Sony's PlayStation 2 remains the undisputed champion of video game console sales. Even the highly successful PS4 fell approximately 40 million units short of its predecessor's impressive total. The Nintendo Switch, however, has significantly surpassed the PS4, claiming a prominent position among the best-selling consoles ever.

To provide a comprehensive overview, we've compiled a list of the top 28 best-selling video game consoles throughout history. This detailed ranking includes release dates, critically acclaimed titles, and other relevant information. Explore the gallery below for a complete picture.

Please note that some sales figures are directly from manufacturers, while others are estimates based on recent reports and market analysis. Unofficial sales figures are indicated with an asterisk ().*

For those seeking a quick overview, here's 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

Further details and a more extensive breakdown are available below.