1. Destiny 2 – $500 million
2. Halo Infinite – $500 million
3. Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War – $400 million
4. Star Citizen – $350 million
5. Cyberpunk 2077 – $314 million
6. Grand Theft Auto V – $265 million
7. Horizon Forbidden West – $212 million​
8. The Sims 3 – $200 million
9. Star Wars: The Old Republic – $200 million
10. Red Dead Redemption 2 – $170 million

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This top list shows the top 10 most expensive Video game developments of all time. The video game industry has become one of the most profitable sectors in entertainment, with some games reaching astonishing development costs. Topping the list is Destiny 2 alongside Halo Infinite, each with a development budget of $500 million. These games set the bar for high-production-value titles in the gaming world.

Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War follows closely with a development cost of $400 million, reflecting the massive resources invested in its single-player and multiplayer modes. Star Citizen, a game that promises a highly immersive space experience, has amassed a staggering $350 million in development costs, making it one of the most expensive ongoing projects in gaming history.

Other games on the list include Cyberpunk 2077, which cost $314 million to develop, though its rocky launch is a reminder that even massive budgets can’t guarantee success. Grand Theft Auto V, a perennial favorite, came in at $265 million, showcasing the high cost of developing expansive open-world games.

Horizon Forbidden West at $212 million, The Sims 3 and Star Wars: The Old Republic both at $200 million, and Red Dead Redemption 2 at $170 million round out the top 10, illustrating just how much financial backing is needed to create a top-tier video game in today’s market.