Console sales are increasing as new game releases hit the market. The PlayStation 5 is the fastest-selling console in U.S. history, with over 10 million units sold worldwide, while the Xbox Series X and S have reportedly been successful since their release. The Nintendo Switch continues to sell well, with over 84 million units sold worldwide. The success of console sales can be attributed to new game releases, such as “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” and “Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart” for the PlayStation 5, “Halo Infinite” and “Forza Horizon 5” for the Xbox Series X and S, and “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” and “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe” for the Nintendo Switch. Future console sales look bright with upcoming game releases such as “Deathloop” and “Halo Infinite,” as well as a new OLED model of the Switch in October 2021.
Console sales continue to soar with new releases
Console sales are on the rise yet again as new releases hit the market.
PlayStation 5 leads the way
The PlayStation 5 has been a hot commodity since its release in November 2020. According to market research company NPD Group, the PlayStation 5 is the fastest-selling console in U.S. history. Sony has reported that over 10 million units have been sold worldwide as of July 18, 2021.
Xbox Series X and S also successful
The Xbox Series X and S, which were released at the same time as the PlayStation 5, have also been successful. Microsoft has not released official sales numbers for the consoles, but reports suggest that they are selling well. In June 2021, Microsoft announced that they had shipped over 6 million Xbox Series X and S consoles worldwide.
Nintendo Switch continues to sell well
The Nintendo Switch, which was released in March 2017, has continued to sell well. In May 2021, Nintendo reported that they had sold over 84 million Switch consoles worldwide. The success of the console is due in part to the release of popular games such as “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” and “Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury.”
New game releases driving sales
The success of console sales can also be attributed to the release of new games. In November 2020, “Spider-Man: Miles Morales” was released for the PlayStation 5 and PlayStation 4, which helped drive sales for the new console. In June 2021, “Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart” was released for the PlayStation 5, which also boosted sales for the console.
The Xbox Series X and S have also had successful game releases, such as “Halo Infinite” and “Forza Horizon 5.” In addition, the Nintendo Switch has had successful game releases, such as “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild” and “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.”
Future of console sales
The future of console sales looks bright, as more new game releases are on the horizon. In September 2021, “Deathloop” will be released for the PlayStation 5 and PC, which is highly anticipated. In addition, “Halo Infinite” will be released for the Xbox Series X and S in December 2021. Nintendo has also announced that they will be releasing a new OLED model of the Switch in October 2021.
Console sales are expected to continue to increase as more new games are released and as the holiday shopping season approaches.