The industry peacock display continues unabashed, as Microsoft is now claiming a software attach rate of 8.1 titles. The Xbox 360 is also said to generate more revenue for third party publishers than the PS3 and Wii combined.
In the month of November, total software sales are said to have earned $408 million, with over $298 million being generated by third party sales. Unsurprisingly, Microsoft has been quick to lick its own balls in corporate delight.
"We've created the optimal line-up of experiences this holiday season for families seeking lasting entertainment value, particularly during rough economic times in the US and abroad," states MS' Don Mattrick. "We have the largest library of games, TV and movie content and the most expansive and rewarding social experiences. We're confident Xbox 360 will continue to drive record sales around the world this holiday and beyond."
The 360's latest success is all down to one thing -- LIPS. There is no other explanation.
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11:04 AM on 12.12.2008
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Actually, TRUE connoisseurs of Morph will remember him for his work with Tony Hart in such television shows as Hartbeat. I'm sure you children remember him best from Mark "I can't even keep alive" Speight's SMart, though, so keep on being BABIES!
So I don't know if you can trust a number Xbox360 come up with.
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2008/11/06/AR2008110601561.html
Just counting Third Parties:
http://www.vgchartz.com/
Xbox 360: 5.2 x 24,860,000 = 129,272,000
PS3: 4.4 x = 17,880,000 = 78,672,000
Wii: 3.2 x 40,170,000 = 128,544,000
See? Xbox 360 barely sells more 3rd party software than Wii. If you combine 1st party sales, the Wii move more software than either 360 and PS3.
Attach Rate doesn't mean squat in hard numbers.
It's also disenginous to ignore 1st party sales. As if 360 and PS3 owners don't buy 1st party software.
(*Of, I'm assuming those numbers are correct, because maybe VGChartz hasn't been updated yet or the Washington Post Article might be inaccurate.)
http://www.irwebcasting.com/081031/19/05aa1cbb9a/image/p33.gif
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http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showpost.php?p=13978365&postcount=2284
GO MICROSOFT.
Oh wait, D-toid, uhh, go M$.