Top-Selling Video Game Consoles Ever

Sony's PlayStation 2 remains the unrivaled champion of video game consoles, boasting an impressive 160 million units sold, securing its place as the best-selling console of all time. Although the PlayStation 4 achieved significant success, it concluded its sales run approximately 40 million units shy of its predecessor. Meanwhile, the Nintendo Switch has surged past the PS4, claiming a prestigious position among the top-selling consoles.

Both the Switch and PS4 have firmly established themselves on the list of the all-time best-selling consoles, prompting us to delve deeper into the sales figures of other hardware from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft. Below, you can explore our comprehensive list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles of all time. This list includes details on release dates, top-rated games, and more, providing a thorough overview of each console's impact and popularity.

It's worth noting that while some sales figures are directly reported by the hardware manufacturers, others are estimated using the latest available data and market analysis. These unofficial totals are indicated with an asterisk (*).

For those interested primarily in the highest-selling consoles, here is a quick summary of the Top 5 Best-Selling Consoles, ranked by sales:

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 detailed breakdown and further insights into each console's sales performance.