As a longtime PlayStation gamer, I've been geeking out over the recent 30th-anniversary celebrations, and oh boy, the news from Circana has me buzzing! Just last week, they dropped the bombshell list of the top-selling games on PlayStation consoles in the US since the iconic launch back in 1995. Honestly, it's wild to think how far we've come—from those early PS1 days to now, with Grand Theft Auto 5 sitting pretty at the top, proving it's still the undisputed king of sales. Let me break it down for you: this ain't just about nostalgia; it's a testament to how games like Call of Duty and Rockstar titles have straight-up dominated the scene. With GTA 6 on the horizon for May next year, and new entries shaking things up, it feels like we're in for another epic chapter. But hey, let's not jump ahead—we've got decades of data to unpack first, and trust me, the numbers are mind-blowing.

First off, let's talk about the heavyweight champions. According to Circana's report, covering everything from PS1 to the latest consoles over the past 30 years, the top sellers are a mix of familiar faces and absolute legends. Grand Theft Auto 5 leads both in revenue and units sold, raking in more cash than any other game—no surprise there, right? It's like that game refuses to quit! Right behind it, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare (2019) takes the silver medal for earnings, while Minecraft snags second place for units moved. Oh man, Minecraft's still going strong, and I'm not shocked—it's the ultimate sandbox for creativity. Rounding out the top three on both lists is Red Dead Redemption 2, Rockstar's wild west masterpiece that keeps pulling us back in. Here's a quick look at the top five to give you the gist:

• Grand Theft Auto 5: Top for both dollars and units—talk about unstoppable!

• Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Second in revenue; those multiplayer sessions never get old.

• Minecraft: Second in units sold; it's the game that keeps on giving with endless updates.

• Red Dead Redemption 2: Third across the board; pure storytelling gold.

• Other heavy-hitters: Including more Call of Duty entries like Black Ops 6 and Modern Warfare 2 (2022), showing how the franchise owns the charts.

Now, if you're like me, you might be wondering—People Also Ask: Why are Call of Duty games so consistently popular? Well, it's all about that addictive formula: annual releases packed with fresh content, competitive multiplayer, and events that keep us hooked. Seriously, it's no fluke that Call of Duty titles make up a huge chunk of the top 20. Out of the 40 spots (since both revenue and units are counted), a whopping 28 belong to either Call of Duty or Rockstar games. That's over half the list! Only a few games manage to break through, like Minecraft, which lands in the top five for units, plus Marvel’s Spider-Man series, The Last of Us, God of War (2018), Rainbow Six: Siege, and Skyrim. But even those gems get overshadowed by the CoD-Rockstar powerhouse. It's kinda funny—Minecraft is like that underdog who sneaks in with pure charm, while everything else feels like a battlefield dominated by big guns.

Speaking of nostalgia, Circana also shared a separate list for PS1 classics, and oh, the memories! Games like Gran Turismo 1 and 2 ruled those early days, with Final Fantasy 7, Crash Bandicoot 2 and 3, Tekken 3, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 2, Spyro, Metal Gear Solid, and even the quirky Frogger (1997) making waves. That era was all about pioneering 3D adventures, and it's cool to see how they paved the way for today's blockbusters. But fast-forward to now, and the dominance continues—with Microsoft in the mix, since they own Activision Blizzard (publishers of Call of Duty), they've essentially become the top game distributor on PlayStation. Talk about irony, huh?

Looking ahead, the future's looking bright with new entries on the way. Call of Duty Black Ops 7 drops this November, and Grand Theft Auto 6 is set for May 26 next year. People Also Ask: Will these new games crack the top 20? Honestly, I'd bet on it—GTA 6's hype is insane, and with CoD's track record, they're sure to shake things up. But for now, we're celebrating 30 years of PlayStation greatness, and this list is a reminder of why we fell in love with gaming in the first place. So, as we gear up for what's next, let's raise a controller to the past—it's been one heck of a ride, and the best is yet to come. Cheers to more epic adventures!