By Reported to have shifted 1.4 million units
- by Liam Croft
Physical video game sales in the UK are nearly stagnant, yet that hasn’t prevented premature judgments from being made. Earlier this week, Death Stranding 2 debuted with a 66% decline in physical sales within the region in comparison to its predecessor.
According to data analysts Ampere, it’s anticipated that the PS5 exclusive had sold 1.4 million units by the conclusion of June. “The game has experienced a slower beginning than the original regarding physical sales throughout Europe, but digital sales have been more robust,” mentioned The Game Business in a recent article.
Additionally, while Sony itself does not provide concrete figures in its monthly sales report, we know that Death Stranding 2 was the top-selling digital PS5 title in the USA for June and the fourth highest-selling in Europe.
In comparison to the original, it’s unclear how well it performed during its initial weeks or months on the market, but as of July 2021, it was confirmed to have exceeded five million units after the PC version was released. Death Stranding 2 will almost certainly receive ports for PC, Xbox Series X|S, and possibly even Nintendo Switch 2 in the future, ensuring the sequel has a prolonged sales lifespan.
With 1.4 million sales reportedly already secured, there’s a significant probability that Death Stranding 2 will eventually surpass the original game in sales. This is largely due to digital sales, which are claimed to be “better”.
If you’re enjoying the game, explore our assortment of Death Stranding 2 guide for assistance with gear acquisition and answers to numerous FAQs.
[source thegamebusiness.com]
Liam grew up with a PlayStation controller in his grasp and a passion for Metal Gear Solid. Nowadays, he spends time playing the latest and greatest PS5 titles as well as supporting Derby County. That last detail is his Achilles’ heel.