Sony's PlayStation 5 has pulled ahead of the Nintendo Switch 2 in US dollar sales for the first time in months, according to sales tracking firm Circana data covering the period from 5th July through 1st August 2026. The revenue milestone arrives directly in the aftermath of Sony's recent announcement that it will stop manufacturing physical game discs on PlayStation consoles in 2028.
Quick Facts
- Hardware Revenue: PS5 surpassed Nintendo Switch 2 in total US dollar sales.
- Unit Sales: Nintendo Switch 2 sold more individual units overall; the PS5's higher average selling price drove the revenue win.
- Market Context: Overall hardware unit sales across all systems declined 39% year-over-year.
- Top Software: The digital-only PS5 port of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 ranked as the top-selling game for July and fifth best-selling overall for 2026 year-to-date.
Impact of Higher Average Selling Prices
While the newer Nintendo Switch 2 has maintained a lead in both units and dollar sales since launch, higher price points across Sony's hardware lineup allowed the PS5 to generate greater total revenue during the tracked four-week window. Industry data shows that overall hardware sales fell 39% compared to the same period in the previous year, reflecting broader economic conditions and high hardware pricing.
Sony stated during a recent investor report that it has observed zero negative impact on its business or hardware demand following protests surrounding its decision to phase out physical discs. Circana's monthly top-ten software charts also confirmed that the digital-only PS5 release of Call of Duty: Black Ops 2 claimed the number one spot for July, securing its position as the fifth best-selling title of 2026 overall.