Video Gaming News - September 2003
Foster City, CA (September 11, 2003) - Sony today announced that more
games have been placed on their Greatest Hits list.
From Sony:
Demonstrating the massive appeal of the PlayStation(R) platforms and its
software libraries, Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc. today announced
three additions to its PlayStation(R)2 "Greatest Hits" lineup, including: SOCOM:
U.S. Navy SEALs, Ratchet & Clank(TM) and Sly Cooper and the Thievius
Raccoonus(TM).
In addition, earlier this year Hot Shots Golf(R)3 for PlayStation 2 and
Stuart Little 2(TM) for the PlayStation console also earned "Greatest Hits"
status, showcasing the enduring appeal of the best-selling console and the
continued demand for its games.
To qualify as a PlayStation 2 "Greatest Hit," a title must have been on the
market for one year with 400,000 copies produced, proving to be a force in
driving software sales and the demand for the hardware that supports it.
PlayStation "Greatest Hits" game sales must be in excess of 250,000 units during
the life of the product. Today's announcement marks a total of 52 "Greatest
Hits" titles for PlayStation 2, and 169 for the PlayStation console. As context,
there are over 550 PlayStation 2 games and over 1,300 PlayStation games
available today.
PlayStation 2 "Greatest Hits" games are available in stores for as low as
$19.99 while PlayStation "Greatest Hits" games retail for as low as $14.99 -- offering consumers maximum value by giving them access to the best games
at a low price.
The success of SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs, Ratchet and Clank, and Sly Cooper and
the Thievius Raccoonus underscores Sony Computer Entertainment America's
leadership position in both the online and offline gaming market. The popularity
of these games has helped the company claim the largest online and offline
console gaming community in North America. In fact, SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs is
one of the most widely played online titles, with approximately 60,000 people
hosting gameplay sessions each day. SOCOM: U.S. Navy SEALs fans are able to
access the games' online communities free of charge, using the broadband service
of their choice -- a feature that can only be offered by a company that's
committed to providing the most compelling content and the greatest degree of
access at the best value. As further evidence of its value proposition, Sony
Computer Entertainment America recently announced the PlayStation 2 Combo Pack,
which includes ATV Offroad Fury 2 and a Network Adaptor (Ethernet/modem) (for
PlayStation(R)2) for $199 suggested retail price.
"We're excited about crowning our newest 'Greatest Hits' titles because it
reaffirms our reputation as the leader in computer entertainment and further
demonstrates our ability to offer compelling blockbuster games across multiple
generations," said Ami Blaire, director, product marketing, Sony Computer
Entertainment America. "These serve as a testament to the fact that our titles
represent the best value for any console on the market today."
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