PlayStation (PS) 5, is the fastest selling game console at the moment. Where has sold more than 13 million units, since its launch in November 2020. Even so, can its popularity be said to be a game console of all time?
This is because he is still very young. Even on November 12, the PS5 has just entered its first age.
According to data disclosed by Statista, there are five consoles bearing the title, as the gaming platform of all time. Is Sony's next-gen on the list? Let's look at the following explanation.
5 Best Selling Game Consoles of All Time:
5. PS1
The fifth rank is filled by Sony's console, namely the PS1, with total sales touching 102.5 million units. Its role has been very important, in providing a memorable gaming experience, since its release in 1994.
Various iconic game titles are available, causing a sense of addiction and willing to spend hours playing it. Call it like Crash Bandicoot, Gran Turismo, Tekken, Spiro, Tony Hawk: Pro Skater and many more.
4. PS4
Still about the product from Sony, PS4, contributed greatly to their income. Noted, this console has sold up to 116.4 units.
Since its launch in November 2013, its presence has become a breath of fresh air, for those who want to experience playing games with stunning graphics. Some of these include Red Dead Redemption 2, Grand Theft Auto V, The Last of Us Remastered and The Last of Us Part II.
3. Game Boy
Even so, Nintendo's handheld console is still the game device of all time above the PS1 and PS4. Its first launch was in 1989 and managed to collect total sales of 118.6 units.
Game titles that can give you the excitement of playing Game Boy, such as The Legend of Zelda and Pokemon Red and Blue. This console also occupies the third position.
2. Nintendo DS
The second place was the Nintendo DS, which managed to attract the interest of many gamers and pocketed a profit of 154.9 units sold. This handheld console, becomes a new breakthrough from its predecessor Game Boy Advance.
Playable iconic game titles, such as Pokemon Diamond and Pearl. In addition there are several games from Mario.
1. PS2
Let's welcome the champion of all consoles in the world, namely PS2. With a very good score, since its launch in March 2000, it was able to generate total sales of 157.68 million units.
However, although the number is higher than the Nintendo DS, the number is approximately three million units adrift. It's just that Nintendo's device doesn't seem to be able to catch up, considering that the current era is more focused on the PS5 and Xbox Series X/S.
