General Gaming Sales/Charts Discussion

[Daft]

Nice, it deserves it. Completed it this weekend and it was sublime and just brilliant. Game of this generation, no doubt in my mind.

[liger05]

Convinced? They manufactured sub-standard products that would encounter an RROD and would force people to buy a new one or pay a repair - most people doing the former for the relative price difference. It's disgusting. As shit as they're doing, I can at least say in Nintendo's favour I've rarely/never had to repair a console; and when I have I haven't paid a penny in the whole affair.

 

Just saying Nintendo wouldnt even accept responsibility for the 3DS top screen scratching issue and even then were still producing 3DS's with the same design fault.

 

Week 26, 2013 - Individual Formats (Units)

 

01 (01) PS3 THE LAST OF US (SONY COMPUTER ENT.)

02 (NE) 360 MINECRAFT: XBOX 360 EDITION (MICROSOFT)

03 (02) 3DS ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW LEAF (NINTENDO)

04 (NE) PC THE SIMS 3: ISLAND PARADISE (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

05 (03) 360 FIFA 13 (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

06 (NE) 360 DEADPOOL (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD)

07 (NE) PC COMPANY OF HEROES 2 (SEGA)

08 (12) PS3 FIFA 13 (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

09 (06) 360 CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS II (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD)

10 (NE) PS3 DEADPOOL (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD)

11 (05) 3DS LUIGI'S MANSION 2 (NINTENDO)

12 (07) 360 TOMB RAIDER (SQUARE ENIX EUROPE)

13 (09) 360 INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US (WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE)

14 (08) PS3 TOMB RAIDER (SQUARE ENIX EUROPE)

15 (17) 360 ASSASSIN'S CREED III UBISOFT)

16 (15) PS3 GOD OF WAR: ASCENSION SONY COMPUTER ENT.)

17 (18) 360 FAR CRY 3 (UBISOFT)

18 (11) PS3 FAR CRY 3 (UBISOFT)

19 (24) PS3 ASSASSIN'S CREED III (UBISOFT)

20 (14) PS3 CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS II (ACTIVISION BLIZZARD)

21 (10) 3DS DONKEY KONG COUNTRY RETURNS (NINTENDO)

22 (19) 3DS LEGO CITY UNDERCOVER: THE CHASE BEGINS (NINTENDO)

23 (21) PS3 INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US (WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE)

24 (16) 360 DEAD ISLAND: RIPTIDE (KOCH MEDIA)

25 (25) 360 GRAND THEFT AUTO IV (TAKE 2)

26 (__) 360 ALIENS: COLONIAL MARINES (SEGA)

27 (04) PS3 MAX PAYNE 3 (TAKE 2)

28 (30) 360 BATTLEFIELD 3 (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

29 (26) PC FOOTBALL MANAGER 2013 (SEGA)

30 (28) 360 GRAND THEFT AUTO EPISODES - LIBERTY CITY (TAKE 2)

31 (20) 360 GRID 2 (CODEMASTERS)

32 (__) PS3 NEED FOR SPEED MOST WANTED (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

33 (23) 360 THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM - LEGENDARY (BETHESDA SOFTWORKS)

34 (36) 360 METRO LAST LIGHT (KOCH MEDIA)

35 (22) PS3 GRID 2 (CODEMASTERS)

36 (__) PC THE SIMS 3: UNIVERSITY LIFE (ELECTRONIC ARTS)

37 (27) 3DS NEW SUPER MARIO BROS. 2 (NINTENDO)

38 (35) 360 RED DEAD REDEMPTION: GOTY (TAKE 2)

39 (31) 360 BIOSHOCK INFINITE (TAKE 2)

40 (38) 360 NEED FOR SPEED MOST WANTED (ELECTRONIC ARTS

 

Game & Wario didnt chart so likely didnt even shift 1k. Another bomba.

Edited July 1, 2013 by liger05

[Wii]

It's a stinker of a game, has had no advertising, so it doesn't deserve to chart.

[Serebii]

Game & Wario is the epitome of a niche title

[liger05]

Game & Wario is the epitome of a niche title

 

I would say 1k in sales in niche and it probably didnt even do that.

[Serebii]

I would say 1k in sales in niche and it probably didnt even do that.

I would say 1k is a number you pulled out of your arse

[Hero-of-Time]

Game & Wario is the epitome of a niche title

 

And a bad game to boot. It doesn't deserve to chart.

[liger05]

I would say 1k is a number you pulled out of your arse

 

Really. How many sales of a game do you think it takes to reach #40?

