Sony said last week that pre-orders for the PS5 Pro were slightly stronger than the PS4 Pro, and it reiterated that it doesn’t expect the device to be its main hardware seller. The PS4 Pro accounted for approximately 15% of all PS4 sales, so it’ll be very satisfied with a similar result here.

PS5 Pro's week one sales in Japan are impressive as the mid-gen upgrade shifts over 78,000 units in the region.

Arguably the PS5 Pro‘s biggest obstacle was its large price tag. Selling for $699.99 here in the U.S., that is a big ask for a mid generation upgrade. However, if Japan sales are any indication, it seems gamers see the value of the new and improved console.

Takes you closer to the games, movies and TV you love Try a single issue or save on a subscription Issues delivered straight to your door or device Unlike the PS5 Pro, getting your hands on an original PS5 was like a game in itself.