Console Makers Respond to July Sales Data

As is just about always the case after the NPD sales numbers come out, the console manufacturers have all released their own statements to remind everyone how incredible they are and how the number mean they are the best. Chances are you already know that your favorite console maker is the best, but lets find out if some hyperbole can change your mind.

Nintendo is happy with taking the top two spots of hardware sales along with five game titles taking up the top 10. "Great hardware goes hand-in-hand with great software,” said Cammie Dunaway. Nintendo would also like you to know that they represent 73 percent of the hand-held sales market for July. Cammie is currently getting her den wallpapered in $50 bills. It's a good look.

When you aren't Nintendo then you pull the strong momentum card which is what Sony chose to do. "Our year-to-date sales growth of 99% for the PS3 reaffirms that consumers ...