Photo: Daniel Boczarski / WireImage (Getty Images) The ongoing battle between Sony’s PS5 and Microsoft’s Xbox Series X/S has tilted significantly in favor of the former. While Sony provides regular updates on sales figures, Microsoft has largely remained silent on this front. The latest statistics indicate that the PS5 is outselling the Xbox Series X/S at a ratio of 2:1. Microsoft’s decision to halt reporting hardware sales since 2016 has made it challenging to accurately assess the performance of Xbox consoles. During Microsoft’s recent struggles with the Activision Blizzard takeover, it was revealed that the PS4 outsold the Xbox at a ratio of 2:1. A newly published financial report offers insights into the current state of next-generation console sales. According to Take-Two Games’ Q3 financial report, approximately 77 million “Gen 9” consoles had been sold by December 2023. The term “Gen 9” encompasses the Xbox Series X/S and PS5. While Microsoft’s sales figures remain undisclosed, Sony disclosed in December 2023 that 50 million PS5 units had been sold to consumers. Given this, it’s reasonable to estimate that Xbox sales may total around 25 million units globally. This suggests that the PS5 has likely outsold the Xbox Series X/S by a 2:1 margin. The ongoing uncertainty surrounding the future of the Xbox brand, particularly in the wake of reports that major titles such as Starfield might also be available on the PS5, has created a stir within the gaming community. Many Xbox enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating an announcement from Xbox boss Phil Spencer to shed light on the future trajectory of the brand. The revelation of poor sales data for the Xbox is only adding to the concerns of fans, who are anxious about potential decisions Microsoft might make in relation to Sega, the abandonment of its consoles, and the cross-platform availability of its games. The upcoming week holds significant importance as people await insights into the future of Xbox.
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