Analyst at Circana
New Circana data reveals just seven PlayStation titles have sold over 100,000 physical copies in the US this year, with only two breaking 10,000 units in a single week. The numbers arrive as Sony faces sustained backlash over its plan to end disc production by January 2028.
Analysts predict gaming hardware prices will continue to rise until at least 2027 due to a RAM crisis, global inflation, and geopolitical turmoil. The cost of consoles and gaming PCs is expected to increase, with no definitive price ceiling in sight. This trend may push budget gamers towards subscriptions, cloud gaming, and mobile options.
Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 7 million copies in just two months, becoming the fastest-selling game in the franchise's history.
Marathon finished fourth in Circana’s March U.S. sales charts, a solid launch-month showing for Bungie’s shooter.
PS5 sales in the US have soared as consumers rush to buy before price hikes. The base model now retails for $649.99.
Despite recent challenges, Xbox Series X/S continues to perform well in lifetime sales, with growth in Xbox Game Pass and a promising future ahead.
Elden Ring climbs back to the top of the sales charts in June 2024, driven by the success of its Shadow of the Erdtree expansion. Discover the details here.
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