Oh how the console war rages on. I recently had to make predictions about what I thought would happen in 2015 and I said that while cross-play would boost the sales of Xbox One, I still thought the PS4 would be dominant. With the January numbers revealed, it appears that my Nostradamus skills may actually be proved.
The NPD group has put out their numbers for January and much of it is what you’d expect – spending is down after the holidays. What I find interesting is that they claim that retail sales data across hardware, software and accessories is down 6% since January 2014. Remember, the NPD can only look at retail sales figures; we know that digital sales have gone through the roof this year, responsible for almost half of all revenue for a bunch of publishers. This means two things, the NPD data on everything other than hardware will becoming increasingly irrelevant, and this 6% decrease was more than compensated for with the uptick in digital.
Seeing as we can only really rely on the hardware reporting from the NPD, it’s interesting to see the combined new generation successes.
The combined hardware install base of PS4 and Xbox One is close to 60 percent higher than the cumulative hardware totals for Xbox 360 and PS3 at the same point in their lifecycles (after 15 months).
So people are picking up the consoles way faster this time around. I think the price points make a difference, but I also think people in general are more willing to fork out cash for pricy gadgets than they were in the past. It’s all about having the latest and greatest toy now, and with both consoles working brilliantly as media centers, it makes sense for them to be selling even faster this time around. Of one of those consoles has to sell more than the other, and in January 2015 it was the PS4 again. That’s with the price drop from Xbox One, again. It’s particularly strange considering that the US was always Xbox country, and now the PS4 is so dominant there. Even with all the extra features for ‘mericans, the Xbox One just can’t get people to buy it over the PS4.
It really is strange to me – if I were in the States I’d probably have bought an Xbox One first. Yes, I’d still buy both consoles, but the Xbox One’s tie in with media is far superior in the States compared to here. But that doesn’t seem to be what’s happening.
Last Updated: February 13, 2015
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 08:49
I really cant decide between a PS4 or Xbox one, but i know my decision will be easier when Windows 10 and DX12 gets released, then we will see if the Xbox can reach that mystical 1080p.
Jeremy
February 13, 2015 at 15:08
I’d roll with xb1 honestly. I guarantee within a year and half xb1 will be right back on top just like last gen. With windows 10 , direct x 12 … the extra processor , everything is lining up in xb1’s favor.
Zach Dolbeare
February 13, 2015 at 16:36
Go with the games you want. The pixel argument is irrelevant.
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 08:50
PS4 has had some amazing bundles and deals. Xbox One is still a little bit more expensive. House and Home though had the console on special for R4999.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 08:52
I am still waiting for the House and Home in Windhoek to start selling Xbox One and PS4 consoles, its very strange that they still don’t have any..:
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 09:43
I didn’t know consoles find their way to Namibia.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 10:51
LOL Dude Namibia is growing on a rapid rate, i mean Namibia has better Internet infrastructure then SA, we even have Porsche/Bentley/Jaguar/Ferrari/Aston Martin dealerships, but everything is ridiculously expensive, an example, the cheapest flat that you can rent, if you want a nice place will cost you R8500 a month, and that’s like what we consider cheap lol
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 12:32
Thanks, I’ll keep my South Africa, poor internet and blackouts and all XD
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 12:51
LOL
Blackronin357
February 13, 2015 at 13:33
do better research, its actual the cheaper of the pair. The Xbox one is $50 bucks cheaper.
I’m hoping I can grab a ps4 bundle once bloodborne comes out. I think most of this Gen wants to hate Microsoft and Xbox, just cuz now. They’ve done a great job turning the one into a media center and game console. 1080p has been done, but across the board, it has been harder to optimize for to get that. Hopefully, dx12 will close that gap of pixels and sales. Especially once cross play becomes a mainstream thing!
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 08:52
That’s because PS4 ate their Pro-Nutro for energy, while Xbox went for Fruity Pebbles.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 08:53
Why everybody always hating on my boy Cena, i just don’t get people these days lol
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 08:54
Because he can’t wrestle. He has the worst move set ever. He’s the Bieber of wrestling
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 08:58
Nah, he can. He’s just never allowed to, like so many of them.
I don’t hate him, I just hate how predictable everything about him is, his boring character, and yes that repetitive move-set. We want the People’s Champion, but he’s the Children’s Champion.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:01
He looks like a stumbling mummy in the ring. Give me CM Punk or Brock Lesnar. They look like they now what they’re doing
Dutch Matrix
February 13, 2015 at 09:07
Bah! Wrestling’s gone bland! Bring back colorful characters in the line of Razor Ramone, Doink the Clown, Earthquake, The Junkyard Dog. Hell, just make it entertaining again!
