Sony say PlayStation 3 total sales surpass Xbox 360 in Europe, Microsoft refutes claim
The Xbox 360 has an undeniable strength in North America, but Microsoft's hold on hardcore gamers isn't quite as strong in other parts of the world. The Xbox 360 might as well not exist in Japan, but the console is doing okay in Europe.
Sony Computer Entertainment European chief David Reeves proudly announced to the media at the PlayStation Day conference that sales of PS3 have surpassed the Xbox 360 in Europe.
"I am delighted to be able announce today that we have sold more PlayStation 3s throughout Europe than Xbox 360 - even though they launched sixteen months before PS3," Reeves said, adding that there are now more than 5 million PS3, 12 million PSP and 48 million PS2 in the territory.
"These numbers are a testament to the strength of the PlayStation brand throughout our region, the ever-increasing number of titles being launched, the rich content on offer and its appeal to different demographics and cultures," he commented.