The Official GOAT List: Ranking the Greatest Game Consoles of All Time
GoatWars fans rank Nintendo Switch the greatest of all time among Game Consoles, with a 63.4% Goatscore.
Chasing the crown: #2 PlayStation 4 (PS4) (61.3%), #3 Nintendo Wii (60.6%).
The Greatest Game Consoles of All Time league brings every era of gaming into one massive fan-powered showdown. From the 8-bit machines that saved the industry to the HD giants that redefined online play, each console earns its spot through cultural impact, innovation, and decades of player loyalty. Whether you grew up with the NES, swore by your PS2, lived online on Xbox 360, or think nothing beats the Switch, this league lets gamers decide which systems truly stand out — one head-to-head battle at a time.
All Time ranks by all-time win rate across every head-to-head battle. Latest ranks by latest fan sentiment, updated as new battles are voted on.
GOAT List FAQs
Who is the greatest of all time among Game Consoles?
GoatWars fans rank Nintendo Switch the greatest of all time among Game Consoles, with a 63.4% Goatscore.
How is the GOAT List calculated?
The GOAT List ranks every contender in Game Consoles by Goatscore: the percentage of head-to-head GoatWars battles they have won, as voted by fans.
How many votes is this ranking based on?
This GOAT List is based on 1,174 fan votes in head-to-head battles, as of October 28, 2026.
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