PS5 Sales Reportedly Rise 22% After Tough September
PlayStation's console rebounded in sales after a difficult month that included the cancellation of Physint, according to Push Square.
PS5 sales reportedly rose 22% following a difficult September 2026 for PlayStation, according to Push Square. The outlet reported the increase in console sales after a month in which the platform faced several setbacks.
September 2026 was a widely publicised stretch for PlayStation. The company ran a "blackout" campaign, saw the cancellation of Physint and its subsequent adoption by Xbox, faced a poorly received State of Play presentation, and dealt with lower than expected reviews for Marvel's Wolverine.
Push Square's report frames the 22% sales increase as a rebound from that period. The report did not specify the period over which the rise was measured or provide a baseline figure.
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Quick answers
How much did PS5 sales rise?
PS5 sales reportedly rose 22%, according to Push Square.
What happened to PlayStation in September 2026?
The month included a "blackout" campaign, the cancellation of Physint and its adoption by Xbox, a poorly received State of Play, and lower than expected reviews for Marvel's Wolverine.