Gamer's Day: These are the video games Colombians have purchased the most in 2015.
World Gamer Day has been celebrated every August 29th since 2008, and while it doesn't commemorate a specific historical event in the industry, it has become a day of recognition for console, PC, and mobile gamers.
The event brings together both those who enjoy casual video games like Candy Crush and those who spend hours on complex sagas, consolidating a day in the global digital entertainment calendar.
In Colombia, the gamer category grew 65% last year, according to Tiendanube. Photo: iStock
According to data from Tiendanube, the Gamer category in Colombia grew 65% in purchase orders in the last year , ranking among the most in-demand in e-commerce.
The average spending by Colombians on gaming gear during the first half of 2025 was $76,087. In addition to video games, consumers invested in headphones, cell phone accessories, and wireless mice , reflecting that the gaming ecosystem extends beyond entertainment to technology and lifestyle.
Augusto Otero, Latin American Expansion Head at Tiendanube, highlighted that this growth also benefits local entrepreneurs who leverage e-commerce to connect with the gaming community.
The most purchased video games in 2025 The most purchased titles in Colombia this year were:
- Call of Duty: A first-person shooter video game franchise launched in 2004 for PlayStation. It combines cinematic campaigns, multiplayer matches, co-op zombie modes, and free-to-play battle royale.
- Crash Team Racing: A kart-racing video game that debuted in 1999 and returned with the Nitro-Fueled version. It offers an Adventure Mode with two variants, Classic and Nitro-Fueled, as well as events and character and kart customization.
- EA Sports FC: Successor to the FIFA series after the license expires in 2023. It's a football simulation with real leagues, clubs, and players, featuring classic game modes and new online experiences.
- God of War: Released in 2005 by Santa Monica Studio for PlayStation 2, it tells the adventures of Kratos, a Spartan general steeped in Greek mythology. The series has evolved in gameplay and narrative, becoming a benchmark for action and adventure.
- Grand Theft Auto (GTA): An open-world video game series where players take on criminal roles in fictional cities. Its violent and explicit content has generated controversy, but it has also cemented it as one of the most influential franchises. GTA V includes the ability to transfer progress between console generations.
More and more people are interested in taking up this fun pastime. Photo: iStock
Although the date doesn't coincide with the release of the first video game or any industry event, it has become a meeting point for gamers and brands. The rise of streamers, YouTubers, and influencers has driven the creation of gaming-related products, such as accessories and custom setups.
In Colombia, this day becomes a space not only for play, but also for recognizing the cultural and economic impact of a community that continues to expand.
*This content was written with the assistance of artificial intelligence, based on publicly available information released to media outlets. It was also reviewed by the journalist and an editor.
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