 

The games bombed big time just like others have before it.

 

More worrying is its the #1 selling Wii u title for the week and still didnt chart so the total software sales on a weekly basis for the platform must be crazy low.

Edited July 1, 2013 by liger05

[Rummy]

Just saying Nintendo wouldnt even accept responsibility for the 3DS top screen scratching issue and even then were still producing 3DS's with the same design fault.

 

Yeah this is a bit annoying tbh, BUT one big difference with is is that it won't force you to buy a new console/neccessarily render the 3DS unusable. They won't fess up due to the floodgates it'll open, but as I said - they've still been great on repairs otherwise. Turnaround within a week or two, giving another year's warranty, they're still better than the others I'd say.

[Murr]

Well I picked up Game & Wario... I'm one of the 1000

[Hero-of-Time]

Well I picked up Game & Wario... I'm one of the 1000

 

As did I. Of course I traded it in on Saturday though.

[Rummy]

As did I. Of course I traded it in on Saturday though.

 

Lol, why so fast? Was it really that bad or you got an profit on the trade in?

[Hero-of-Time]

Lol, why so fast? Was it really that bad or you got an profit on the trade in?

 

It was really that bad. Some of the games were horrendous and felt really tacky, kinda like cheap iOS games.

 

I'm quite shocked Nintendo released this. Usually their games are of a high standard, but this felt rushed, despite it releasing 7 months after launch.

[Serebii]

Vita got a healthy boost due to the release of Toukiden

 

3DS LL 33,272

Vita 31,271

3DS 17,440

PS3 12,554

Wii U 7,060

PSP 6,492

Wii 1,338

Xbox 360 330

[Hero-of-Time]

WOW! That is quite a jump. No doubt it won't last though.

[Aneres11]

It's interesting that the 3DS original model still sells reasonably well.

 

I would have thought most would go for the XL but it's nice to see appreciation for the better smaller console.

[Rummy]

I contemplated an XL at one point, but I feel it's just over the margin of size for portability/carrying around all the time. Marcamillian just bought a 3DS for AC and he went with an original model too, can't recall his reasoning though. For me I prefer its sharper screen and size, though. Feels a bit more like what I want from a console too, if that makes any sense lol.

[Aneres11]

I contemplated an XL at one point, but I feel it's just over the margin of size for portability/carrying around all the time. Marcamillian just bought a 3DS for AC and he went with an original model too, can't recall his reasoning though. For me I prefer its sharper screen and size, though. Feels a bit more like what I want from a console too, if that makes any sense lol.

 

Yeah I agree Rummy. I had an XL before I bought my Peach 3ds and I liked it but as I mentioned at the time in 3ds console thread, it didn't feel as premium as the original.

 

Looks like there are still people buying the original model anyway then which is good to see. I knew it would be still selling but didn't expect the numbers to be as much as they are which is cool!

[Daft]

The Last of Us is first title of 2013 to hold top spot for four consecutive weeks

 

Awesome news.

[-Dem0-]

The Last of Us is first title of 2013 to hold top spot for four consecutive weeks

 

Awesome news.

 

Wow...That is an amazing achievement.

 

Project X Zone entered in at 18 which is good to see.

 

Top 40

 

1.THE LAST OF US - SONY COMPUTER ENT.

2.MINECRAFT: XBOX 360 EDITION - MICROSOFT

3.FIFA 13 - ELECTRONIC ARTS

4.ANIMAL CROSSING: NEW LEAF - NINTENDO

5.ASSASSIN'S CREED III - UBISOFT

6.TOMB RAIDER - SQUARE ENIX EUROPE

7.CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS II - ACTIVISION BLIZZARD

8.THE SIMS 3: ISLAND PARADISE - ELECTRONIC ARTS

9.DEADPOOL - ACTIVISION BLIZZARD

10.FAR CRY - UBISOFT

11.INJUSTICE: GODS AMONG US - WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE

12.NEED FOR SPEED MOST WANTED - ELECTRONIC ARTS

13.LEGO BATMAN 2: DC SUPER HEROES - WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE

14.BIOSHOCK INFINITE - TAKE 2

15.THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM - LEGENDARY - BETHESDA SOFTWORKS

16.GOD OF WAR: ASCENSION - SONY COMPUTER ENT.

