To be blunt, the PlayStation 5 hasn’t had the easiest years since its launch in late 2020. The launch alone was problematic because we were in the worst parts of the global pandemic when people refused to leave their houses or were legally obligated not to leave unless absolutely necessary. Even when the pandemic “lessened,” the PS5 still had issues. The systems weren’t selling in large numbers due to the shortage of semiconductors due to the pandemic. However, after over two years of turmoil and strife, things are finally turning around for Sony’s newest platform.
First, the system has finally gotten its groove back regarding stocking. The semiconductor issue has been sorted so Sony can crank them out more intensely. This is reflected in the sales numbers for the system, which have shot up exponentially over the last few months. In one region, the sales were up 200% year-to-year! Second, Sony is banking on several big-name titles to carry their platform this year and get players excited for what’s coming next. That leads us to the big rumor circulating on social media. According to new rumors from insiders like Jeff Grubb, Sony will hold a PS5 showcase before E3 to highlight the first-party titles coming to the system soon.
RUMOR: #PlayStation to launch a Showcase before E3 to present the new phase of the #PS5
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