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One of the most notable recent developments is the sluggish sales of The Last of Us Part II in Asian markets, including Japan, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. Retailers in Hong Kong, for example, reportedly had piles of unsold copies stacked to the ceiling, reminiscent of how Star Wars: The Last Jedi initially struggled with sales in certain markets.
Data indicates that while the game debuted at number one in Japan, it swiftly dropped to fourth place in subsequent weeks, with week-over-week sales dropping as much as 85% in Japan alone. In Taiwan and Hong Kong, high volume of unsold copies suggests the title is not resonating strongly with the consumer base in these regions, hinting at a cultural disconnect or declining interest.