The PlayStation Store download charts for May 2026 are live, and 007 First Light continues to hold strong. According to the PlayStation Blog post, the Bond title topped both the US and EU charts across PS5 and PS4 last month.
It’s another good month for the spy franchise, which has been a consistent presence since launch. Sony’s monthly download rankings track the number of full-game purchases on the digital storefront, giving a snapshot of what players are actually buying — not just what’s trending on social media.
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On the PS VR2 side, newcomer I Am Cat grabbed the top spot. The game puts players in the paws of a mischievous housecat, letting them explore, knock things over, and cause general chaos in first-person. It’s a lighter, more playful experience than many of the headset’s early heavy hitters, and its success suggests VR audiences are hungry for variety.
The free-to-play charts also saw some shifts, though Sony didn’t break out full lists in the blog summary. Expect usual suspects like Fortnite, Call of Duty: Warzone, and Roblox to be jockeying for position.
What else topped the charts?
Sony didn’t share the full top lists in the blog post, only highlighting the number one entries. Typically these monthly roundups include a top 10 or 20 across countries, with popular titles like EA Sports FC, NBA 2K, and recent big releases battling for slots. Whether any other Bond-related titles followed 007 First Light is unclear, though the series’ strong performance suggests it might be carving out a regular spot.
PS VR2’s chart once again underscores how smaller, creative titles can break out. I Am Cat isn’t a blockbuster IP, but it’s found an audience by embracing the platform’s immersive strengths in a quirky way.
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Why these charts matter
Monthly download rankings are a useful barometer for the PlayStation ecosystem. They show which games are converting interest into actual purchases, which is especially valuable for publishers tracking momentum and for players deciding what to buy next. The split by platform and region also helps highlight differences in taste — a title might dominate in the US but barely register in Europe, or vice versa.
For VR specifically, the charts are one of the few public windows into what’s actually selling on PS VR2. I Am Cat’s success could signal that cat sims and humor-driven games have a stronger foothold than many assumed.
GamerHeadlines Takeaway
007 First Light remains a sales powerhouse on PlayStation, while I Am Cat proves there’s still room for oddball VR hits. Without the full lists, it’s tough to gauge shifts further down, but May’s top spots mirror broader trends: strong licensed IP and inventive VR experiences can both thrive. We’ll keep an eye on future charts to see if Bond holds or if a summer release unseats it.
