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After Sony said that the stock issues are resolved, PS5 sales skyrocketed in Japan

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The PS5’s performance in Japan was notable for a time, but after claiming to have fixed the system’s supply problems, the console has recently taken off. To be clear, it is not even up for discussion. It is still a million miles away from the vastly superior Nintendo Switch. However, it’s doing a helluva lot better, and that’s worth mentioning.

Over 70,000 new-generation consoles were sold to consumers by the PlayStation manufacturer between December 12 and December 18, which is a commendable amount. Sony is still well behind Nintendo in terms of sales of Switch units (about 170,000 were sold), so this is not the complete butt-stomping we’ve grown accustomed to.

Software sales appear to be increasing as well. For instance, with 54,522 units sold, Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion, the week’s major new release, had the best sales performance on the PS5. The PS4 edition sold 53,481 units, while the Switch port managed 48,527 sales, making all three versions of the game successful, in our opinion.

Sony recently stated that it has fixed the PS5’s stock concerns and will boost supplies to its home country of Japan. Numbers clearly reflect this, and it’s encouraging to see the platform owner recently experiencing a little bit more success in its own market. Let’s hope it can continue to provide these figures in the future.

Software Sales

  1. [NSW] Pokemon Scarlet / Pokemon Violet (The Pokemon Company, 11/18/22) – 260,784 (3,963,266)
  2. [NSW] Splatoon 3 (Nintendo, 09/09/22) – 68,927 (3,566,641)
  3. [PS5] Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion (Square Enix, 12/13/22) – 54,522 (New)
  4. [PS4] Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion (Square Enix, 12/13/22) – 53,481 (New)
  5. [NSW] Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII Reunion (Square Enix, 12/13/22) – 48,527 (New)
  6. [NSW] Nintendo Switch Sports (Nintendo, 04/29/22) – 33,006 (843,257)
  7. [NSW] Dragon Quest Treasures (Square Enix, 12/09/22) – 31,656 (175,306)
  8. [NSW] Minecraft (Microsoft, 06/21/18) – 23,343 (2,922,071)
  9. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo, 04/28/17) – 22,740 (4,972,488)
  10. [NSW] Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (Nintendo, 09/09/22) – 15,060 (46,173)
  11. [NSW] Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Nintendo, 12/07/18) – 12,598 (5,043,043)
  12. [PS5] Horizon Forbidden West (SIE, 02/18/22) – 12,092 (130,031)
  13. [NSW] Taiko no Tatsujin: Rhythm Festival (Bandai Namco, 09/22/22) – 11,522 (95,086)
  14. [NSW] Mario Party Superstars (Nintendo, 10/29/21) – 11,231 (1,092,131)
  15. [NSW] Ishu Saikyou Ou Zukan: Battle Colosseum (Nippon Columbia, 12/15/22) – 11,201 (New)
  16. [NSW] Kirby and the Forgotten Land (Nintendo, 03/25/22) – 11,124 (949,632)
  17. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo, 03/20/20) – 10,142 (7,377,389)
  18. [NSW] Ace Angler: Fishing Spirits (Bandai Namco, 10/27/22) – 9,485 (64,150)
  19. [NSW] Momotaro Dentetsu: Showa, Heisei, Reiwa mo Teiban! (Konami, 11/19/20) – 9,348 (2,762,507)
  20. [NSW] FIFA 23 Legacy Edition (EA, 09/30/22) – 8,011 (50,742)
  21. [PS5] Gran Turismo 7 (SIE, 03/04/22) – 7,864 (206,233)
  22. [NSW] Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury (Nintendo, 02/12/21) – 4,724 (1,099,254)
  23. [NSW] Dragon Quest X: Rise of the Five Tribes Offline (Square Enix, 09/15/22) – 4,463 (245,782)
  24. [NSW] Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (Nintendo, 06/05/20) – 4,425 (1,046,047)
  25. [NSW] Ring Fit Adventure (Nintendo, 10/18/19) – 4,250 (3,312,038)
  26. [NSW] The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (Nintendo, 03/03/17) – 3,941 (2,107,932)
  27. [NSW] One Piece: Pirate Warriors 4 (Bandai Namco, 03/26/20) – 3,853 (181,216)
  28. [NSW] Puyo Puyo Tetris 2 Special Price (SEGA, 11/17/22) – 3,561 (13,233)
  29. [NSW] Sonic Frontiers (SEGA, 11/08/22) – 3,940 (45,761)
  30. [NSW] Super Mario Maker 2 (Nintendo, 06/28/19) – 3,372 (1,258,486)

