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Famitsu sales (4/6/26 – 4/12/26) – Nintendo Switch 2 leads hardware sales
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu for the week of April 6-12, 2026, shows the Nintendo Switch 2 leading with 52,058 units sold. Software charts are topped by 'Pokemon Pokopia' on the Switch 2, followed by 'Mario Kart World' and 'Starfield' on PlayStation 5.
PS5 Prices Jump Tomorrow, This Is Your Last Chance to Get a Deal Before the Increase
Sony is increasing the prices of all PlayStation 5 models starting April 2nd. The PS5 will rise from $549.99 to $649.99, the Digital Edition from $499.99 to $599.99, and the PS5 Pro from $749.99 to $899.99. Retailers are offering deals on consoles and bundles before the price hike takes effect.
PS5 Prices Jump 2nd April, Grab These Deals to Beat the Increase
Sony is increasing the prices of all PlayStation 5 models starting April 2nd, with the standard console rising to $649.99 and the Digital Edition to $599.99. The PS5 Pro will also see a price hike to $899.99. The article provides a guide to current deals and bundles available before the price increase takes effect.
The PS5 is increasing in price yet again. So, what’s going on with all these price hikes in gaming?
Sony has announced another price increase for the PlayStation 5, PlayStation 5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal in several global markets, citing economic pressures and the need to deliver high-quality gaming experiences. This follows previous price hikes for PlayStation and Xbox consoles, with factors like inflation, increased tariffs, and the demand for AI-powered hardware contributing to rising costs across the tech industry.
Sony confirms PS5 hardware is about to become even more expensive
Sony is increasing the recommended retail price for its PlayStation hardware globally, effective April 2, 2026, citing ongoing economic pressures. The PlayStation 5, Digital Edition, and Pro models will see price hikes of $100 and $150 respectively in the U.S., with the PlayStation Portal also affected. This follows a previous price adjustment in August 2025 and impacts hardware manufacturers worldwide facing tariffs and component shortages.
Famitsu Sales: 3/16/26 – 3/22/26 Pokopia remains on top while Crimson Desert opens at 31,108.
The latest Famitsu sales charts for the week of March 16-22, 2026, show Pokemon Pokopia remaining at the top. Crimson Desert debuted at number two with 31,108 units sold on PlayStation 5, while Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales.
PS5, PS5 Pro and PlayStation Portal Prices Increasing Worldwide on April 2nd
Sony Interactive Entertainment is increasing the prices of the PlayStation 5 console, PlayStation 5 Digital Edition, PlayStation 5 Pro, and PlayStation Portal worldwide starting April 2nd. The price hikes are attributed to ongoing global economic pressures and aim to support the delivery of high-quality gaming experiences. This follows previous price adjustments in various regions due to inflation.
Famitsu sales (3/16/26 – 3/22/26) – Pokemon Pokopia continues domination
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of March 16-22. Pokemon Pokopia continues its strong performance, topping the software charts. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform, followed by the PlayStation 5 and its variants.
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Pokémon Pokopia topped the software sales charts in its debut week with 541,371 units sold on the Nintendo Switch. Hardware sales were led by the Nintendo Switch, followed by the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition and Nintendo Switch Lite.
[Weekly Software & Hardware Sales] "Pokemon Pokopia" with over 2.2 million units sold worldwide
Pokémon Pokopia led worldwide software sales with over 2.2 million units sold. The Nintendo Switch family of consoles dominated hardware sales, with the standard Switch model selling over 127,000 units. PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series consoles also appeared in the hardware charts.
Famitsu sales (3/2/26 – 3/8/26) – first week sales revealed for Pokemon Pokopia
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of March 2nd to March 8th, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia debuted at the top of the software charts with over 541,000 units sold on the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 also led hardware sales, followed by the Nintendo Switch OLED model.
Tokyo Xtreme Racer Review (PS5) - Impulse Gamer
This review covers Tokyo Xtreme Racer for the PlayStation 5, noting its release alongside strong sales figures for various Nintendo Switch and PlayStation consoles. The article also details software sales for new releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Mario Tennis Fever.
PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store's top downloads for February 2026 show Resident Evil Requiem leading sales on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The article also details hardware sales figures for various consoles, with the Nintendo Switch family of consoles dominating overall unit sales.
Nintendo Switch 2 price leak says it'll cost $400, which is far too high
A leak suggests the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 could launch with a $400 price tag, sparking debate among fans about its affordability compared to competitors like the Xbox Series S and PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. While some reports indicate a lower price, potential hardware upgrades like an OLED screen and new Joy-Cons could justify a higher cost.
