PlayStation 5 has become Sony's most profitable console, and exclusives will continue to be released on PC

May 30, 2024, 09:35 AM NDRoyal

Sony held a business presentation for investors where it revealed many interesting details, including game sales and future plans.

PS5 has become the most profitable PlayStation generation. Total revenue has already approached PS4's seven-year figures;
Compared to PS4, premium game sales have decreased by 12%, but interest in add-ons and microtransactions has increased by 176%;
The number of PS Plus subscriptions has increased by 57%. 35% of subscribers have switched to more expensive plans;
PS4 accounts for half (49 million) of all active PlayStation consoles per month. Meanwhile, PS5 owners play more frequently;
Marvel's Spider-Man 2 has sold over 11 million copies (PS5). Helldivers 2 sales have exceeded 12 million copies (PC and PS5);
Sony has once again confirmed that it will continue to release games on PC. Service titles will be released simultaneously on all platforms, while story-driven projects will come out a couple of years later. The idea is for gamers to play the game on PC and then buy a PS5 for the sequel;
The Bungie studio is almost fully integrated into Sony's business processes. The company expects significant revenue from Destiny 2: The Final Shape and Marathon in the future.

The company did not mention the improved PS5 Pro console. According to rumors, sales will start at the end of 2024.

Comments 0