence award 2 days ago Szarlot NIGERIA ONLINE Why online casinos are taking off in Nigeria 2 days ago Samuel BETTING SOUTH AFRICA The Rise of Sports Betting in Gauteng: Bet Safely and Responsibly 3 days ago Samuel ONLINE SOUTH AFRICA Taxi Driver Plays Cards While Driving Clients in TikTok Video 3 days ago Samuel GAMES ONLINE Witch Heart Megaways by Pragmatic Play 4 days ago Iwo Bulski KENYA ONLINE Slotegrator Breaks Down Africa’s $17.63 Billion Betting Growth 4 days ago Iwo Bulski HOT NEWS NIGERIA ONLINE Inside Nigeria’s booming online casino scene: Why everyone’s placing bets 4 days ago Samuel Leave a Reply Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Comment * Name * Email * Website Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Δ This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.