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PlayStation 2 Now 50 Million Strong In North America

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PlayStation 2, the star console of last generation, has sold through an impressive 50 million units in North America alone, Sony announced today. Originally launched in 2000 at a price point of $300, the PS2 now costs just $130 -- making it a very attractive buy for consumers, especially those making their first step into the world of gaming. SCEA marketing manager John Koller agrees:[blockquote2]The people buying it are no longer the early adopters and hardcore gamers, but rather, lower-income consumers and families who want to get into — or back into — gaming.[/blockquote2]With worldwide PS2 sales still brisk, it’s clear that Sony will be keeping it around for some time to come — perhaps even far beyond the promised ten year lifecycle.
 
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