Which game is widely credited with popularizing the 'microtransaction' model for cosmetic items in mainstream gaming, leading to a retail revolution that now dominates the industry?

The gaming industry has transformed how brands engage with consumers through innovative retail experiences. In-game purchases and virtual economies have created entirely new business models that blur the lines between gaming and retail. This poll tests your knowledge about a pivotal innovation in gaming retail that changed how developers monetize their products and how players interact with virtual goods.

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Team Fortress 2 (2007) with its virtual hat marketplace
World of Warcraft (2004) with its character appearance changes
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (2012) with its weapon skin loot boxes
Minecraft (2011) with its character skin customization options