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PS5 Pro Struggles as Gaming Sales Plummet 38%

2/23/2025

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The PS5 Pro, priced at $699.99, is struggling to keep pace with its predecessor, the PS4 Pro, as revealed by analyst Mat Piscatella. With hardware sales plummeting—38% for PS5, 50% for Xbox, and a staggering 53% for Switch—the gaming market faces significant challenges, compounded by high costs and a shortage of exclusive titles.

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The PS5 Pro, priced at $699.99, is struggling to keep pace with its predecessor, the PS4 Pro, as revealed by analyst Mat Piscatella. With hardware sales plummeting—38% for PS5, 50% for Xbox, and a staggering 53% for Switch—the gaming market faces significant challenges, compounded by high costs and a shortage of exclusive titles.