PS5, Xbox Series X | S and Nintendo Switch they all set a remarkable record 41% forward leap in terms of Console sales in the UK in September 2022According to GfK data reported by GamesIndustry.biz.
Although the video game market continues to decline in absolute figures compared to the relevant periods of the previous year, in September 2022, especially the new consoles PS5 and Xbox Series X | S sales increased significantly. new trend given by the greater availability of units.
However, since there is an increase in the games sold compared to August, there is a significant growth from one month to the next, while a decrease can be seen when the months are compared to the previous year.
In any case, certain PS5 and Xbox Series X | It is clear that the trend for S is growing.
As announced yesterday, PS5 will become the best selling console in the UK in September 2022, while Xbox Series X | The S took second place, while the Nintendo Switch took third place. A total of 176,000 consoles were sold during the month in the UK: PS5 saw a 9% increase from August. Xbox Series X | S increased by 104% Thanks to a significant wave of consoles available, we’re especially imagining it regarding the X Series, which is the hardest to find on the market.
Nintendo Switch also saw a notable 44% increase with the release of Splatoon 3. Overall, the 41% increase compared to August shows a positive trend, but for now, total sales for 2022 are still 35.5% lower. when it comes to console hardware, that’s more than recorded in the UK in 2021 over the same period.
Source: Multiplayer
