SCE Europe president and CEO, Jim Ryan took the stage at Gamescom 2014 to announce that their PlayStation 4 consoles have sold more than ten million units.
Sony managed to achieve the milestone in less than nine months, PS4 launched in November 2013.
“The responses we have received for the PS4 system’s unique gameplay experiences powered by the network, along with its vast game portfolio has been phenomenal, and I am absolutely delighted that PS4 was able to reach this commemorative milestone in less than 9 months, said Andrew House, president and group CEO.
We’re so grateful for the enormous support from PlayStation gamers worldwide, and we look forward to bringing even more exciting content and services in the months ahead.”
“It’s a remarkable milestone that reinforces PS4’s record-breaking pace and the movement it has created among players globally in defining next generation gaming, said Shawn Layden President and CEO, SCEA.
On behalf of our entire team, I want to thank you for your support and passion. You’re the reason that PS4 is the #1 next generation console in the world and we’re grateful for your continued enthusiasm and for always pushing us to new heights.”
Additionally, the firm also revealed that — As of August 10, more than 30 million PS4 games have been sold in retail stores globally and through digital downloads on PlayStation Store, since its launch less than nine months ago.
PlayStation 4 is currently available in 100 countries and regions worldwide.
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