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Did this week's PlayStation State of Play host the largest number of games running on PS5 Pro? Not technically, but close
This analysis examines the presence of PlayStation 5 Pro footage in Sony's State of Play presentations since the console's announcement. While initial reveals lacked Pro-specific content, recent showcases have increasingly featured 'Captured on PS5 Pro' branding, with the February 2025 State of Play highlighting eight titles. The article discusses the PS5 Pro's perceived muted reception compared to the PS4 Pro and speculates on Sony's strategy for the hardware amidst rising consumer electronics prices and potential next-generation console delays.
(For Southeast Asia) PlayStation Store: May 2026’s top downloads
PlayStation Store has revealed the top downloaded games for May 2026 across PS5, PS4, and PS VR2. In Asia, '007 First Light' led the PS5 charts, while 'NTE: Neverness to Everness' topped the Free to Play charts.
Famitsu software sales (5/25/26 – 5/31/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of May 25-31. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts, followed by 007 First Light and Pokemon Pokopia on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. The data includes sales figures for the top 30 best-selling games across various platforms.
Not sure what to play next? Ghost of Yotei just dropped to a record-low and there's more PS5 game deals where it…
Several PlayStation 5 games are currently available at discounted prices, with Ghost of Yotei hitting a record low of $49.99 at Amazon. Other notable deals include Death Stranding 2 for $39.99 and Ghost of Tsushima for $30 off. The article also mentions upcoming Prime Day deals and provides links to guides for PS5 accessories.
PlayStation’s First-Party Game Sales Have Been On Decline Since 2020, Data Shows
Data indicates that Sony's first-party game sales have been in a steady decline since the 2020 financial year, falling from 58.4 million units to 28.9 million in 2024, with a slight increase to 32.1 million in 2025. This trend coincides with challenges in the company's live-service game strategy and long development cycles for major titles, despite recent successes like Helldivers 2.
PlayStation first-party game sales show a decline since 2020
Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have seen a consistent decline since 2020, dropping from 58.4 million units in FY2020 to 28.9 million in FY2024, with a slight increase to 32.1 million in FY2025. This trend coincides with the launch of the PlayStation 5 and the performance of titles like The Last of Us Part II and Ghost of Tsushima, while more recent releases like Astro Bot and Concord have had mixed results. Hardware sales for the PlayStation 5 have also decreased year-on-year.
PlayStation first-party sales see modest rebound after half-decade decline
PlayStation first-party game sales saw a modest increase to 32.1 million copies in FY2025, the first upturn in five years, following a significant decline since a peak in 2020-2021. This growth is attributed partly to the release of Ghost of Yōtei, while the overall decline was linked to inconsistent studio output and lengthy development cycles. Sony has also reportedly scaled back on releasing PS5 exclusives for PC, fearing it could damage the console's brand.
PlayStation first-party game sales drop by 50% since 2020
Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have dropped by approximately 50% since their FY2020 peak, reaching a low of 28.9 million units in FY2024. While overall PlayStation software sales remain stable, this decline in exclusive titles suggests issues with output volume and fewer major hits, despite Sony's expansion into multi-platform releases and live-service experiments.
PS5 first-party game sales have been dropping for the last six years
Sony's first-party game sales on PlayStation 5 have seen a consistent decline over the past six years, despite strong console sales. This trend is attributed to a reduced output of major exclusive titles and a shift towards live service games, which has impacted overall sales figures compared to previous years.
PlayStation First-Party Game Sales Fell to 32 Million Copies in FY 2025
Sony's first-party PlayStation game sales have declined significantly, reaching 32.1 million copies in FY 2025, down from 58.4 million in FY 2020. This trend, despite critically acclaimed releases like Astro Bot, may be influenced by the end of pandemic-driven sales boosts and a shift away from PC releases for single-player titles. Sony is also facing increased development costs and has scaled back live-service ambitions, potentially needing to focus on releasing more games to reverse the sales downturn.