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:08
Oh it’s true!
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 09:10
True dat yo!
It’s so damn boring these days. If it wasn’t for NXT I wouldn’t be watching any wrestling.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:18
Seems like NXT surpassed RAW it self lol, yeah i really wish that the attitude era returns but that will never happen.
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 09:45
NXT is WWE’s best product. Even the Divas matches put some of the male wrestlers on RAW to shame.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:09
Brock is one of the only reasons i still watch, that dude is more overpowered than Evolves Wraith, but he does a good job with the title, it would be cool if he does more work in the ring though.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:10
He’s diet probably consists of orphans XD
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 09:11
Orphans that he created, by eating their parents first.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:11
BWAHAHAHAHA!
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:12
LOL
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:11
LOL!! I saw a few interviews of Brock, he is actually a cool dude, plat opi aarde sal n mens se.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:05
I like Cena, since he came on the scene, but i agree with you, WWE wont allow him to Evolve just because he is the top merchandise seller to kids, a Heel turn for him would be great to see.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:02
I know hes bland, boring and gets shoved down people’s throat’s, what i don’t get is why people hold it against him as if he makes all the choices and owns the company, why don’t people get that they are told what to do, its scripted, like how the shows just get more crappy by poor writers, and common, Cena does allot for underprivileged kids, though it may count as a marketing strategy lol
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:08
One cool thing about him is how he divides the crowd. One half shouting lets go Cena (The women and the teens) and the other half shouts Cena sucks (The Men) Mostly I think the problem is that their are more talented wrestlers like Daniel Bryan in their roster and people know this, they’d rather see them get a push than Vanilla Ice.
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:16
True lol, i agree on that, if Vince can only stop bragging about how much money Cena makes him at the weekly Freemasons meeting.
AfricanTimeZA
February 13, 2015 at 09:30
do they still make gay porn, or has WWE/MMA/UFC completely replaced it…?
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:32
LOL!
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 09:34
Pro-tip – never ask someone who does MMA training if their favourite position is the rear naked mount.
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 09:44
I’m not a Cena fan, and he’s not the most technical wrestler. But he has had way too many 5-star matches to say he can’t wrestle.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:50
Granted, the triple threat a the Royal Rumble was pretty good.Or maybe because he was just one third of the match.
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 09:59
That match was fantastic, match of the year so far. When there’s a big match Cena can deliver. But Seth Rollins showed that he belonged.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 10:02
Agreed. I’m not quite sold on Roman Reigns yet.
Brandon van Reenen
February 13, 2015 at 10:48
Me neither. But they seem adamant to force him down our throats. He is essentially Cena 2.0. The only difference is Cena is a little more interesting in the ring, charismatic on the mic and doesn’t get exhausted after 12 minutes.
L337J1MB0B
February 13, 2015 at 08:53
I think no one gives a rats about cross-play on X1.. at least not in present form.
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 08:57
lol
i think alot of people care about cross-play to be honest, and i think your dislike of the console is showing. so anything positive about the console you would diss
o well, haters gonna hate
Spathi
February 13, 2015 at 10:03
That’s rich coming from you 😉
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 11:00
sorry what the hell you talking about?
Spathi
February 13, 2015 at 11:12
I’m saying you aren’t exactly objective when it comes to Sony or MS either.
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 11:15
huh? why would I object?
plz be more specific, as you arent making much sense
Spathi
February 13, 2015 at 11:26
You accused Jimbob for not being objective. I implied that you also weren’t exactly objective. That’s it!
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 11:35
he is openly against xbox almost daily on forums, please view his history (click his name)
id like you to point out me being against ps4 recently etc?
so yes your comment doesnt make much sense
Spathi
February 13, 2015 at 12:25
Ag ffs, really. Go read your own history and tell me you weren’t against Sony. Not that I give a fuck, but I really dislike hypocrites.
Well, enough time spent on idiots on the net for today.
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 12:36
oO dem be fighting words with no substance
nice one and enjoy your day
no clue, why you have said the things you have an clearly have no proof
ROFL
Pieter Kruger
February 13, 2015 at 12:36
Haak haak, Sony is kak……..objectively that is! ????
