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GameStop, the largest videogame retailer in the US, has called the PSP launch a tremendous success. Many of the 1,800 GameStop stores opened at 12.01am on Thursday 24th March in order to let their customers get their hands on the PSP as soon as possible.
“GameStop was proud to be among the first retailers, at the stroke of midnight, to offer our customers the ability to purchase their PSP, along with all accessories and hot titles available at launch, during these midnight openings. We try to make these events a ‘celebration,’ and strive to ensure our customers are amongst the first to have the product. We believe that our buy-sell-trade program affords all of our customers the ability to own any system(s) and games that they desire the most,” said Jack Beuttell, Senior Vice President Marketing and Merchandising. “Our successful launch proves that the market is ready for a state-of-the-art portable unit that, in its early stage, has even greater potential with the continuous availability of additional games, movies and accessories. We expect that sales of Sony’s revolutionary new PSP system will continue to be strong throughout the year, and this system promises to be a great entertainment value for teens and adults alike.”
Other sources claim that the launch was somewhat muted, with various stores still carrying plenty of stock despite the fears of mass shortages. We will bring you news on official sales figures as soon as they are released.
If you weren’t one of the launch night buyers or you happen to live in Europe where the PSP hasn’t been released yet, why not console yourself with our PSP video feature. A ten minute look at the console and a number of games might make the wait a little bit easier.
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