It was considered the smallest console due to its limited technical capabilities compared to the last generation of competing machines. Considered by many for years as a console for the family and for the little ones. however, 12.10 million units have been sold as of the first week of October last year 2022 Compared to 7.5 for the PlayStation 5 and 6.8 for the Xbox series. Undoubtedly, the increase in multi-platform games being developed also encouraged it to continue its escalation against the two giant competitors, who continue their battle with attempts to buy development studios for exclusive licenses. By the way, it is still not clear what is the future of Activision-Blizzard and the process of its acquisition by Microsoft.
last year, Playstation 5 Increase its price: Offer bundles with games included, increasing how much they sell more than if they were purchased separately. Packages worth more than 800 euros have been sold. But the possibility of buying only the console was not there. Something similar to what the phone companies have done with their internet connection packages. If we add to this the queue to receive it and the small number of consoles that have been around since the beginning of the pandemic, due to delays in material, manufacturing and export processes, sales drop dramatically.
Thus, while in Europe the switch was dominant, In the US, the two best sellers were PlayStation 5 and Xbox series. Since its launch in November 2020, 10.32 million of the PlayStation 5 and 9.32 million of the Xbox series have been sold, meaning the Xbox is closing in on its North American rival.
The new era of digital software
The future of the industry is laid out with a view to selling software digital, heralding a new age and demise of physical games. This has translated into an increase in spending by the user. If before the gamer just put his game disc into the console or computer and play it live, now it is necessary to connect to the internet to not only get the game but also to undergo endless updates every two by three. Not to mention the subscription options. The point is that with transformation, Businesses make more money and users spend more money. It is not surprising that the most used platforms are those that allow you to play on the computer. And the lowest priced, Switch. With the exclusivity of previous generation consoles, such as the PlayStation 4, it remains a benchmark when it comes to gaming.
The immediate goals for this year include the launch of new consoles, which will also cost a lot. Xbox, which is associated with Asus, has patented a new controller, for both Xbox and PC with a small built-in LCD screen, where you can check battery life, switch between profiles and USB, Bluetooth or RF low latency connectivity. It will also allow the ability to change game commands and game sensitivity. joystick. At the moment, it is not known what the release date will be As for the price, the insignificant figure of $200 is speculated, but until it is officially announced, it is only speculation.
for his part, PlayStation 5 will launch the new DualSense Edge controller at the end of the monthWith the possibility of adjusting the sensitivity of the actuators and sticks and exchange profiles. A console that, according to Sony, is designed for “professional” gamers. I don’t know what they mean by “professionals”:players, e-sports…? And the rest of us will be “pagans,” as my grandmother used to say? It will justify its price: 240 euros.
During the conference held on January 5, Sony also announced the so-called Leonardo Project, a new controller designed to address the common challenges faced by many gamers with limited motor control, as they find it difficult to accurately press buttons or place their fingers comfortably on a standard controller. Inclusion has also been reported Grand tour Among the titles that can be played with the upcoming VR2 virtual reality glasses and a movie based on the popular car franchise has been announced.
Nintendo, in the shadows, is preparing to deliver New Switch Pro or Switch 2 controllerMaybe by the end of this year. Go save.
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