Sony Computer Entertainment's current-gen console, the PlayStation 4, has sold more than 6 million units worldwide as of Tuesday, March 2.
The console has beat out its Microsoft rival, the Xbox one, almost two to one in sales, according to the Independent. The Xbox One has sold about 3.5 million since its respective launch date.
"I am absolutely delighted that PS4 is off to such a great start in Japan," Andrew House, President and Group CEO of Sony Computer Entertainment Inc., said in a statement. "The responses we have received for the PS4 system's integrated social capabilities have been phenomenal, and I couldn't be more thrilled that gamers are utilizing these unique features to engage, share, play and connect with users around the world. SCE will continue to expand the world of PlayStation by growing its library of breakthrough games and bringing more innovative features and services only possible on PS4."
According to Sony's news release, the PS4 received a boost in sales due to its launch in Japan. The console has sold more than 370,000 copies since its Feb. 22 release date. Sony's PS4 is currently available in 57 countries worldwide.
"PS4 software sales also remain strong with more than 13.7 million copies sold in retail stores worldwide and through digital downloads on PlayStation Store as of March 2, 2014," Sony said in a news release. "Over 30 exciting titles are available from SCE Worldwide Studios (SCE WWS) and the industry's best software developers and publishers, including the independent development community."
Some of the most popular titles for the PS4 include "Killzone Shadow Fall," "Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag," "Call of Duty: Ghosts," and "FIFA '14." PS4 owners can also look forward to the upcoming release of Konami's "Metal Gear Solid V: Groud Zeroes" and Ubisoft's highly anticipated "Watch Dogs" title.
