Games and Numbers: July 29 — August 11, 2026

This bi-weekly industry update provides a comprehensive overview of performance milestones across the PC, console, and mobile gaming sectors for the period of July 29 to August 11, 2026. The summary tracks commercial success, player engagement metrics, and hardware sales data to illustrate current market trends and the ongoing impact of subscription services like Game Pass on title performance.

Key findings highlight significant longevity and growth in established franchises. Grand Theft Auto V continues to dominate, reaching 230 million units sold, while Pokémon GO achieved a record-breaking $48.5 million in revenue during its 10th-anniversary week. Newer releases also demonstrated strong momentum, with titles like Machine Party and ReStory: Chill Electronics Repairs achieving rapid commercial success. Notably, the data reveals a shift in engagement patterns, such as the 90% surge in daily active users for Assassin’s Creed Odyssey following the release of a related film, and the high volume of wishlists for upcoming titles like Resident Evil Veronica and The Eternal Life of Goldman.

Hardware performance shows a mixed landscape. PlayStation 5 has surpassed 95 million units sold, with a notable preference for digital software, which accounted for 82% of quarterly game sales. Conversely, Nintendo Switch 2 sales experienced a 34.4% year-on-year decline, though software sales for the original Switch platform saw a 33.6% increase. The data, sourced from corporate financial reports, industry analytics firms, and developer announcements, underscores the critical role of multi-platform strategies and digital distribution in shaping modern gaming revenue and player acquisition.