PS5 sees a sales surge in September, outselling its competition, as Sony also exits the UHD Blu-ray player market.
This week’s PlayStation news is highlighted by strong sales figures for the PS5, which has achieved a notable milestone by outselling the Switch 2 during September in the U.S. Despite a price hike, the PS5 saw a 22% increase in year-over-year unit sales, capturing the largest US dollar share of the hardware market since May 2025, according to Push Square. This comes in contrast to the Xbox Series X|S, which experienced a 27% drop, and the Switch 2, which fell by 14% in unit sales.
Meanwhile, in a significant shift away from physical media, Push Square reports that Sony is exiting the UHD Blu-ray player market. They will cease shipments of their UBP-X700/K device, leaving Panasonic as the sole major player still manufacturing these devices, while some Chinese manufacturers are stepping in to fill the gap. This move aligns with a broader industry trend towards digital media consumption and streaming services.
Game Shutdowns and Updates
Fans of the 2023 PS5 and PS4 exclusive VR RPG Zenith: Nexus will need to prepare for its shutdown later this year. PlayStation Lifestyle reports that developer TribeVR will close the servers on December 18, 2026. The game had ceased new content development in 2024, and now both paid DLC and premium currency have been pulled from sale, although the game remains available for download for now.
In contrast, Push Square notes that Assassin’s Creed: Black Flag Resynced is bringing a New Game Plus mode to players next week, a feature that has been long-awaited since its summer release. This update will allow fans to revisit the game with all their previous upgrades and equipment.
Critical Feedback and Promotions
Push Square provides insights into the early release feedback for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4, with players harshly criticizing the multiplayer experience labeling it potentially the “worst Call of Duty ever”. Despite the early unlock, Infinity Ward faces a challenging task in addressing player dissatisfaction.
Finally, for those looking to expand their game library, a significant deal is currently available on the PS Store with Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 Digital Deluxe Edition discounted by 60% as part of the “Planet of the Deals” promotion, per PlayStation Lifestyle. This promotion runs until November 5, 2026, offering a substantial savings on one of PS5’s best exclusives.
