The Best-Selling Video Game Consoles of All Time

Sony's PlayStation 2 remains the undisputed champion in video game console sales history. Even the highly successful PS4 fell short by approximately 40 million units. The Nintendo Switch, however, has significantly surpassed the PS4, securing a top-three position among all-time bestsellers.

To provide a comprehensive view, we've compiled a list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles ever. This ranking includes release dates, top-rated titles, and other relevant details. You can explore the complete list below.

Please note: Some sales figures are directly from manufacturers, while others are estimates based on the latest data and market analysis. Unofficial sales totals are indicated with an asterisk ().*

For those primarily interested in the top performers, here's a concise summary of the top five best-selling consoles:

1. PlayStation 2 (Sony) – 160 million 2. Nintendo DS (Nintendo) – 154.02 million 3. Nintendo Switch (Nintendo) – 150.86 million 4. Game Boy/Game Boy Color (Nintendo) – 118.69 million 5. PlayStation 4 (Sony) – 117.2 million

Further details and a complete breakdown are available below.