LittleBigPlanet could lead to big PS3 sales figures
24 Sep 2007 17:53
An innovative upcoming game for the PlayStation 3, LittleBigPlanet, could be the title that gives the console a much-needed boost.Sony's next-gen console has not sold as quickly as its rivals, notably the Nintendo Wii, and critics have said this is because of its high price and lack of must-have games.
However, having seen a demo of the game, Wedbush Morgan analyst Michael Pachter said he thought it could help Sony shift more units.
Speaking to Gamesindustry.biz he said: "I believe it could be a console mover. The game is really innovative, and I think it adds a family element that is so far missing from both the Xbox 360 and the PS3.
"If they can accompany that game's launch with a price cut (or a lower priced SKU), I think we'll see a spike in sales."
Meanwhile Microsoft has said that it is concentrating on pushing its Xbox 360 console in Europe.
Speaking to Bloomberg the company's Aaron Greenberg said: "The number one objective is to win on a global basis and that may mean winning some markets and losing others. Europe is our priority focus right now."
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