PlayStation first-party sales see modest rebound after half-decade decline

Sony PlayStation first-party game sales saw a modest rebound in FY2025, reaching 32.1 million copies following a five-year decline. The company is reportedly adjusting its strategy by scaling back PC ports to protect the console brand.
Why it matters
The data reflects the challenges of AAA development cycles and the strategic tension between console exclusivity and multi-platform expansion.
Data collated by Game File shows the first upturn in five years following a sales peak in 2020
The article relies on financial data and industry reporting to explain market trends.
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