Something that has been clear throughout video game history is that even numbers are synonymous with success for Sony, since PS2 and PS4 From independent experiences to huge AAA exclusives for the platform, they remain their highest rated console due to the sheer number of titles they have. Evidence of this is a new report that shows the longevity that past generations still have in terms of software distribution in physical stores.
As mentioned, at least with the market Europeanit is 2023 It is physical play that has been recorded PlayStation 4 who sold more than them xbox series x, Although this last brand is already a new generation, with games that don’t even appear in the previous one. But something that is a fact is that it should not be surprising because the region is always supportive sonyThis has been happening right since the first PS was introduced in these lands.
And of course, at the moment there are just over 120 million of these consoles in the world with their respective owners, which is why the games are going to sell more and we must not forget that at the moment the platforms Microsoft They are already seen as mostly digital, more so due to implementation game pass. Back that up with console news Xbox They haven’t grown much in the past few months, even during the December holiday season.
For its part, it has another point in favor of that play station In fighting, many games keep coming out for your previous devices, we can take as an example Street Fighter VI and Resident Evil 4 remakeswhich did not come out Xbox One For some reason. Actually, also collection Mega Man Battle Network make an appearance with sony and with Nintendo but no MicrosoftSo it was clear that surpassing physical sales would not pose any kind of problem.
With all the information in mind, it’s possible that you have a lost generation, so planning for the next one is a consideration. Ultimately they have to be at least on the same level as their rivals.
Through: Game Industry Biz
Editor’s note: It’s clear that there were some copies that would be distributed more, and the factor that hurts the most but benefits Xbox is Game Pass, because yes, there are many subscriptions by players, but the same thing makes them not buy games and they Wants to wait till joining service.
