VOID Interactive’s tactical first-person shooter Ready or Not has exceeded expectations by selling over 1 million copieson PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S within just four days of its console debut on July 15, 2025. Known for its intense realism and SWAT-style gameplay, the game’s fast success proves there’s a growing appetite for hardcore shooters among console players.
However, the console launch wasn’t without controversy. Ahead of the release, the developers made changes to certain in-game content—removing or softening graphic elements like nudity and dismemberment to meet age ratings and platform policies. These edits also impacted the Steam PC version, sparking backlash from longtime fans who accused the studio of “selling out.”
Steam reviews took a hit, with thousands expressing disappointment over what they see as censorship. Yet, the sales data paints a different picture: controversy didn’t stop the console crowd from embracing the game.
Ready or Not’s case highlights a familiar clash in modern gaming: creative integrity versus market adaptation. Still, there’s no denying the game’s commercial triumph. Whether you’re in it for realism, strategy, or pure adrenaline, Ready or Not’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
