You wouldn't expect this survival game to be one of the best-selling games of all time
Terraria has achieved remarkable sales figures, surpassing many popular games. Celebrating its 15th anniversary, the game has sold 70 million copies, with a significant portion on Steam. Upcoming updates and a collector's edition are also in the works to mark the occasion.
- ▪Terraria has sold 70 million copies, with 39.6 million on Steam alone.
- ▪The game has a daily player count of approximately 461,000, with an average playtime of over 101 hours.
- ▪Terraria has outsold major titles like The Witcher 3 and Animal Crossing: New Horizons.
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