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Hellblade II Sold Just 50,000 Copies on PS5

by Jonathan Dubinski

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  • Forza Horizon 5 generated approximately $300 million in revenue and sold over 5 million copies on the PlayStation 5, making it the fastest-selling Xbox game on the platform in 2025.
  • The game quickly became a top pre-order seller in the U.S., Canada, and the UK, and even outsold major new releases like Assassins Creed and Monster Hunter Wilds.
  • By the end of its first month, Forza Horizon 5 had surpassed 2 million sales, indicating a strong demand for open-world, arcade-style racing games on the PlayStation 5.
  • Microsoft is developing a sequel to Forza Horizon 5, Forza Horizon 6, for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, although a specific release date has not been announced. The success of Forza Horizon 5 suggests that the PlayStation 5 audience favors this genre and there is potential for continued success with future releases.

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Forza Horizon 5’s Record-Breaking Sales on PS5 Outshines Other Xbox Titles in 2025

Microsoft has begun releasing some of its games on the PlayStation 5, but Forza Horizon 5 has been the standout success, generating approximately $300 million in revenue. Alinea Analytics reported that the game sold over 5 million copies. The game’s Hall of Fame leaderboard indicates that roughly 53.7 million players have engaged with the game. Upon its PlayStation 5 release in April 2025, Forza Horizon 5 quickly became a top pre-order seller in the U.S., Canada, and the UK. It sold 1.4 million copies within eight days, making it the fastest-selling Xbox game on the PlayStation platform. By the end of its first month, sales had surpassed 2 million. In July, Forza Horizon 5 even outsold major new releases like the latest Assassin’s Creed and Monster Hunter Wilds. These sales contributed to an estimated $600 million in revenue for Microsoft. Other Xbox titles released on the PS5 have not replicated this success. Sales data from Alinea Analytics comparing the performance of these titles on the PS5 in 2025 illustrates this disparity: Forza Horizon 5: 5.1 million Gears of War: Reloaded: 572,000 Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: 491,000 Microsoft Flight Simulator: 166,000

Forza Horizon 6’s Approach on PS5 Challenges Xbox Titles in 2026 Market Compared to Hellblade II Sales

Senua’s Saga: Hellblade II: 50,000 The data suggests that the PlayStation 5 audience favors specific genres, such as the open-world, arcade-style racing found in Forza Horizon 5. Building on the success of Forza Horizon 5, Microsoft is reportedly developing a sequel, Forza Horizon 6, slated for release in 2026 on PlayStation 5, Windows, and Xbox Series X/S, although a specific release date has not been announced. The next installment will initially be available on Xbox Series X/S and PC. With more Xbox Game Studios titles planned for release on the PlayStation 5, it remains to be seen if any will match Forza Horizon 5’s performance. Image credit: Alinea Analytics.

In Case You Missed It

While we’re on the topic of gaming milestones, let’s start with Marcus Thompson’s latest from 2026. In “Xbox Game Thrives on PS5, Generating Over $300 Million for Xbox”, published on January 10th, Marcus explores how Forza Horizon 5, originally an Xbox exclusive, achieved a remarkable success on the PlayStation 5, selling over 5 million copies and generating $300 million in revenue. Click here to see how this strategic move is paying off for Xbox under Microsoft’s ownership Xbox Game Thrives on PS5, Generating Over $300 Million for Xbox. Moving on, our resident gaming correspondent Carlos Mendoza recently shed light on the status of Turn 10 Studios’ marquee racing franchise in his piece “Phil Spencer Confirms Forza Motorsport is Not Canceled” (2025-10-28). While the series takes a temporary hiatus due to Microsoft’s layoffs affecting the studio, Phil Spencer reassuringly clarifies that although it’s not canceled, Forza Motorsport’s priority has been adjusted within Xbox Game Studios’ portfolio. Dive into Mendoza’s analysis here to understand how this strategic shift impacts both Forza Motorsport and its sibling series, Forza Horizon Phil Spencer Confirms Forza Motorsport is Not Canceled. Lastly, if you’re a fan of RPGs, don’t miss Bruno Pferd’s insightful piece from earlier this year. In “PS5: One of the Most Underestimated RPGs Nominated at The Game Awards 2025, Set to Be Even Better” (published January 11, 2026), Bruno delves into Obsidian Entertainment’s upcoming PS5 exclusive, Avowed. While he admits some elements might feel familiar, the game’s stunning exploration and freedom make it a must-play for RPG enthusiasts. Head over to Players for Life to read more about this promising title PS5: One of the Most Underestimated RPGs Nominated at The Game Awards 2025, Set to Be Even Better.

Specification
Official NameForza Horizon 5: Premium Edition
Brief SummaryYour Ultimate Horizon Adventure awaits! Explore the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars.

This is Your Horizon Adventure
Lead breathtaking expeditions across the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars.

This is a Diverse Open World
Explore a world of striking contrast and beauty. Discover living deserts, lush jungles, historic cities, hidden ruins, pristine beaches, vast canyons and a towering snow-capped volcano.

This is an Adventurous Open World
Immerse yourself in a deep campaign with hundreds of challenges that reward you for engaging in the activities you love. Meet new characters and choose the outcomes of their Horizon Story missions.

This is an Evolving Open World
Take on awe-inspiring weather events such as towering dust storms and intense tropical storms as Mexico’s unique, dynamic seasons change the world every week. Keep coming back for new events, challenges, collectibles, and rewards, and new areas to explore. No two seasons will ever be the same.

This is a Social Open World
Team up with other players and enter the Horizon Arcade for a continuing series of fun, over-the-top challenges that keep you and your friends in the action and having fun with no menus, loading screens or lobbies. Meet new friends in Horizon Open and Tours and share your creations with new community gift sharing.

This is Your Open World
Create your own expressions of fun with the powerful new EventLab gameplay toolset including custom races, challenges, stunts, and entirely new game modes. Customize your cars in more ways than ever before with new options such as the ability open and close convertible tops, paint brake calipers, and more. Use the new Gift PlayersForLife feature to share your custom creations with the community.

Begin Your Horizon Adventure today!

Your Ultimate Horizon Adventure awaits! Explore the vibrant and ever-evolving open world landscapes of Mexico with limitless, fun driving action in hundreds of the world’s greatest cars. The Premium Edition includes early access to the full game, allowing you to play four days early beginning November 5, 2021. Also included are the Welcome Pack, Car Pass, VIP Membership, and two game expansions when they become available.

PlatformsPlayStation 5, PC (Microsoft Windows), Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One
ReleasedNovember 4, 2021
GenreRacing, Sport
Play ModesSingle player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Content RatingE
LanguagesChinese (Simplified), English, Japanese, Korean
GenrePlayground Games
GenreXbox Game Studios

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