PS5 Sales Hit 92.2 Million Units; Ghost of Yōtei Surpasses Tsushima’s Launch Sales

Sony’s Financial Update: PS5 Unit Shipments and Game Sales Insights

Sony has recently released its quarterly financial report, showcasing that total shipments for the PlayStation 5 have reached 92.2 million units. This figure marks an increase from the 84.2 million units reported in the last quarter. However, the sales figures reveal that 8 million PS5 consoles were sold during fiscal Q3, representing a notable decline of 15.8% compared to the same period in 2024.

While the drop in sales is substantial, it has been somewhat mitigated by slightly improved PS5 shipments in the earlier quarters of 2025 compared to the previous year. For the fiscal year 2024, Sony reported shipments of 15.7 million units by Q3, while this year, sales have totaled 14.4 million units, reflecting a decrease of 8.3%.

Comparative Analysis: PS5 vs. PS4 Performance

Despite the downturn in sales, the cumulative shipments of the PS5 are closely aligning with those of the PlayStation 4 at a similar point in its lifecycle. The PS4 managed to sell 94.4 million units, although it did not face the same level of challenges as the PS5. The current console has been affected by significant supply chain issues, such as the semiconductor shortage and ongoing RAM shortages.

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Positive Indicators in Game Software Sales

On a lighter note for Sony’s gaming division, full game software sales have increased to 97.2 million units, marking a 1.4% rise compared to last year. This boost is primarily attributed to strong first-party titles, which accounted for 13.2 million units sold in the recent quarter, an impressive 13.8% growth from 11.6 million units in 2024.

The standout title propelling these figures is Ghost of Yōtei, developed by Sucker Punch Productions. This title has emerged as the leading PS5 exclusive game for fiscal year 2025. During the FY2025 Q3 earnings call, Sony’s Chief Financial Officer, Lin Tao, revealed that Ghost of Yōtei has surpassed the sales of its predecessor, Ghost of Tsushima, when analyzed against their respective launch timelines.

Looking Ahead: Future Releases and Expectations

Looking to the future, Sucker Punch is expected to launch the Legends online co-op mode in 2026. There is also speculation surrounding a potential simultaneous release of the Legends mode and the game’s introduction to PC, although the details remain unconfirmed at this stage.

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