The most sold gaming device of all time is the PlayStation 2 (PS2) by Sony.
๐ฎ Why the PlayStation 2?
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Sales: Over 155 million units sold worldwide since its release in 2000.
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Longevity: It had an incredibly long lifecycle, with games released well into the 2010s.
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Game Library: Boasted one of the largest and most diverse game libraries ever, appealing to casual and hardcore gamers alike.
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Backward Compatibility: Supported many original PlayStation (PS1) games, boosting its appeal.
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DVD Player: Doubled as a DVD player, making it popular beyond just gaming.
Other Top-Selling Consoles (for context)
| Console | Approximate Units Sold | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nintendo DS | ~154 million | Dual-screen handheld, huge library |
| Game Boy/Game Boy Color | ~118 million | Iconic handheld gaming devices |
| PlayStation 4 | ~117 million | Current-gen powerhouse |
| Nintendo Switch | ~125 million (and counting) | Hybrid console, very popular |