December NPD: 360 surpasses 28 million sold worldwide, says Microsoft

By Mike

Following December’s NPD results, Microsoft has revealed that the Xbox 360 has now sold 28 million units worldwide which the company says puts it ahead of the PlayStation 3 by 8 million units.

“Our goal for 2008 was to reach new audiences by bringing ground-breaking games and entertainment to Xbox 360,” said Don Mattrick, Microsoft’s senior VP.

“Looking forward, new waves of innovation will extend our position as the global leader in interactive entertainment.”

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Thanks, GI.

By Mike Bowden