The PS5 pre-sold the same number of units that the PS4 sold in a 12-week pre-order within 12 hours in the United States.

Stephanie Nannery, Tuesday, October 27, 2020 19:40 GMT
Sony states that “very large” demand for the PS5 is being seen through pre-orders.
Pre-order PS5 According to Sony Interactive Entertainment boss Jim Ryan, it’s apparently going through the roof.
According to Reuters, Sony pre-sold the same number of PS5 consoles in the first 12 weeks of the PS4 pre-order in the United States.
“The demand represented by the level of pre-orders was very, very significant,” Ryan said.
“Not everyone who wants to buy a PS5 on the release date can find it.”
That said, Ryan added that the company is working hard to ensure adequate supply during the next shopping season.
PS5 pre-orders sold out in many places within minutes, and we hope Sony will be available soon. Please update the link to get the latest information about stores with pre-orders in stock.
If you’re interested in checking your PS5 in advance, many US retailers today released an opening video and details of their DualSense controller.