Sony's PlayStation 2 has long been celebrated as the best-selling video game console of all time. Despite the massive success of the PS4, it concluded its run approximately 40 million units shy of its legendary predecessor. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch has surged past the PS4, securing a prestigious position among the top-selling consoles.
With both the Switch and PS4 firmly established among the all-time greats, we embarked on a journey to compare the sales performance of other hardware from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft. Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles of all time. This list includes details on release dates, the highest-rated games, and more. Dive in by scrolling down or exploring the gallery for a full breakdown.
*Please note that some sales figures are directly provided by the hardware manufacturers, while others are estimates derived from the latest reported numbers and market analysis. Unofficial sales totals are indicated with an asterisk (\*).*
For those interested in the top performers, here's a quick overview of the Top 5 Best-Selling Consoles:
- PlayStation 2 (Sony) – 160 million
- Nintendo DS (Nintendo) – 154.02 million
- Nintendo Switch (Nintendo) – 150.86 million
- Game Boy/Game Boy Color (Nintendo) – 118.69 million
- PlayStation 4 (Sony) – 117.2 million
Scroll down for more in-depth details and breakdowns of these iconic consoles.
