Sony has officially reached a total of 97.9 million PlayStation 5 consoles delivered to retailers, according to the company’s latest quarterly financial results. While the platform continues to expand its reach, the pace of hardware distribution has slowed compared to the previous year. As reported by Konzolista.cz, Sony delivered 2.6 million units during the most recent quarter, a decrease of approximately 0.9 million units compared to the same period in 2025.
Profit Forecast Rises on Gaming Division Growth
Despite the cooling hardware sales, Sony’s broader financial outlook remains positive. The company increased its annual profit forecast, driven largely by strong performances in its gaming and film divisions. As Kurzy.cz reported, Sony’s net profit rose by 44% in the quarter ending September 30, reaching 449.6 billion yen (approximately 2.85 billion dollars). The gaming division, specifically Game & Network Services, saw an 83% jump in operating profit to 220.1 billion yen, driven by higher revenues from network services and digital game sales.
Marvel’s Wolverine Sales and User Engagement
Sony provided updated figures for its first-party software, confirming that 2.4 million copies of the action game Marvel’s Wolverine had been sold by November 4, 2026. This milestone comes just 50 days after the title’s release on PlayStation 5, according to IGN Česko a Slovensko. Engagement across the PlayStation Network also hit a record high, with 127 million monthly active users as of September 30, 2026, representing a 7% year-over-year increase.
Next-Generation Hardware Development Proceeds as Planned
Sony confirmed that development of its next-generation hardware platform is proceeding according to plan. Addressing investor concerns regarding the current stage of the PlayStation 5 lifecycle, the company stated that it has secured sufficient memory supplies for the upcoming fiscal year.
“From the next fiscal year, we will begin investing in a new platform,” Sony noted in its financial report. “For future growth, we must attach great importance to it and make the necessary investments. We must ensure the long-term stability of our platform and think about how to invest in it as efficiently as possible.”
Key Performance Metrics
| Metric | Reported Data |
| :— | :— |
| Total PS5 units delivered | 97.9 million |
| Marvel’s Wolverine sales (as of Nov 4, 2026) | 2.4 million |
| PlayStation Network monthly active users | 127 million |
| Quarterly first-party game sales | 8.2 million units |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the status of the next PlayStation console?
Sony confirmed that development is moving forward as scheduled. The company plans to begin significant investments in this new platform starting in the next fiscal year to ensure long-term stability.
How do current PS5 sales compare to last year?
Hardware sales are slowing as the console moves further into its lifecycle. Sony delivered 2.6 million units in the most recent quarter, which is 0.9 million fewer than it supplied during the same period the previous year.
What factors are currently driving Sony’s revenue?
The company’s profit growth is primarily attributed to strong results in its gaming and film divisions, alongside favorable currency exchange rates. Increased revenue from PlayStation Plus and digital game sales, which accounted for 78% of total game sales in the last quarter, also played a significant role.