Top-Selling Video Game Consoles Ever

Sony's PlayStation 2 remains the undisputed champion of video game console sales, having sold an impressive 160 million units worldwide. Despite the PlayStation 4's remarkable success, it concluded its lifecycle with approximately 40 million fewer units sold than its predecessor, totaling 117.2 million units. Meanwhile, Nintendo's Switch has surpassed the PS4, securing its place among the top-selling consoles with 150.86 million units sold.

As both the Switch and PS4 have solidified their positions in the annals of video game history, we've embarked on a comprehensive analysis to see how other consoles from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft compare. Below, you can explore our detailed list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles of all time, complete with release dates, top-rated games, and further insights.

Please note that while some sales figures are directly provided by the manufacturers, others are estimates derived from the latest reported data and market analysis. These unofficial figures are indicated with an asterisk (*).

For those interested in the cream of the crop, here's a quick rundown 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 a more in-depth look at these consoles and the full list.