Spider-Man 2 boosting PS5 sales

Spider-Man 2, developed by Insomniac, has made its debut on the PS5 this week, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the acclaimed PlayStation series. The significance of this game for the console cannot be overstated, as it stands as one of the most substantial PlayStation exclusives of the current generation. According to a recent report by Bloomberg, the latest adventure featuring Peter and Miles could hold the key to the kind of PS5 sales growth that Sony is aiming to achieve.

The report emphasizes that, while the PS5 has been a popular console, it has encountered various challenges that have constrained the number of units it could sell. Among these challenges, one of the most prominent was the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, which hampered the company's ability to meet the high demand. Consequently, the PS5 has managed to sell 40 million units since its launch in 2020, a commendable figure. However, it's worth noting that the PS4 achieved a similar milestone in approximately two and a half years.