Quantic Dream has announced that Detroit Become Human has surpassed 15 million units sold worldwide, marking a major commercial milestone for the narrative-driven title. The studio confirmed the achievement, highlighting the game’s sustained success nearly eight years after its original release. According to Quantic Dream, this figure reflects combined sales across all available platforms.
In an official statement, the studio said, “We are proud to announce that Detroit: Become Human™ has surpassed 15 million units sold worldwide.” The message further emphasized the importance of the achievement, noting that since its debut in 2018, the game has become the company’s best-selling release to date. Quantic Dream attributed the milestone to the game’s narrative ambitions and long-term player engagement rather than short-term launch performance alone.
Detroit Become Human first launched as a PlayStation 4 exclusive on May 25, 2018. It later expanded to PC platforms, releasing on Steam and the Epic Games Store on December 12, 2019. Over time, the game gained a broader audience, supported by frequent sales promotions and continued visibility across digital storefronts. The studio specifically acknowledged the role of players and partners in sustaining momentum over several years.
“This milestone reflects the dedication of our teams and the continued support of players around the world,” the statement continued. “We extend our sincere thanks to our community and partners who have contributed to the lasting success of Detroit: Become Human™.” The studio positioned the sales figure as a collective achievement, rather than a single commercial event tied to one platform or period.
The title is widely recognized for its branching narrative structure, emphasis on player choice, and thematic focus on identity, morality, and autonomy. Players guide multiple Android protagonists through intersecting storylines, with decisions influencing character outcomes and broader societal consequences within the game world. These elements helped distinguish Detroit Become Human within Quantic Dream’s catalog and contributed to its long-term appeal.
While the game has not received a native PlayStation 5 release, it remains playable on current-generation consoles through backward compatibility. Its continued relevance in 2026 suggests that demand has remained steady well beyond its initial launch window. The 15 million unit milestone reinforces Detroit Become Human’s position as Quantic Dream’s most commercially successful project and one of the studio’s defining works, even all these years later.
