Spend Bill Gates's Fortune Game
Ever wondered what it's like to spend Bill Gates's money?
This game throws you into a opulent virtual marketplace where the choices are as extravagant as they get - and in most cases, based on real-life purchases of the prosperous.
From exotic cars to common goods, you can go all out or take a stand on pressing issues like environmental sustainability.
Shall you get your own private island, or shape the world for the better - the power is in your hands.
Bill Gates's Fortune
About Bill Gates
William Henry Gates III, born on October 28, 1955, in Seattle, Washington, is an American business magnate and philanthropist. He co-founded Microsoft Corporation in 1975 with Paul Allen.
Gates played a significant role in the personal computer revolution and became one of the richest people in the world. After stepping down from day-to-day operations at Microsoft, he focused on philanthropy through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
How did Bill Gates become rich?
As of June 2026, Bill Gates' net worth is estimated at approximately $107 billion according to Forbes, reflecting both the continued performance of his investment vehicle Cascade Investment LLC and his extensive philanthropic giving through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, which has reduced his overall wealth over time.
Gates built his fortune primarily through Microsoft, which revolutionized personal computing. His investments through Cascade Investment LLC have further increased his wealth over the years, diversified across energy, real estate, and healthcare sectors.
In January 2026, Gates finalized a landmark financial chapter from his 2021 divorce from Melinda French Gates: a $7.88 billion payment to Melinda's Pivotal Philanthropies Foundation, structured as a charitable contribution. The New York Times described it as one of the largest charitable contributions ever publicly recorded. This payout reflects Gates' stated commitment to giving away virtually all of his wealth before his death.
The Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation approved a record $9 billion annual payout budget for 2026 — its highest-ever single-year giving figure — as part of an accelerated philanthropy timeline ahead of the foundation's planned closure in 2045. Gates' net worth has dropped by over $15 billion year-to-date in 2026, a deliberate consequence of these unprecedented levels of giving.
How does Bill Gates spend money?
Gates is known for his philanthropic efforts rather than extravagant spending. He has pledged to give away most of his wealth through the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Despite this, he does own several luxurious properties and has a passion for collecting rare cars.
Notable Purchases
Gates famously purchased Codex Leicester, a Leonardo da Vinci manuscript for $30.8 million in 1994.
He owns Xanadu 2.0, a luxurious estate valued at approximately $183.5 million, which features cutting-edge technology and extensive grounds.
Moreover, Gates is one of the largest private farmland owners in the U.S., with over 242,000 acres acquired through significant transactions.