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PS5 Pro Sales Slow Compared to PS4 Pro

Is the PS5 Pro struggling to keep up with its predecessor? According to recent reports, the answer might be yes.

Slower Sales Pace for PS5 Pro

Games industry analyst Mat Piscatella, using Circana data, suggests that US sales of the PS5 Pro have “fallen behind” those of the PS4 Pro. While the console had a good start, January 2025 saw a significant dip in hardware spending compared to the previous year.

Industry-Wide Slowdown

It’s not just the PS5 Pro that’s feeling the pinch. Piscatella notes “double-digit percentage declines” across all major console platforms, including PS5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch, compared to last year. However, the decline in Switch sales may be linked to anticipation for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.

PS5 Sales Milestone, But Pro Data Remains Hidden

Earlier, Sony announced that total PS5 console sales have reached 75 million units, close to the PS4’s sales at the same point in its lifecycle. However, Sony didn’t break down sales figures between the standard PS5 and the PS5 Pro. This lack of transparency makes it difficult to judge the impact of the Pro version’s higher price.

Here are key things to consider:

What About UK/Europe Sales?

Currently, there’s no comparable sales data available for the PS5 Pro in the UK or Europe. Back in November, Sony stated that the PS5 Pro’s price had not negatively affected sales, despite comments about