StocksMedium•22 October 2026•
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US PS5 Sales Jump 22% as GTA VI Launch Approaches
Key Facts
1PlayStation 5 sales in the US jumped 22% according to Circana data, driven by anticipation for GTA VI.
2GTA VI has generated approximately $630 million in pre-orders, with 74% of purchases made on PS5.
3Premium PS5 Pro consoles are sold out or in limited supply at major retailers including Amazon and Best Buy.
PlayStation 5 sales in the United States jumped 22% according to Circana data reported by Bloomberg, as consumers prepare for the November 19 release of Grand Theft Auto VI. Sensor Tower reported that the game has generated approximately $630 million in pre-orders, with PlayStation 5 accounting for 74% of those purchases.
Shares of related technology and retail firms showed mixed performance, with MSFT closing at $521.08 and AMZN at $250.38 on October 22, 2026. Meanwhile, premium PS5 Pro consoles are reportedly sold out or in limited supply at major retailers including Amazon and Best Buy, which saw its stock close at $94.12 on October 21, 2026.