Top-Selling Video Game Consoles Ever

Sony's PlayStation 2 remains the undisputed champion of video game console sales, with a staggering total of 160 million units sold, making it the best-selling console of all time. Although the PlayStation 4 also enjoyed tremendous success, it concluded its lifecycle approximately 40 million units shy of its legendary predecessor. On the other hand, Nintendo's Switch has surged past the PS4, securing its place among the top echelons of best-selling consoles.

In our exploration of the top-selling video game hardware from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, we've compiled a comprehensive list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles of all time. Below, you'll find detailed information including release dates, highest-rated games, and more for each console.

Please note that some sales figures are directly provided by the hardware manufacturers, while others are estimated based on the latest reported data and market analysis. Unofficial sales totals are indicated with an asterisk (*).

For those interested in the top performers, here's a quick look at 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

For a deeper dive into each console's specifics, continue scrolling or explore our gallery.