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PlayStation 5 Hits 65 Million Units Sold Worldwide

Sony reports record earnings as console supply constraints ease and software attachment rates skyrocket.

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TheGamerX StaffMay 6, 2026
PlayStation 5 Hits 65 Million Units Sold Worldwide

PlayStation 5 Surpasses Major Hardware Milestone

Sony Interactive Entertainment has officially announced that the PlayStation 5 has surpassed 65 million units shipped globally. Strong holiday demand, marquee first-party exclusives, and the arrival of the PlayStation 5 Pro have reinforced Sony's dominant market position in the current console generation.

Financial Highlights

  • Software Momentum: Digital game purchases accounted for over 72% of total software sales.
  • PlayStation Network Engagement: Monthly active users reached an all-time peak of 123 million accounts.
  • Hardware Production: Supply chain bottlenecks have fully stabilized across North America, Europe, and Asia.
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