PSP hardware and software sales for Q1 2008

***wraggster*** · July 29th, 2008, 21:15

News via pspfanboy

The first quarter of Sony's new fiscal year (Apr-Jun 2008) has proved to be quite successful for the PlayStation brand. The gaming division posted a profit of $51 million, a stark change from PS3 loss-driven quarters in the past. PSP played a significant role in bringing PlayStation to profitability, with increasing hardware and software sales.

During this period, PSP sold 3.72 million units worldwide. This is an increase of 75% over Q1 2008. Software sales went up to 11.8 million units, an increase of 20%. While improving software sales is a good sign, this total still trails significant earnings from both the PS2 and PS3.

PSP has been meeting incredible success all over the world, especially in Japan. With sales the way they are now, there's little reason to believe the trend will change any time soon.

**JKKDARK** · July 29th, 2008, 21:40

Yes, I don't understand how the PSP is doing so well lately on Japan.

**Seven7** · July 29th, 2008, 22:33

Hi there. Small typo. It's not 2009 yet. Just letting you know, thanks.

**Veskgar** · July 30th, 2008, 00:05

It appears that the PSP has never been hotter. For that reason I am left shaking my head in disbelief as to why game releases and quality firmware feature updates have slowed to a standstill.

However, this is typical this time of year. Starting in September, a slew of great games usually start flooding the market in preparation for the holiday season.

I wish Capcom would release another MegaMan "Powered Up" game. Maybe based on the second or third MegaMan. Also a MegaMan Maverick Hunter X2 would be a logical sequal to make as well.

Either way though, its comforting to see that even after 3 years, the PSP will likely continue doing well for years to come.