Exciting Launches & Layoffs: Sony Dominates Console War
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Skill Up: Monster Under Wilds launching next week, offering 16% off at Greenman Gaming. Layoffs at Marvel Rivals team caused confusion; successful game with high player count. Sony State of Play lacked first-party exclusives, showcasing third-party games and release dates. New games like Shinobi, Sonic Racer, Lost Soul Aside revealed; Midnight Walk, Darwin's Paradox, Warriors Abyss announced. Oni Musha gameplay revealed, releasing August 28th; Metal Eden, Mine's Eye, Tides of Annihilation showcased. Days Gone remaster and Saros announced; Sony wins console war against Xbox with PS5 sales at 75 million units. Profit up 37% driven by Network Services; best ever quarter for PS5 sales. Xbox console sales down 30% year-on-year; Sony's console sales dominance expected to continue.
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