Sony Confirms: The PS5 Has Officially Taken the Crown from the PS4!
During a recent presentation, Sony announced a major milestone for the PlayStation world. In terms of monthly active users, the PlayStation 5 has now officially surpassed its legendary older brother, the PlayStation 4. This development shows that the new-gen console has finally hit the mainstream and that a majority of players have made the switch.
Looking at the numbers, the PlayStation Network boasts a total of 124 million monthly active users, and the biggest slice of that pie now belongs to PS5 players. This isn’t just a victory in user count; it’s also a financial success. According to information shared in the presentation, PS5 players are spending significantly more money compared to PS4 players.
- Per-Player Spending (PS5): $846
- Per-Player Spending (PS4): $669
This gap comes primarily from digital game sales, add-on content, and service subscriptions like PlayStation Plus. Sony attributes this to the fact that the PS5 era is already the most profitable generation in PlayStation’s history.
What’s the Secret to This Success?
The biggest factor behind Sony’s momentum seems to be its two-pronged gaming strategy:
- Blockbuster Single-Player Games: Following huge successes like Spider-Man 2, upcoming titles like Ghost of Yotei and Wolverine continue to draw players to the console.
- Live Service Games: The incredible success of Helldivers 2 proved Sony’s potential in this space. They’re set to strengthen their presence with upcoming games like Marathon and Fairgames.
In short, the PS5 generation is now full steam ahead. Having hit the top in terms of both player count and profitability, it looks like Sony is ready to shift into a higher gear and keep the momentum going.