After almost thirty years since the original PlayStation hit the shelves, we now have a good idea of which games made the biggest splash in the North American market. Circana recently unveiled a list of the top 20 best-selling PS1 games of all time in the US, covering the period from January 1995 to July 2025. This list not only reveals the games that raked in the most cash, but also the ones that flew off the shelves.
**Top Revenue Generators**
Topping the revenue chart is Gran Turismo, the game that revolutionized racing sims on Sony’s console. But hold your horses, because when it comes to sheer number of copies sold, Gran Turismo 2 takes the crown. Talk about a power duo dominating the console’s lifespan! And let’s not forget about Final Fantasy VII, the iconic RPG that may not be at the top in revenue, but still holds its own in terms of units sold.
**The Tale of Two Tables**
The disparities between the revenue and units sold tables shed light on how certain games made a bigger economic impact. Factors like special editions, launch prices, and time on the market played a role in these differences. And of course, classic series like Crash Bandicoot, Spyro the Dragon, Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater, and Tekken 3 make multiple appearances, solidifying their status as PS1 icons.
**Surprise, Surprise**
In addition to the usual suspects, there are some unexpected titles making waves in the top 20. Who would’ve thought that Frogger (1997) would be a top seller in terms of units moved? And let’s not overlook collections like the Jampack Series: PlayStation and Namco Museum Vol. 3, proving that gamers have a soft spot for curated bundles.
Just a heads up, the numbers don’t include sales of games bundled with the console, so these figures only reflect direct software sales. The PlayStation revolutionized gaming, and these top-selling titles played a major role in shaping the console’s legacy. Cheers to the classics that continue to hold a special place in gamers’ hearts!
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