The Sony PlayStation 2 stands as the undisputed champion of video game console sales, with a staggering total of 160 million units sold, cementing its place as the best-selling console ever. The PlayStation 4, while a massive success in its own right, concluded its run with about 40 million fewer units sold than its predecessor. On the other hand, the Nintendo Switch has surged past the PS4 in sales, securing a prestigious spot on the podium of the all-time best-selling consoles.

With both the Switch and PS4 firmly established among the top-selling consoles, our curiosity led us to examine the sales performance of other hardware from Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft. Below, you'll find a comprehensive list of the 28 best-selling video game consoles of all time. This list not only provides sales figures but also includes release dates and highlights the highest-rated games for each console. Dive into the gallery or scroll down to explore this detailed compilation.

It's worth noting that some sales figures are directly reported by the hardware manufacturers, while others are estimated based on the latest reported numbers and market analysis. We've marked unofficial sales totals with an asterisk (\*) to distinguish them from official figures.

For those who prefer a quick overview, here's the TL;DR Top 5 Best-Selling Consoles list, presented in order of 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

For more in-depth details and breakdowns, continue scrolling down.