Overview

• Jim Ryan, retiring CEO of Sony Interactive Entertainment, claims PlayStation 2 sales have reached 160 million units, surpassing the previously reported figure of 155 million.
• The statement has sparked controversy among fans, with accusations of exaggeration to prevent the Nintendo Switch from surpassing the PS2's sales record.
• Analyst Daniel Ahmad supports Ryan's claim, suggesting PS2 sales could have crossed 159 million based on fiscal year 2012-2013 shipments.
• Sony has not officially updated the sales figure since reporting over 155 million units sold as of March 31, 2012.
• Ryan's departure marks the end of an era for Sony, as he retires after more than three decades with the company.