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Today in History: PlayStation becomes first to sell 100 million units
12/3/2025
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- On December 3, 1994, Sony released the PlayStation, marking a significant milestone in gaming history as the first home video game console to ship 100 million units. Competing primarily with the Nintendo 64 and Sega Saturn, the PlayStation established itself as a dominant force in the fifth generation of video game consoles.
