Sony's PlayStation 2 holds the coveted title of the best-selling video game console ever, a record that remains unmatched. While the PS4 achieved phenomenal sales, it ultimately fell short of its predecessor by approximately 40 million units. The Nintendo Switch, however, has surged past the PS4, securing a place among the top-selling consoles of all time.
This impressive success of the Switch and PS4 prompted us to explore the broader landscape of best-selling consoles from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft. The following gallery showcases the top 28 best-selling video game consoles, complete with release dates, critically acclaimed titles, and other fascinating details.
Please note: Sales figures are sourced from official manufacturer data where available. Estimates based on recent reports and market analysis are used for unofficial figures, marked with an asterisk ().*
For those seeking a quick overview, here's 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