With PC Ports Scrapped, Sony Brings Back 'Only on PS5' Disclaimer
Sony has reinstated the 'Only on PS5' disclaimer, notably for Ghost of Yotei, amidst reports of cancelled first-party PC ports. This move, confirmed by Jason Schreier, suggests a potential shift away from PC releases for some of their titles, despite the PS5 monitor's compatibility with PCs.
UK Charts: 007 First Light Leaves The Competition Shaken
007 First Light debuted at number one on the UK physical sales charts, pushing LEGO Batman: Legacy of the Dark Knight to second place. Several other titles saw significant movement, with Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream falling out of the top 40 entirely.
Ghost of Yotei and Ghost of Tsushima Hit All-Time Lows for PlayStation's Days of Play Sale
During PlayStation's Days of Play sale event, both Ghost of Yotei and Ghost of Tsushima have received significant price reductions. Ghost of Yotei is now available for $49, while Ghost of Tsushima has been discounted to $29.
Days of Play Sale 2026 Features Discounts on Hardware and Games in the Philippines - GameHaunt
Sony's annual Days of Play sale is live from May 27 to June 10, 2026, offering discounts on PlayStation hardware and games in the Philippines and Southeast Asia. The PlayStation VR2 headset sees a significant price drop, and select first-party titles are available at historic lows. Notably, there are no discounts on PlayStation 5 consoles this year, a departure from previous sales.
Daily Video Game Deals May 28 – Potion Permit Complete Edition, Tekken 8, Helldivers 2, Blood & Truth, Demon’s Souls & More
Daily video game deals for May 28th include discounts on Potion Permit Complete Edition, Tekken 8, Helldivers 2, Blood & Truth, and Demon's Souls. These deals are available across PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X/S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC platforms.
Grab Physical PS5 Games For Up To 60% Off During PlayStation’s Days Of Play Sale
Sony's annual Days of Play sale has begun, offering discounts of up to 60% on physical PlayStation 5 games and accessories until June 11. While consoles are not discounted, notable deals include collector's editions of Death Stranding 2: On the Beach and Ghost of Yotei, alongside popular titles like Returnal, The Last of Us Part I, and Marvel's Spider-Man 2.
PS5 Days of Play sale is live now – here are the best UK discounts
Sony's annual Days of Play sale is now live, offering discounts of up to 75% on PlayStation 5 games and PlayStation Plus subscriptions in the UK. While consoles are not discounted, deals are available on the PlayStation VR2 headset, DualSense controllers, and various accessories. Hundreds of PS5 and PS4 games are also on sale, with notable discounts on titles like Red Dead Redemption 2 and The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt.
PlayStation's Days of Play sale is holding back on the one discount everyone's been hoping for
Sony's annual Days of Play sale has begun, but it notably lacks discounts on new PlayStation 5 consoles, which recently saw a price increase. Instead, the sale focuses on accessories like DualSense controllers and the PlayStation VR2, alongside discounts on select games and PlayStation Plus subscriptions. The article suggests that certified refurbished PS5 models offer better value than new consoles during this period.
(For Southeast Asia) Days of Play 2026 begins May 27
Sony Interactive Entertainment's Days of Play 2026 event begins May 27 and runs through June 10, offering discounts on PlayStation games, accessories, and PlayStation Plus memberships. The promotion includes new monthly games for PlayStation Plus subscribers, exclusive in-game packs, game trials, and sales on select PS5 titles and hardware like the PlayStation VR2.
PS Store Days of Play Sale Live Now with 2,000+ PS5 Game Deals
Sony's Days of Play sale is now live on the PlayStation Store, featuring discounts on over 2,000 PS5 and PS4 games until June 10th. Notable deals include Resident Evil 4 at 75% off and Ghost of Yotei with a 25% discount. The sale is available in the UK and Europe, with the USA to follow later.
