Sniper Elite 5 is far from its predecessor, but tops the list of best-selling games in the UK

PS5-exclusive games continue to perform well in the physical market, thanks to increased console stock.

There have been no major surprises at the peak of sales in the UK in recent weeks. Increasing stock of PS5 has pushed Sony exclusives into the top 10 when we have the latest data, but physical market I miss new releases.

Thanks to the Gaming Industry, we have new data on the bestsellers in British stores and Sniper Elite 5 has taken on the role of the new version. sold 64% less than the previous installment, went on sale in February 2017 and launched in its early days. But it should be noted that digital sales do not count, which would be a good bite.

Sold 64% fewer physicals than Sniper Elite 4Physically, the PlayStation version of the sniper game is by far the most successful, occupying most of the market and leaving the market. Only 8% for XboxThat’s understandable given that Sniper Elite 5 is unlocked at launch on Xbox Game Pass, Microsoft’s subscription service for PC and consoles.

For the rest, Horizon: Forbidden West remains at the top, dropping to second place in the rankings. Increased availability of PlayStation 5 in storesSomething that is reflected in other heroes of the class, such as Gran Turismo 7. Nintendo is still satisfied with the performance of Nintendo Switch Sports, which did not come off the podium.

UK bestsellers of the week

With Sniper Elite 5, Rebellion aims to continue to develop a traditionally effective formula thanks, among other things, to the amazing nature of death cameras. available at: PC, PS4, PS5, Xbox One and Xbox Series X|SAlthough the version of the Epic Games Store for computers suffered some glitches and was not available at launch.

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