This is an important generation of video games for Sony and Microsoft, and it could define the future of both companies. Thus, the success of their consoles is something that many are interested in and A new report reveals how PlayStation 5 And nearly four years after the launch of the Xbox Series X|S.
According to official data from Circana analyst Matt Piscatella, by the end of May 2024, PlayStation 5 is outselling PS4 by 8% 43 months after launch. On the other hand, Xbox Series X|S is 13% ahead of Xbox One in sales during the same period. As if that wasn’t enough, Microsoft’s new console is also behind what was seen in the Xbox 360 generation.
Although percentages were given, Circan’s data did not give specific unit totals for the PS5 and Xbox Series X|S. Fortunately, Vizichartz notes that, as of June 1, 2024, The PlayStation 5 sold 58.78 million units, while the Xbox Series X|S reached 28.74 million.
We can only wait for the company to share the official information. Let us remember that Sony still provides this information quarterly. However, Microsoft stopped providing these details. On a related note, a new problem arises with Xbox games. Likewise, this is why some games run better on PS5.
Author’s Note:
It is a very interesting market. This generation can mark the before and after of Sony and Microsoft, and console sales make it clear that each company’s plans go in different directions and have negative and positive points.
Through: Matt Piscatella
