In recent weeks, Sony has raised prices on the PS5, its accessories, and PlayStation Plus subscriptions. While it’s still too early to tell whether this will impact sales, there seems to be a trend in one particular country.
Indeed, Christopher Dring of The Game Business revealed on X that PS5 sales plummeted by 50% in May 2026 in the UK. Sony’s console outsold the Xbox Series X|S by just 400 units during this period. Microsoft’s consoles, meanwhile, saw a 12% increase, likely driven by the release of Forza Horizon 6.
Finally, the Switch 2 maintained its spot at the top of the rankings.
It’s interesting to see how price changes can impact sales trends. The gaming market is always shifting, and it will be curious to see how Sony responds to this situation. Looking forward to seeing what happens next!