Sony confirms PlayStation 2 sales top 160 million, cementing legacy of best-ever selling console

Nov 28, 2024

Sony's PS2 sales exceed 160M, solidifying its legacy as the best-selling console.

Sony confirms PlayStation 2 sales top 160 million, cementing legacy of best-ever selling console

: Sony has confirmed that the PlayStation 2 has sold over 160 million units, making it the best-selling console of all time. This figure emerged as part of celebrations for the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand. The Nintendo DS, with 154 million units, and the Switch, with 146 million, are the closest competitors. No modern console currently has a realistic chance of surpassing the PS2's record.

Sony has officially confirmed that the PlayStation 2 has sold more than 160 million units, establishing its position as the best-selling console ever. This announcement coincides with the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the PlayStation brand, and it ends long-standing speculation about the exact sales figures.

The Nintendo DS, which was discontinued in 2013, is the closest contender with about 154 million units sold. The Nintendo Switch, launched in 2017, has reached over 146 million in sales by September 2024, but the upcoming Switch 2 may hinder its chances to surpass the PS2's sales record.

Modern consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series lag far behind, with sales figures of 65.6 million and 28.3 million units, respectively. Given the current market conditions and upcoming releases, no modern console appears poised to break the PS2's monumental record.