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That's pretty awesome.

Fastest Selling New Software Title in the History of PlayStation(R)3, and Fastest Selling PlayStation(R)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(TM) 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(R)3 (PS3(R)) 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(TM) disc sell-in number and download version
*2 As of July 3(rd)

 

[Silky]

C.R.E.A.M.

 

[Wario64]

Looks like that's the last of Uncharted.

 

[TacticalFox88]

3.4 million happy gamers.

I'm one of them.

Well done, ND.

 

[SomeOneInaHat]

Good

 

[WorstUsernameEver]

So it's a failure, just like Tomb Raider?

 

[Mieu]

PS3 is doomed!!!!!!

Yeah, | have to agree Auto_aim1. This is just awesome of ND. Can't wait for their next title.

 

[w1gglyjones]

Decent for a platform exclusive. Should have sold more based on the critical praise

 

[Cade]

Insane numbers. Good for Sony and good for Naughty Dog. I haven't gotten the chance to play it but it sounds well-deserved.

 

[Daingurse]

Well deserved.

 

[Sean]

Well deserved, incredible game.

I guess this pretty much guarantees another installment.

 

[Andvary]

If there is a game that deserves to sell a gazillion units, it is TLoU, congrats Naughty Dog!

 

[The Grim Heaper]

Fastest Selling New Software Title in the History of PlayStation(R)3

Wow. Fantastic job, ND and co. I finished it today and it was an amazing experience.

 

[Nirolak]

Impressive.

Looks like that's the last of Uncharted.

That's still a series averaging around 5-6 million copies on the newer entries.

I'm sure you'll be buried in it for a long, long time.

 

[leatherhat]

Holy shit. Uncharted + TLOU give sony a hell of a one two punch for ps4.

 

[Krusenstern]

Waiting for my copy to arrive. It's hard to avoid spoilers any longer.

 

[zma1013]

Nice to see a new IP with new quality gameplay rewarded.

 

[ezekial45]

That's fantastic. Well deserved.

 

[Chake]

Hopefully this would encourage companies to take risks.

 

[Krusenstern]

wow.

That was sarcasm, I think.

 

[CrimsonCrescendo]

Good for Naughty Dog. Totally deserve it.

 

[I-hate-u]

And.... TLOU2 confirmed.

 

[Mik_Pad]

Good job ND!

 

[Tagg9]

Hurray! I can see the game having some serious legs. It'll at least crack 6 million by the end of the year.

 

[enzo_gt]

Monumental achievement, good stuff ND.

 

[I-hate-u]

This game sold the same as TR on 1 platform as opposed to 3. Best selling title of the year so far no?

 

[Speevy]

WHERE'S THAT CHALK BOARD

 

[DR2K]

Is is past the break even point?

 

[RedAssedApe]

bravo

 

[Blablurn]

damn

 

[Mr.Fresh]

Great numbers, Naughty Dog is gonna be amazing next gen!

 

[fastmower]

That's great to hear!!! I love the game. I'm doing my survivor run now

 

[VanWinkle]

Wow, craziness. Well deserved, obviously.

 

[AOC83]

So it's a failure, just like Tomb Raider?

Tomb Raider needed a few months to reach this number as far as i remember. Oh and of course on 3 platforms.

 

[Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew]

Seems like the first PS3 exclusive game getting this level of boost (EDIT: LOL! It somewhat says that in the first line) Its always COD, Halo or Gears getting these PRs with millions attached to it.

Well deserved. Great game, great advertisement, great sale.

 

[makingmusic476]

With God of War seemingly fading a way, it seems that their biggest sellers are now Gran Turismo, Uncharted, and the Last of Us.

Maybe the ps4's launch window can elevate Killzone and Infamous to similar levels.

 

[Mucudadada]

Fantastic!

Congrats, ND.

 

[amar212]

Do we know production budget and development time figures?

 

[JehutyRunner]

JOE APPROVES.

Massively deserved, but even that is a bit of an understatement. Well done to all the team at Naughty Dog.

 

[Go_Ly_Dow]

Weren't TR figures also over 3 months?

 

[raven777]

Fastest Selling New Software Title in the History of PlayStation(R)3

This means title that is not a sequel to a franchise, but a brand new title?

 

[Silky]

Waiting for my copy to arrive. It's hard to avoid spoilers any longer.

You are the bravest soul, daring to traverse a Last of Us related thread without being spoiled.

Spoiler

You're going to /love/ this game.

 

[JABEE]

With God of War seemingly fading a way, it seems that their biggest sellers are now Gran Turismo, Uncharted, and the Last of Us.

Maybe the ps4's launch window can elevate Killzone and Infamous to similar levels.

I don't understand this at all. How is God of War fading away? Didn't III and the Collections sell a lot?

Also, The Last of Us deserves its success. Brilliant game.

 

[illmatic22]

Get that paper ND!

 

[truestatic]

Tomb Raider needed a few months to reach this number as far as i remember. Oh and of course on 3 platforms.

One month. Came out March 5. Was declared a 3.4 million sales disappointment before April.

 

[WorstUsernameEver]

That was sarcasm, I think.

Yeah, I guess I should be clear because you always run the risk of being misunderstood: I was being facetious and referring to the infamous Tomb Raider not meeting projections news. 3.4 million sales is pretty impressive IMO, especially considering we're dealing with an exclusive that is also a new IP. (Granted, from an acclaimed developer and with a lot of marketing muscle behind it.)

Anyway, I've heard plenty of good things about The Last of Us and I'm curious to try it myself, hopefully it'll match the praise and sales it garnered when I play it. (Or alternatively, hopefully it will, at least, not suck.)

 

[rafaelr]

well deserved, congrats ND!

 

[Replicant]

Hurray! I can see the game having some serious legs. It'll at least crack 6 million by the end of the year.

If that happens, EA would have been jelly since that's the kind of number they're hoping to see from the sales of Dead Space 3.

 

[Krilekk]

This means title that is not a sequel to a franchise, but a brand new title?

Yeah, fastest overall is probably Modern Warfare 3.

 

[red731]

Deserved and rising.