UPDATE: Sony’s latest financial results reveal that the PlayStation 5 has achieved a remarkable 84.2 million unit sales since its launch. The console sold 3.9 million units in the last quarter, ending September 30, 2025. This surge places the PS5 just under 2 million units behind the PlayStation 4, which has lifetime sales of 86 million units.
As the PS5 approaches its fifth anniversary, the console’s sales momentum is undeniable. Despite recent price increases, it has officially surpassed the PlayStation 3 in total sales in the US, showcasing its strong market position.
In its report for the first half of the fiscal year, Sony’s Game & Network Services division indicated substantial revenue growth. The latest figures highlight that PS5 sales have surged from 80.3 million units earlier this year, reflecting a consistent demand among gamers.
Additionally, monthly active users for PlayStation Plus have climbed from 116 million to 119 million. During the second quarter of 2025, a total of 80.3 million pieces of software were sold across both the PS5 and PS4, a significant increase from 77.7 million reported the same time last year. This includes 6.3 million first-party titles, with standout games like Ghost of Yotei, which sold 3.3 million copies in its debut month.
With the holiday season approaching, analysts predict that both hardware and software sales will experience an additional boost. Many industry experts believe the PS5 has a strong chance of surpassing the PS4’s lifetime sales in the coming weeks.
As gamers eagerly await upcoming titles and holiday deals, the battle for console supremacy intensifies. The sales figures from Sony’s latest report not only underscore the PS5’s popularity but also highlight the competitive gaming landscape, with the Nintendo Switch 2 also breaking records by selling 5.54 million units in its first quarter.
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