Sony sells 2.6 million PS5s as lifetime total reaches 97.9 million
Sony also raised its software sales forecast, citing first- and third-party titles including Grand Theft Auto VI.
Sony sold 2.6 million PlayStation 5 consoles in the quarter ended September 30, 2026, bringing lifetime sales of the console to 97.9 million units, according to GameSpot.
The company said it expects first- and third-party game sales to rise and has raised its forecast, pointing to Grand Theft Auto VI among the titles behind the outlook. Monthly active users on PS5 peaked at 127 million in September.
Sony also said development of its next PlayStation console is making solid progress and that it will be announced at an appropriate time.
Behind the PS4 pace
The PS4 had shipped 103.0 million units at the same point in its lifecycle, according to GameSpot. The PS5 has only become more expensive since launch, following the global components shortage and surging memory prices.
Quick answers
How many PS5 consoles has Sony sold in total?
Sony reported lifetime PS5 sales of 97.9 million units after selling 2.6 million in the quarter ended September 30, 2026.
Is Sony making a new PlayStation console?
Sony says development of its next PlayStation console is making solid progress and that it will be announced at an appropriate time.