The Most Played Game in the World and the Top Soft Skills [TOP 10]

Knowing the most played game in the world is a curiosity for a lot of people. After all, is that game you love so much on this list? Below, you will find the answer with the 10 most played games on the planet, with a few surprises.

But besides bringing the news, with updated data, we will also connect these titles to the job market. There are skills that can be improved through this kind of entertainment. That is what happens in Game Based Learning.

10 – FIFA 22

FIFA is the most played game in the world in the sports genre, even though there are other well-known and highly rated ones. It comes from a long lineage. Besides being the most played of the year, it is the most played of all time.

Currently, it has 70,000 people playing simultaneously, mainly on consoles such as the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4 and Xbox. It can also be played on mobile devices, such as Android and iOS.

FIFA 22 in business

One of the lessons that can come from this soccer game is strategy. Anyone who likes soccer knows that in a match there are many details that can make the difference in determining the winner. For example, knowing your players and creating tactics.

In a company, the manager or administrator must also know their team of employees. In fact, even a department leader should do so. By knowing each person’s skills and technical capabilities, it is possible to draw up the best work strategies.

9 – Dota 2

Dota 2 is one of the representatives of the MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena) genre. It was released in 2011, and it is an online game that reached its peak in 2019 and 2020. Later, it dropped slightly, but it kept Valve Corporation among the most played.

In total, it is estimated to have had 600,000 players online daily, on average.

Dota 2 in business

Dota stands for “Defense of the Ancients”. It is therefore a game played in matches with two teams, each occupying its own base. Although it is highly strategic, it is important to note that a sense of collectivity and leadership is present in Dota.

What good is having characters who could join forces to overcome a challenge if they fight in isolation? And how do you know the best path to follow? Just as it was thousands of years ago, in Dota you need strategy and grit. Just like at work.

8 – Counter-Strike

It is the most played game in the world in the FPS (First Person Shooter) genre. The video game franchise had even greater success with Global Offensive, which was released in August 2022. Before that, CS:GO was already the main e-sports competition game in the world. Currently, CS has more than 840,000 active people per day, on average.

Counter-Strike in business

Júlio Pereira is a neurologist who has done several studies on games and the brain. He noticed that in games like CS, people use more of a part of the brain responsible for vision and motor skills. He cites examples, such as aim and coordination in this most played game in the world.

Therefore, response time needs to be fast. “Response time is when you see a scene, imagine how you will act and make the decision.” In practice, this is quite common in a company, isn’t it? Acting fast, but efficiently, is essential.

7 – Free Fire

It is a very famous Battle Royale game that is on the list of the most played among gamers. It was released in 2017 and two years later it was already the most downloaded mobile game in the world. Despite its fame on smartphones, it also has players on PCs.

Some estimates indicate that more than 1 million people access the Free Fire platform, on PC or smartphone, every day.

Free Fire in business

The first soft skill you can learn from this game is that training can take you to perfection, or close to it. After all, to be a great shooter in Free Fire you have to train a lot. The most experienced players shoot better and, therefore, have advantages.

Then comes the idea of combining characters. This has to do with teamwork, as well as a strategic mind. In a company it works the same way: you can pair people up into duos, trios or teams based on each individual’s characteristics, forming a winning team.

6 – World of Warcraft

Together with Free Fire, WoW has 1 million active players per day worldwide. It is a PC-only (Windows) game and the most played game in the world in the RPG (Role Playing Game) genre. It is also one of the oldest, having been released in 2004.

In Brazil, it began to spread in 2011 and has several expansions planned.

World of Warcraft in business

WoW is one of the games with the strongest idea of “putting together a strategy to win.” So much so that many books and e-books have been created over time to give these tips to beginner players. Here we already have the first soft skill.

But beyond that, you need to understand the game. And that calls for several skills, because it is a complex game. There is, for example, the matter of combining races and classes. The fact is that you learn several concepts, techniques and ways of reaching a goal.

5 – Valorant

On this list of the most played games in the world, this one may be a surprise given its position. But it is believed to also have 1 million players daily, which puts it on the list of the most famous games in the FPS (First Person Shooter) line.

Valorant in business

It is interesting to look at this game in the business world through its characters. Each of them has their own skills and tasks. Sentinels, for example, are defenders and always end up “dying” more than the others. They need to support other areas.

Duelists are the most offensive. They form the front line, the attack line. They look to attack opponents to gain ground. They need to be proactive, creative and accurate. Do you know any position at your work that needs a person like that, don’t you?

4 – Final Fantasy

Final Fantasy has many versions. The latest is XIV, for example. The fact is that this proves the success of the game, and that is why it is one of the most played games in the world on this list. Interestingly, it is called the “oldest video game still in development,” and it carries the Square Enix signature.

On a daily average, there are more than 2 million players online.

Final Fantasy in business

At the start of the game, there are 8 specialties in Final Fantasy. Therefore, for each one there are several soft skills that can be trained. For example, there is one focused on teamwork, as well as the strategic mode. In other words, it all relates to the job market.

3 – League of Legends

Everyone who plays online knows LoL, that is, League of Legends. Its format is MOBA (Multiplayer Online Battle Arena). And in that format it is the most played in the world. It was created by Riot Games and released in 2009, and it has been a worldwide craze.

It is believed that there are more than 5 million people online on a daily average in LoL.

League of Legends in business

A good LoL player is one with quick action, just like in CS. So they also need logical reasoning and teamwork. After all, in LoL you cannot work alone, and everyone who plays knows that.

Besides that, there are soft skills that are good for the game and perfect for running a commercial establishment. For example, good communication, focus and a strategic mind. Can you or can’t you learn about business by playing LoL?

2 – Fortnite

Without a doubt, Fortnite answers the question of what the most played game in the world is. And this has been happening frequently in recent years, even after so much competition, such as the games mentioned above. The Battle Royale dates from 2017 and carries the Epic Games signature.

Fortnite’s look may not be among the most attractive, it is true. However, consider that it is accessed daily by 30 million people simultaneously. There are international competitions worth many dollars. It is a hit among players of all ages.

Fortnite in business

Fortnite is one of the best games today for developing soft skills. Because it is a survival game, it already tells us there is a need: to survive. So only those who make the best decisions and think about everything, globally, win.

This is what is called strategic thinking within a company. In addition, you need to learn to deal with complex problems, and only the most creative minds succeed. Assessing risks and opportunities is another lesson.

1 – Minecraft

Sandbox is Minecraft’s genre, and it is a classic on the planet. The sandbox-style game is very different from the others mentioned above. It debuted in November 2011 and, despite being considered childish because of its look, it is a trend among young people and adults.

Especially because it recalls an old 16-bit game, which brings a sense of nostalgia. The modern game had a lot of success in a short time. The activity is incredible, with more than 180 million monthly players.

Minecraft in business

For some time now, research has been coming out on how Minecraft helps children’s learning, since it is the most played game in the world in many situations. From that, we can bring up the points that adults also use in the job market. Yes, many adults who play Minecraft see advantages in their daily lives.

So we have the development or improvement of teamwork, problem solving and even the formation of a growth mindset. Thus, as they experience the game’s stages, they realize that they will not always get it right and that mistakes are fundamental to reaching success.

What is Game Based Learning

Game Based Learning is a teaching methodology that uses games as a way to improve personal skills and characteristics. In other words, it works directly with SOFT and HARD SKILLS. Thus, players can use these lessons in their daily work.

We have already discussed how you can use Game Based Learning to improve decision-making in companies, for those in roles such as manager, administrator, supervisor and director.