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The original PlayStation debuted in North America on September 9, 1995, marking Sony's entry into the home video game console market. This fifth-generation console utilized CD-ROM technology for gaming, which allowed for larger and more detailed games compared to some competing cartridge-based systems. It achieved significant commercial success, eventually becoming the first console to sell over 100 million units worldwide.
The PlayStation brand continued its expansion in the United States with subsequent console releases, including the PlayStation 2 on October 26, 2000, the PlayStation 3 on November 17, 2006, the PlayStation 4 on November 15, 2013, and the PlayStation 5 on November 12, 2020. Each generation introduced hardware advancements and new gaming experiences. As of July 31, 2026, the PlayStation 5 had sold 95.3 million units globally. The collective sales of PlayStation consoles have surpassed 563.2 million units worldwide as of Q2 2022, demonstrating its presence in the gaming industry.
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