Five Years Later: PS5 Becomes Second Fastest-Selling PlayStation in the U.S., Following the PS2

Today marks a significant milestone in the gaming world as we celebrate the 5th anniversary of the PlayStation 5. Since its launch, the PS5 has captivated gamers worldwide, and its journey in the market has been nothing short of remarkable. New insights into the best-selling games on this console reflect trends in gamers’ preferences and the success of certain franchises.

Call of Duty Continues to Dominate

Call of Duty has firmly established its position as a leading franchise on the PS5, with three titles making it to the top-five best-sellers list in the United States since the console’s release. These games have not only captivated players with their immersive gameplay but have consistently topped sales charts over the years.

PS5’s Impressive Sales Record

According to industry analysts, the PS5 has achieved the status of the 2nd fastest-selling PlayStation console in the US, a testament to its widespread popularity and demand. With 26.7 million units sold by October 4, 2025, it trails only the legendary PlayStation 2.

Happy 5th Anniversary to PlayStation 5!PS5 is the 2nd fastest selling PlayStation device in US history (trailing only PS2) with 26.7M units sold through Oct 4th, 2025.And here are the top 10 best-selling PS5 games ($), led by Call of Duty: Black Ops 6.Source: Circana Retail Tracking Service

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Top Titles and Future Prospects

Beyond Call of Duty, the best-selling list includes popular annualized sports games and a trio of standout first-party titles from PlayStation Studios, with Insomniac Games making a notable contribution. This trend highlights Insomniac’s consistent output of new titles rather than remasters.

The gaming community is eager to see if these trends will shift by the end of the PS5’s lifecycle, as new releases and emerging franchises vie for players’ attention.

The PS5 is the 2nd fastest-selling PlayStation device in US history, trailing only the PS2, with 26.7 million units sold through October 4, 2025.