According to Guinness World Records, the PlayStation is the best-selling platform of all time. Numerous companies competed for the top spot, but the numbers are in, and PlayStation has been bestowed the honor.

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A significant amount of PlayStation's success is owed to the PlayStation 2. It sold approximately 159 million units to date; more than a third of the platform's total sales. In the spirit of the recently awarded Guinness World Record for "best-selling home video game console brand ever," it's the perfect time to compile this list. These are 10 reasons why PlayStation is the best-selling platform.

10 More Hit Exclusive Games

First, we have to address the elephant in the room that is PlayStation's first-party and second-party exclusives. PlayStation has made the difference with more hit exclusives than its biggest competitor, Xbox.

One could argue that Nintendo has more exclusives than PlayStation, and they could be right. However, PlayStation wins across more categories than its exclusive games. Games like God of War, Spider-Man, Horizon Zero Dawn, Bloodborne, and Shadow of the Colossus contribute to the popularity of PlayStation. The quality of PlayStation's exclusives is beyond expectations.

9 The Best Hardware

Time and time again, PlayStation has continually pushed innovation with the best hardware seen on a gaming console. The PSOne was perhaps ahead of its time. The disc tray and DualShock controllers came out years before the Nintendo 64 was still using cartridges. Yet, the PlayStation One was a massive success because of Sony's commitment to gamer satisfaction.

With the PlayStation 5 on the horizon, we can expect nothing less than a sophisticated device. Already, with bold promises like ray-tracing hardware and 8K graphics, we are clinging on to any news we can gather about the hot new console.

8 PlayStation VR

As a company that's not afraid to break new ground, Sony has tried a variety of devices to compliment PlayStation consoles. The PlayStation Portable, the PlayStation Vita, the PlayStation Gold Headset, and the PlayStation VR are examples of impressive PlayStation accessories. One that stands out, however, is the PlayStation VR.

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PlayStation VR is an industry leader in virtual reality technology. It's affordable, delivers high-quality graphics, and offers a wide selection of games. The PlayStation VR is yet another reason to buy a PlayStation.

7 The PlayStation Slim Editions

Why settle for a big and bulky console when you can get a slim model? Since PlayStation has dominated the video game market, Sony has released smaller editions of their consoles. They offer the same performance in a device that takes up less space.

The slim models are more about aesthetics than anything else. Sony releases a standard model and usually within a couple of years, releases a slim model. Some prefer the larger PlayStation model, but Sony lets you choose.

6 Sony Is Continually Pushing Innovation

If there's one word of advice we can give Sony, it is that they should never cease to innovate with their platform. Sony is the biggest name in gaming because their platform has outsold every other in units sold. Instead of falling behind, PlayStation is an industry leader that creates the most sophisticated consoles on the market.

This is why Sony PlayStation is a considerable name alongside tech giants such as Apple and Microsoft. We're already looking forward to the PlayStation 5, which is bound to be a technological achievement.

5 Sleeker Appearance Than Other Consoles

We can't get enough of the design of PlayStation consoles. While consoles like the Nintendo Switch and Xbox One may appeal to some people, PlayStation has been consistently sleeker than other consoles.

Of course, many will agree that the exterior of a video game console is not what counts, and it's more the appeal of its games. Still, it's hard to ignore its smooth appearance. The hours of enjoyment that come with this polished entertainment device is staggering.

4 Over 800 Games On PlayStation Now

Loaded with an abundance of first-party and third-party video games, PlayStation Now is the ultimate subscription-based game service. Competitor Xbox Game Pass doesn't fall far behind with its triple-A titles, but PlayStation Now's extensive library gives it the edge.

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Xbox has backward compatibility, which makes a game streaming service near obsolete. However, PlayStation has made meaningful changes to their PlayStation Now library, turning it into the best game streaming service thus far.

3 The PlayStation 2 Is The Best-Selling Console Of All Time

A significant reason why PlayStation is the best-selling platform is because of the PlayStation 2. Even after all this time, the PlayStation 2 remains the best-selling console of all time.

An affordable price for a console that included a DVD player was a major selling point of the system. A plethora of exclusive games and superior hardware are reasons for the PlayStation 2's success. It is backward compatible with all PSOne games. Even considering the handheld market, the PlayStation 2 outsells the Nintendo DS by about 5 million units sold.

2 More Story-Driven Games

While Xbox is known for its online multiplayer, PlayStation is the top dog when it comes to immersive story-driven games. Despite its story-driven focus, PlayStation has online multiplayer functionality in games like The Last of Us as well.

The stories of PlayStation's games provide a unique feeling that keeps players on the edge of their seats. Engrossing story-driven games are rare to come by, yet PlayStation has so many of them. We won't forget story-centered like God of War, The Last of Us, Uncharted 4: A Thief's End, Horizon Zero Dawn, and Death Stranding.

1 Still Relevant Over 20 Years Later

The PSOne is one of the most impactful video game devices ever made. Competing with Nintendo's flagship console, it outsold the Nintendo 64 by more than three to one. The anticipated release of the PlayStation Classic is a throwback to the early PlayStation years when three-dimensional games emerged.

The re-release of the PSOne came loaded with twenty nostalgic games. Over twenty years later, people can purchase a miniature PSOne and find enjoyment with its games. This classic re-release serves as a reminder for why the PlayStation is the best-selling platform.

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