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 12:47
I actually think you have confused me with someone else
and now you blindly being weird
L337J1MB0B
February 13, 2015 at 14:11
I have a Xbox 360 which I play on frequently and plan on buying an X1 one day when I can afford it… so no I don’t hate anything Xbox. I just poke a little fun at some of the fanboys on this site from time to time. But my opinion about the streaming was 100% sincere.
L337J1MB0B
February 13, 2015 at 10:07
People who play games on console aren’t interested in streaming games to PC, because well their preference is console.
Spathi
February 13, 2015 at 10:34
I think that being able to stream your PC games to Xbox is actually nice. Yes, I use Steam (or a long HDMI) for that currently, but still, it will be nice. But no, it will not make me buy a Xbox just for that.
SojournZA
February 13, 2015 at 10:43
firstly you limiting the streaming option one way which it isnt.
secondly I would love to have the option to play games on the pc when my wife wants to watch TV, its a free option which you are opposing, seems silly. I can then also play games with friends via my laptop in bed etc
thirdly, this will open up the tech and ecosystem, to newer things which should be embraced, and not be sneered on by the few, like minded.
L337J1MB0B
February 13, 2015 at 14:10
Right now the only option is streaming one way, that’s why I said “in it’s current form”. Yes I agree that it is a nifty free option which I’m sure some people will use, but it’s not going to sell consoles.. that’s all I was trying to say. I have a PC and consoles but the option to stream something to my PC doesn’t interest me in the slightest.
Raptor Rants A Lot:Original #7
February 13, 2015 at 08:58
Meh
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:00
The way XBOX released only in certain territories at the start didn’t help either. Plus their refusal to part with the Kinect and their reveal meant they had a disastrous start. Plus Titanfall and Sunset Overdrive may not be the system sellers they hoped it would have been. Cross platform may help but consoles are meant to be convenient. Do you really want to run a PC and and XBOX just to play Street Fighter 5?
Ghost In The Rift
February 13, 2015 at 09:25
If it means i may play console exclusives on my PC while my Girlfriend hogs the TV because of Masterchef, I say HELL YES…XD
oVg
February 13, 2015 at 09:00
The people have spoken.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:09
Bloodborne, The Order, No mans Sky, Uncharted and later Street fighter V. Plus there’s rumours that the Witcher 3 will outperform the XBOX on the PS4
oVg
February 13, 2015 at 09:16
http://i.kinja-img.com/gawker-media/image/upload/s–eybaXZtb–/c_fit,fl_progressive,q_80,w_636/18dwfvh3dp9ejgif.gif
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 09:24
The best part of that is how peaceful The Jacket looks. He’s like, “Oh well…”
oVg
February 13, 2015 at 09:28
There is always Zynga to fcuk up 😛
Blood Emperor Trevor
February 13, 2015 at 09:33
You mean “restructure”
HairyEwok
February 13, 2015 at 09:30
A fake mini pony pooping out sparkles….. yup that’s Japanese certified for sure.
Hammersteyn
February 13, 2015 at 09:33
rofl
Tosh "Did he just say that?"
February 13, 2015 at 09:54
These are the same people responsible for Justin Bieber, Miley Cyrus and Niki Minaj being famous. Let them talk, it’s falling on deaf ears.
Loftus
February 13, 2015 at 09:01
Me thinks people are buying specific console for specific exclusive titles, and to my mind Playstation
has won that “games race”
Einlanzer
February 13, 2015 at 10:26
ps4 may have beat the xbox one in the games race, but there is another console out there that beat them both by a mile.
Lisa
February 13, 2015 at 11:09
PS2?
Einlanzer
February 13, 2015 at 16:39
well, yeah. the PS2 game library is nearly unmatched, but i’m talking current generations.
Fnuik
February 13, 2015 at 09:02
“and with both consoles working brilliantly as media centers”
I wouldn’t exactly call the ps4 a media centre at the moment, thats why I still have my ps3.
Loftus
February 13, 2015 at 09:04
one of the many factors i haven’t gotten my Ps4…the other being money to buy it. hahaha
AfricanTimeZA
February 13, 2015 at 09:40
the ps4 is a media centre in the same way leapfrog is for hardcore gamers
Her Highness the Hipster
February 13, 2015 at 09:44
I also use my PS3 as my media center, but Geoff assures me this is just because i’m stuck in my ways.
Fnuik
February 13, 2015 at 09:47
Maybe Geoff should write a article to teach us backwards people how to get the most out of our ps4’s then
Guest
February 13, 2015 at 10:57
Meanwhile in WiiU land
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