Unveiling the 20 Best-Selling PlayStation Games of All Time
The top 20 best-selling games for PlayStation consoles in the U.S. feature major titles like Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto.
The top 20 all-time best-selling games for PlayStation consoles in the United States were recently disclosed, showcasing the overwhelming presence of Call of Duty and Rockstar Games. The successful titles include Minecraft, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, and Red Dead Redemption 2, with Grand Theft Auto 5 leading as the highest-grossing and best-selling game on PlayStation.
On September 9, 1995, Sony initiated its foray into the console market in North America with the launch of the PlayStation. This pioneering device transformed the gaming landscape, establishing PlayStation as a pivotal player in the industry, culminating in the release of four subsequent mainline consoles over the following decades, alongside handheld devices like the PSP.
Top 20 Best-Selling PlayStation Games (United States)
In celebration of the console’s significant anniversary, Circana has revealed the best-sellers from the PlayStation console series over the past 30 years. A recent list shared by Circana’s senior director Mat Piscatella on Bluesky highlights the top 20 best-selling PlayStation console games in the U.S., evaluated by revenue and units sold. Grand Theft Auto 5 ranks at the top of both lists, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare follows as the second highest-grossing game, while Minecraft is recognized as the second-best seller. Red Dead Redemption 2 occupies the third position in both categories.
| Rank | Top Games (Dollars) | Top Games (Units) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Grand Theft Auto 5 | Grand Theft Auto 5 |
| 2 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) | Minecraft |
| 3 | Red Dead Redemption 2 | Red Dead Redemption 2 |
| 4 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2022) | Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas |
| 5 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) |
| 6 | Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War | Marvel’s Spider-Man |
| 7 | Minecraft | Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 |
| 8 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 3 | Call of Duty: Black Ops Cold War |
| 9 | Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas | Grand Theft Auto: Vice City |
| 10 | Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2022) |
| 11 | Marvel’s Spider-Man | Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 |
| 12 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 | Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales |
| 13 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 | The Last of Us |
| 14 | Call of Duty: WW2 | God of War (2018) |
| 15 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 | The Elder Scrolls 5: Skyrim |
| 16 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2023) | Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 |
| 17 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 (2011) | Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six: Siege |
| 18 | Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 | Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 |
| 19 | Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales | Call of Duty: WW2 |
| 20 | Grand Theft Auto: Vice City | Call of Duty: Black Ops 4 |
The lists are prominently filled by entries from the Call of Duty franchise and Rockstar titles, accounting for 28 out of the 40 games listed. Furthermore, Minecraft, Marvel’s Spider-Man titles, The Last of Us, God of War (2018), Rainbow Six: Siege, and Skyrim are the only outliers, with only Minecraft securing a top-five position on either list.
Predictably, as observed from these rankings, Call of Duty and Grand Theft Auto are some of the most esteemed game franchises. Each brand is set to introduce new installments soon, with Call of Duty Black Ops 7 anticipated for release on November 14, and Grand Theft Auto 6 expected to debut on May 26 of the following year. Enthusiasts await to see how high these upcoming titles might rank.