17.GRID 2 - CODEMASTERS

18.PROJECT X ZONE - NAMCO BANDAI GAMES

19.LUIGI'S MANSION 2 - NINTENDO

20.LEGO THE LORD OF THE RINGS - WARNER BROS. INTERACTIVE

21.DEAD ISLAND: RIPTIDE - KOCH MEDIA

22.ALIENS: COLONIAL MARINES - SEGA

23.GRAND THEFT AUTO IV - TAKE 2

24.CRYSIS 3 - ELECTRONIC ARTS

25.BATTLEFIELD 3 - ELECTRONIC ARTS

26.SKYLANDERS GIANTS - ACTIVISION BLIZZARD

27.METRO LAST LIGHT - KOCH MEDIA

28.GRAND THEFT AUTO EPISODES - LIBERTY CITY - TAKE 2

29.RED DEAD REDEMPTION: GOTY - TAKE 2

30.THE WALKING DEAD - TELLTALE GAMES

31.LEGO CITY UNDERCOVER: THE CHASE BEGINS - NINTENDO

32.HITMAN ABSOLUTION - SQUARE ENIX EUROPE

33.MAX PAYNE 3 - TAKE 2

34.DONKEY KONG COUNTRY RETURNS - NINTENDO

35.RIDE TO HELL: RETRIBUTION - KOCH MEDIA

36.FOOTBALL MANAGER 2013 - SEGA

37.SONIC & ALL STARS RACING TRANSFORMED - SEGA

38.THE ELDER SCROLLS V: SKYRIM - BETHESDA SOFTWORKS

39.BORDERLANDS 2 - TAKE 2

40.JUST DANCE 4 – UBISOFT

 

http://ukie.info/content/ukie-week-27-2013-uk-video-games-charts

Edited July 8, 2013 by -Dem0-

[Hero-of-Time]

The Last Of Us continues to impress.

 

Fastest Selling New Software Title in the History of PlayStation®3, and Fastest Selling PlayStation®3 Title of 2013

 

TOKYO, July 9, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) today announced that the global sales of The Last of Us exceeded 3.4 million units(*1) as of July 3rd. This remarkable sales figure was achieved in less than 3 weeks since the global launch on June 14(th) . The PlayStation®3 (PS3®) exclusive title -- released to universal critical acclaim -- has surpassed all sales expectations to become the fastest-selling PS3 title of 2013(*2) .

 

The Last of Us delivers an evocative journey of survival in a world radically transformed, twenty years after a virulent pandemic of the cordyceps fungus has ravaged the human population. The rich story provides a realistic experience that explores the depths of humanity through main characters Joel and Ellie. Their journey is rife with emotionally charged moments as the narrative centers on themes of survival, loyalty, love and redemption.

 

"These sales figures are a testament to the blockbuster quality of The Last of Us," said Shuhei Yoshida, President of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios. "The teams at Naughty Dog are true visionaries and their storytelling capabilities are second to none, this title is an undisputed demonstration of that. SCE continues to be committed to delivering unique gameplay experiences that redefine the interactive entertainment industry and The Last of Us is a perfect example."

 

 

*1 Including both Blu-ray disc sell-in number and download version

*2 As of July 3(rd)

 

I'm so pleased that this is finding the success it deserves. Truly a unique gaming experience and it's great to see many other gamers are sharing this experience as well.

[Serebii]

This week in Japan

 

3DS LL 29,716

Vita 20,776

3DS 14,506

PS3 11,683

Wii U 8,251

PSP 5,768

Wii 1,334

Xbox 360 313

 

The top 10 was very Sony heavy for the first time in a while

 

3 PS3 games, 1 Vita, 1 PSP, 4 3DS and 1 360

[Daft]

GameStop stops taking PS4 pre-orders

 

I guess pre-orders are pretty relevant to the thread. All the signs are good, especially considering Sony's allotments per store are pretty big. Looks like they're going to hit the ground running.

[Serebii]

GameStop stops taking PS4 pre-orders

 

I guess pre-orders are pretty relevant to the thread. All the signs are good, especially considering Sony's allotments per store are pretty big. Looks like they're going to hit the ground running.

Pre-orders don't mean a damn thing though. The 3DS and Wii U broke pre-order records and look what happened there.

[Hero-of-Time]

GameStop stops taking PS4 pre-orders

 

I guess pre-orders are pretty relevant to the thread. All the signs are good, especially considering Sony's allotments per store are pretty big. Looks like they're going to hit the ground running.

 

Not surprising given the great buzz it has at the moment. I'm actually looking forward to see how well this and the XBOne sells when released at the end of the year. Even more so if they release the same time as the Wii U did.