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Impossible to predict Vita's success from Japanese launch, says Sony. We make a prediction anyway

GamesRadar - Don't look too closely at the Japanese launch of PS Vita to second-guess how the handheld's launch will pan-out when its released next month in the US and UK. That's the message from PlayStation's European President and CEO, Jim Ryan.

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Les-Grossman4484d ago

Since it failed in Japan. It is probably for the best to not use that launch to predict things

Virtual_Reality4484d ago

What is the word Fail mean to you?

smashcrashbash4484d ago (Edited 4484d ago )

Don't you know that everyone on N4G is wired directly into Sony's company? They know exactly what everything means and can predict the failure of everything with pinpoint accuracy. There is no way it could not go the way they say it will. Just like with the PS1, PSP and PS2.Sony doesn't know anything compared to the people who write on blogs and gaming sites. They know it all and can see the future before it even happens

metsgaming4484d ago (Edited 4484d ago )

how does this guy have the same amount of bubbles i do, I mean REALLY !?!?!

I bet you also think the psp failed aswell right?

on topic - it should launch better than the psp did in those regions

KonaBro4484d ago

A brand new handheld at that price doing 500k in the same month that the 3DS had Mario Kart 7 and Mario 3D Land is fine. It's no doing gangbuster numbers like everyone tries to apply to everything. We have no idea how the Vita will do in America so making comments like yours is asinine at best.

Raider694484d ago (Edited 4484d ago )

Im sure the Vita will not do better in US or EU than it did in Japan.If Sony dont get the price down im even more sure.The playsation brand always sold better in Japan so the japannese sales are only an indication of whats to come if Sony dont get a slice in the price or at least give some better incentives like a free game or bundle a memmory card with it.Not to mention that we have a new home console on the way,the WII U and some people are already saving for it and by doing so, Vita its not an option for the great majority of does people.

ronin4life4484d ago (Edited 4484d ago )

I don't think it will be as successful (focusing on the launch window timeframe) as many n4g regulars believe it will be, but outside that I'm not quite sure.
It isn't facing the same situation it was in Japan, and may have an easier time here. Although, that's not to say it has absolutely no complications to face in the west either.

darthv724484d ago

the sega mega drive didnt have nearly the success in JP as it did in Eur or the US. Just because something doesnt sell well in one area doesnt mean that will be the same in other areas.

Often times people make fun of the 360 sales in JP and yet it does much better elsewhere in the world. Same could be said about many different gaming platforms from console to handhelds.

The bulk of a consoles sales are from two things. Price and selection of games. When you have both then you sell loads. JP sales of the vita will start to hit their stride when at least one of those two are met.

pupa4484d ago

Can anyone say Price-point? Common man if the price could have been just a tad lower.

akaFullMetal4484d ago

For what you can do with that, the price point is great. I don't see how people think this is too expensive, when phones and ipods cost more.

Virtual_Reality4484d ago

The Portable is fine, it could cost more than $300 or $400, that hardware is basically top notch quality.

But the memories to save data is the overpriced thing.

Kurisu4484d ago

I can't predict sales, but I can guarantee you that there will be at least 1 Vita sold on the UK launch: MINE!

darthv724484d ago

i was going to say the same thing.

akaFullMetal4484d ago

I find it so funny that people think that the ps vita is so expensive now that the 3ds is cheaper. When the 3ds launched at 250 nobody thought that either were too expensive. I just keep hearing it will fail because of phones taking the market away and the price point. Everything the psv can do is awesome at that price, but people think its too expensive but will by an Ipod touch for almost the same price, which isn't on par with the vita.

maniacmayhem4484d ago

***When the 3ds launched at 250 nobody thought that either were too expensive.***

I believe people did think the 3DS was too expensive which is probably the reason the big N slashed the price so quickly.

Titanz4484d ago (Edited 4484d ago )

I'm not arguing with you. Just pointing out the obvious misconception about the value of a 3DS bundle.

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5 Amazing Side Quests In Games That You Need To Experience

While gamers usually take notice of the mainline missions, these 5 side quests deserve more widespread attention for how entertaining they are.

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Original Final Fantasy 7 - Is it Worth Playing in 2024?

Final Fantasy 7 has come back under the spotlight thanks to the release of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, but is it worth replaying the original?

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ravens5216d ago

Got to Zacks part in 7 Rebirth. Said f it. Finishing my game in 7 og. Just got to part 2 yesterday. I also got Crisis Core... So it'll be a while before I'm back to Rebirth. I just keep thinking about it too smh, want to get back to playing it. Not till I know Zacks story though. I beat 7 og sooooooo long ago, it's crazy going through it again and remembering things.

MrNinosan16d ago (Edited 16d ago )

Got to Zacks part in Rebirth?
You mean you started the game and turned it off?
The game starts with Zack...

ravens5216d ago

... Really 🤓 lol. His second part, I've played for 80hrs lmao. <---- PS5 Run time, probably not all game time. You guys know how it goes.

VIK212115d ago (Edited 15d ago )

Did you not ever play the OG FF7? After you recruit Vincent, later in the game, disc 3, return to that basement and look at the pod, there's a whole Zack story that'll trigger as a memory.... it's well hidden in the game and a lot of things regarding Zack are cleared up. FF7 Crisis Core is basically an extend feature of that hidden flashback... It took me years to discover it back then lol

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MrNinosan15d ago

@ravens52
80 hours in Rebirth by doing everything, and you should've reached Zacks story about 5 times 🤣

ravens5215d ago

Ye I kno that's y I said not all gameplay time. But also I am very anal when it comes to exploring.

ravens5215d ago

Not to mention fighting Titan at his full strength. Hours spent trying still haven't succeeded. Found all 3 ruins but I'ma masochist when it comes to games.

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Barlos16d ago

Very much so. Graphically it's dated but the story and the gameplay haven't aged a day. It's still one of my all time favourite RPGs and for me is better than Remake in some ways.

Barlos16d ago (Edited 16d ago )

It always takes me back to Christmas 1997, I got it as a gift and I was blown away when I played it. I couldn't believe games could look that good. The combination of pre rendered backgrounds and FMV really made it stand out. It definitely still has a certain charm that modern games can't replicate.

I can't imagine people will still be talking about Remake and Rebirth in 27 years.

Tapani15d ago

Fully agreed. To me the atmosphere, pacing, gameplay and music are all better than in the remake.

Rebel_Scum16d ago

Yes, play this, skip remake, start rebirth for new players.

I_am_Batman16d ago

Skip Remake? That's terrible advice.

leahcim16d ago

Remake is so amazing, pure FFVII Love, play it on PS5 please! aww the graphics the battles, the music... a dream come true.

Rebel_Scum16d ago (Edited 16d ago )

I disagree Batman

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9 Best PlayStation Vita Metroidvania Games

Uncover secrets, defeat challenging bosses, and upgrade your arsenal in these exciting Metroidvania titles on the PlayStation Vita.

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