PLAYSTATION VITA SALES REACH OVER 1.2 MILLION UNITS

So, I'm loving my Vita, and I just got a press release from Sony. Looks like the system is selling well off the bat. Very exciting to see that as the system really feel like the type of hardware I've been wanting for quite some time. Here's the press release...

PRESS RELEASE

PLAYSTATION^®VITA SALES REACH OVER 1.2 MILLION UNITS WORLDWIDE BOOSTED BY LAUNCH IN NORTH AND LATIN AMERICA, EUROPE AND PAL TERRITORIES

Rapid Sales Signify Strong Demand for the Ultimate Portable Entertainment System; Software Sales Maintain Brisk Pace and Surpass 2.0 Million Units at both Retail and Across PlayStation^®Network

TOKYO, February 2 8 , 2012 – Sony Computer Entertainment Inc, today announced that the sales of the PlayStation®Vita (PS Vita) portable entertainment system reached over 1.2 million units worldwide as of February 26, 2012.  PS Vita experienced an initial burst of momentum when it launched on December 17, 2011 in Japan followed by Hong Kong, Taiwan and South Korea. Newly launched in North and Latin America, Europe and PAL territories as well as in Singapore on February 22, 2012, sales have exceeded expectations surpassing over 1.2 million units worldwide, firmly establishing PS Vita as the must-have portable entertainment device across the world.  Software sales across the globe have surpassed 2.0 million units at both retail and on PlayStation®Network.

“PS Vita was designed to deliver the ultimate portable entertainment experience, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with the reaction we’re seeing from consumers and the pace at which PS Vita is selling,” said Andrew House, President and Group CEO, Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. “The market has responded and there is clear demand for a mobile device capable of providing a revolutionary combination of rich gaming and social connectivity within a real world context.  To sustain momentum, we’re working closely with 3^rd party developers and publishers to ensure the best games and franchises possible will be available on PS Vita, and our software line up for the remainder of 2012 will have something for everyone across the globe.”

PS Vita introduces new ways to play, delivering deep and immersive gameplay experiences that have never been offered on any other handheld gaming device. Equipped with dual analog sticks, a vibrant 5-inch high definition OLED multi-touch screen, powerful quad core processor, six-axis motion sensing system, built in microphone, and front and rear cameras, PS Vita is the ultimate portable entertainment system. In addition to the ultimate portable gaming experience, by having both Wi-Fi and 3G network connectivity, together with various applications, PS Vita will enable infinite possibilities for users to "encounter," "connect," "discover," "share" and "play" with friends wherever they are.

With more than 25 titles currently available in North and Latin America, Europe and the PAL territories and Japan* respectively including EA SPORTS FIFA Football, Ultimate Marvel vs Capcom®3 from Capcom , UNCHARTED™: Golden Abyss, WipEout® 2048 and Escape Plan from SCE Worldwide Studios, as well as over 70 titles in development, PS Vita is poised to drive continued momentum across the globe.

SCE will vigorously promote PS Vita as the next generation portable entertainment platform and work towards expanding the portable gaming market.

*              Titles may differ by countries and regions.

My E3 Schedule!

Didn't believe me when I told you Kmart put together a stellar/packed schedule? I just typed it up...
Take A look...


Tuesday


Bethesda
Disney
Ubisoft
Capcom
Warner

Tuesday Night - Frag Dolls Party!

Wednesday


Microsoft
Konami
Sega
THQ
EA
Namco
Activision/Blizzard
Nintendo

Wednesday Night - ??? Party

Thursday


Lucas Arts
Square Enix
Sony
Take-Two

Friday


DISNEYLAND with my Wife! (not associated with E3, but I'm going to make sure my wife has some fun too on our trip out west)


Remember, this is just what is scheduled. Ihave some free time as well to roam the show floor and check out some of the things I may have missed (which won't be much!)

E3 - Getting Pumped and Ready to Pick Up My Brain Particles

Well, It's right around the corner and I can't help but be super pumped. I'm going to looking and absolutely packed schedule (thanks to the awesome team at Kmart) that begins with Bethesda on Tuesday, and ends with Sony and  Take-Two Interactive on Thursday. Honestly that would be all I would need to be absolutely pumped for the event but there is also a convention center full of games ready to own my fingertips. Fingers don't fail me now!

I thought I'd give you an idea of at least a handful of games that I'm really looking forward to so you can get a better idea of my taste in games.

The Games I Know I'll Love


Mass Effect 3 - Bioware rewrote the standard for RPGs when they brought us the original Mass Effect. Originally, It was just excited for a space adventure, but when I experienced the first RPG fully voiced from start to finish, I was blown away. The story itself was excellent as well. Since, Bioware has only returned with 2010's game of the year. Fancy that! Am I excited to see the finale? Who isn't!


Uncharted 3 - Uncharted brought a treasure hunter's dream to life with Uncharted and has been a flagship exclusive PlayStation franchise. This year it seems the focus is on rewriting the expectations of multiplayer, since Naughty Dog has already proving themselves to be great story crafters. A great developer with an amazing franchise (Are you starting to see a trend here?)


Diablo 3 - I grew up playing computer games, and Diablo is by far my favorite game franchise. Blizzard rocked my world with the ton of Tristram, the wise Deckard Cain and of course, the looting. How imps carry stacks full of thousands of gold pieces I will never understand, but don't let that stop them.
Much like other fans of the series, I checked the Diablo III website daily for nearly a year to see all the screenshots, trailers and new character class announcements.

Gears of War 3 - The Gears of War franchise has defined gaming in this generation for me. Since the original Madworld commercial, I have been a died hard fan of the series. Though Gears 2 had some hiccups, the beta for Gears 3 rekindled my love for the franchise and I can't wait to see what else the games has to offer.




The Games I Bet I'll Love


Bastion - Since joining XBLAfans.com, I have had the pleasure of writing a preview as well as conducted an interview on this game. It may be a downloadable title, but the more I see about this game, the more I need to play it!


Tomb Raider - With a real love for Indiana Jones and Uncharted, there should be no surprise that Tomb Raider is a game I'm excited about but what I'm most excited about it trying it out from the start. I want to know what this Lara Croft is all about, and the previews have looked awesome.


And a lot of others...


All The Stuff I Don't Know About!


Okay, The Project Cafe is going to be announced and detailed. The NGP will be expanded upon and detailed. Rumors are both Microsoft and Sony have future consoles in the works and you never know what else they will show. The most exciting part about E3 is the possibilities!


Kmart is not only covering the expenses of the trip  ,but they are also getting us the VIP treatment with developers. We will be in the seeing the big three as well as many others. This is a literal dream come true for me and the experience of a lifetime. I can admit that I am an emotional guy, so if I sound choked up in any interview or podcast during E3, or look like I have a tear in my eye, it's because I am letting it sink in.

PODCAST: Playstation Invasion Episode 4

Looks like I am moving quickly, now co-hosting another podcast. This will be a much better fit because I am playing most of my games on PS3.

Here's the description...

We welcome Stephen Haberman (@TheMarriedGamer) to the PlayStation Invasion Podcast with a jam-packed episode. On this episode we discuss recent news concerning a Mass Effect 3 delay, the announcement of a new Need For Speed game, among other news. Our big topic of the week concerns everything going on with Sony. From their recent press conference, the lawsuits being filed against them, their letter to Congress, and the planned “Welcome Back” program. It’s not all serious however. We also discuss the Smithsonian American Art Museum’s “The Art of Games” exhibit and Catherine. Don’t know what Catherine is? Well you should because it’s the focus of our contest. Want to know more? Just listen to episode 4 to find out

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