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Let’s dive into the PlayStation 4’s extensive timeline.
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The success of the PlayStation 4 has accumulated a massive amount of users and hit major titles since its debut. But, after all these years, you may wonder, when did the PS4 come out? Here’s everything you need to know about the popular console, including its history and current sales.
When Did the PS4 Come Out?
Sony’s PlayStation 4 came out on Nov. 15, 2013, following the massive success of its predecessor, the PS3. During its initial debut, the PS4 sold over one million units in 24 hours, making the system one of the fastest-selling game consoles.
The PS4 day one launch also featured an exciting lineup of popular games, such as Assassin’s Creed IV: Black Flag, Call of Duty: Ghosts, and Angry Birds: Star Wars. Since then, more hit major titles have increased the system’s popularity, along with some new equipment and upgraded PlayStation subscriptions.
Even though the PS4 has been out for several years, the console is still doing reasonably well, especially when Sony revealed its sales during the Business Segment Briefings 2024. For example, in the second and third years of the PS5, the PS4 outsold its successor. Furthermore, purchases from the PlayStation Store and subscribers of Playstation Plus are primarily from the PS4, resulting in a much longer life cycle than Sony expected.
However, it may be a surprise to hear that Sony’s older model, the PlayStation 2, remains the best-selling console of all time, with over 150 million units sold. But, as more upgrades come out, including PlayStation Stars and its revamped PlayStation Plus tier system, the PS5 could possibly take over this spot one day.
That does it for our guide about when the PS4 first came out and its sales history. If you want more Sony content, you can look at the latest PlayStation Plus games set for July 2024 and explore the relevant links below.
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