Sony Revamps PS4, PS5 Sales Data: VR’s Rise

Sony Revise Software Sales Figures to Include Download-Only Titles and VR Games, Marking a New Chapter in the Gaming Industry

In a significant shift, Sony has revised its software unit sales figures for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 to incorporate download-only titles and PlayStation VR games. These revisions, affecting previously disclosed figures at the Q1 FY20 and Q4 FY20 earnings announcements, mark a new chapter in the gaming industry. The revised figures highlight the growing popularity of download-only titles and the burgeoning world of virtual reality gaming. With about 70 titles currently available and over 500 in development, the PlayStation VR2 headset is leading the charge in this fast-growing sector.