Hardware Sales

  1. Switch OLED Model – 97,909 (3,488,037)
  2. PS5 – 64,420 (2,000,593)
  3. Switch – 47,125 (19,005,911)
  4. Switch Lite – 28,049 (5,066,543)
  5. PS5 Digital Edition – 6,076 (307,977)
  6. PS4 – 3,161 (7,838,883)
  7. Xbox Series S – 875 (225,206)
  8. New 2DS LL (including 2DS) – 48 (1,189,473)
  9. Xbox Series X – 35 (172,080)

 

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Helldivers 2 has quickly become one of Sony’s top-selling games in the US

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Helldivers 2 proved to be a surprising success, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the gaming industry. As per Circana analyst Mat Piscatella, it currently ranks as Sony’s seventh highest grossing game in the United States to date, trailing behind a trio of Spider-Man titles, a couple of God of War games, and Ghost of Tsushima. It’s only been on the market for less than three months and is not even being sold at full price.

According to Piscatella, a significant factor contributing to the game’s success is its release on PC. He mentioned that, based on Circana’s Player Engagement Tracker, the game has consistently ranked first in terms of active users on Steam in the US since its launch, including April. The release of Helldivers 2 on both PlayStation and PC has been an extraordinary triumph.

He stated that Helldivers 2 has already become the seventh highest-grossing Sony-published game in history. Without a PC, it would not currently be considered one of the top 20 games. While I’m emphasizing the success of the PC SKU, it’s important to note that I’m not disregarding the success of the PlayStation SKU. I just wanted to clarify that. This launch has proven to be incredibly successful.

Prior to the release of Helldivers 2, Sony made it clear that they would be launching their live service-style titles simultaneously on both the PS5 and PC. The success of this approach will undoubtedly strengthen their strategic vision. It will be intriguing to witness if the company reveals official sales figures in the near future, as the title appears to be one of the platform holder’s most successful sellers to date.

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The developer of Stellar Blade for the PS5 Expressing gratitude to the fans for their unwavering support amidst a recent controversy surrounding censorship

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Shift Up, the Korean developer, seems to be reconsidering its contentious alterations to the Stellar Blade outfit. In a message to fans, they have urged everyone to stay tuned for updates and expressed gratitude for the passionate feedback from players. For those who may not be aware, a petition gained significant attention over the weekend when gamers discovered changes made to a few of the game’s costumes through a day-one patch.

The launch day update includes a fantastic New Game + mode, but some players were disappointed by the changes made to protagonist Eve’s outfit. These alterations sparked debates about censorship. Director Hyung-Tae Kim later clarified that this was the studio’s original vision, but he acknowledged that it may require further persuasion to win over users. Internal discussions were also underway to address any concerns.

There is no definitive confirmation regarding the reversal of the outfits, but considering the language used in the statement and the widespread controversy surrounding the alterations, it is highly likely that a future patch will restore the original costumes. If you want to get a sneak peek at all of Eve’s different outfits and learn how to unlock them, be sure to take a look at our comprehensive guide, All Outfits and How to Get Them.

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Will Stellar Blade be available for PC?

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It’s quite possible. Fans all over the world are interested in Shift Up’s highly anticipated action-adventure game, Stellar Blade. With its captivating post-apocalyptic setting reminiscent of Nier and a compelling protagonist named Eve, it’s no wonder the game has generated such widespread attention.

The game consistently impresses with its stunning visuals and high-octane action, leaving players in awe with each new trailer.

Yet, just like other noteworthy second-party and third-party game releases, fans are pondering: Will Stellar Blade be available on PC?

In this article, we delve into the details to determine the platform availability of the highly anticipated title.

Will Stellar Blade be available on PC? Allow me to provide you with the answer.

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Unfortunately, Stellar Blade will not be available on PC, at least not initially. Currently, the game is only available on PlayStation 5 starting on April 26, 2024.

Regrettably, it appears that there is no indication of a potential PC release for Stellar Blade in the future. In most cases, trailers for PlayStation timed-exclusive titles conclude with a disclaimer that specifies the duration of their exclusivity.

In the Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth launch trailer, it is explicitly stated that the game will only be accessible on other platforms starting on May 29, 2024.

Regrettably, when it comes to the stellar blade, there is no indication of such.

It’s important to note that Sony Entertainment Interactive published Stellar Blade, unlike Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth. This means that the chances of it being released on PC or other platforms in the near future are even slimmer.

However, it is worth noting that there is a chance the game might be released on PC in the future, given PlayStation’s track record of bringing their exclusive titles to the platform. However, it could be a while before this comes to fruition.

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