When Minecraft first appeared, it didn't take long to rise to fame. Something about the simple, blocky sandbox game appealed to players everywhere, and before long, it was an internet sensation before it even finished its beta period. Today, Minecraft stands as the best-selling game in video game history by many millions of copies, which is a staggering feat, considering just how many acclaimed games have fought for that title. Minecraft's solid hold on its throne is even more remarkable when one considers that the game is over a decade old, entering public play in 2009 and finally exiting its beta period in 2011.