r505Matt said:
Sorry but this is completely wrong. Some of us have done the exact math, and while I don't remember the exact results, Sony has lost about 5-5.5 billion on the PS3 thus far, and MS has lost something around 2.5 (like 2.513 or something). Something to note, the MS numbers are for the EDD since 360 development (which you can find if you go through the annual reports), but the Sony number is provided by Sony itself. Also, it's now more like 2.138 for the EDD, and MS has been posting profit for the EDD for a while now (almost a year I believe). Sony's game division has yet to post profit, and while it's quite likely they may (either very soon, or in a few more months), it still hasn't happened yet. And it's important to note the fact that MS is profiting more and more (even with a 12% decrease in revenue) and Sony has yet to post profit in relation to the PS3. So it's very silly to even try and argue that Sony is even close before anyone needs to "admit PS3's victory over the 360". Frankly, in terms of profit, I'm not so sure it's even possible for Sony to get 2nd place this generation. Revenue, totally possible, but profit? It's so unlikely at this point. They'd have to make an extra 3.5ish billion in profit over MS (keyword extra), and considering MS is one of the most profitable companies, I just don't see it happening. @OP, Good for Sony! Hope they can keep it up, and push the momentum further. |
Microsoft have lost over 4 billion dollars on the original Xbox. If the 2.5 billion is in reference to the 360, then I think, yeah that's right.
Still, they're in a much healthier position than Sony.
But it is refreshing to see Sony on the right track.
Rockstar: Announce Bully 2 already and make gamers proud!
Kojima: Come out with Project S already!