OREANDA-NEWS. Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCE) today announced that the PlayStation(r)4 (PS4(tm)) computer entertainment system has cumulatively sold through more than 6.0 million units globally as of March 2, 2014 (JST). This also includes the 370,000 units sold through in Japan since its launch on February 22.

PS4 software sales also remain strong with more than 13.7 million copies sold in retail stores worldwide and through digital downloads on PlayStation(r)Store as of March 2, 2014 (JST). Over 30 exciting titles are available from SCE Worldwide Studios (SCE WWS) and the industry's best software developers and publishers, including the independent development community. This incredible line-up reflects the strong support for PS4 among developers and publishers, and has led the platform's accelerated momentum and expansion.

Many users have been taking advantage of the features and benefits of the PlayStation(r)Plus (PS Plus) membership service since the PS4 launch. In addition to existing members, more than half of PS4 owners are enjoying the benefits of PS Plus, demonstrating the explosive growth of the membership service. Subscribers have access to a wide variety of features such as exclusive game discounts, cloud game saves and "Instant Game Collection," which allows members to play full versions of popular titles from third party developers and publishers, as well as from SCE WWS, at no extra cost. PS4 owners have also been enjoying services such as online multiplayer and automatic patch downloads and installations.

Gamers continue to take advantage of the PS4 system's deep social features to share experiences with friends around the world. More than 100 million shares have been captured via the "SHARE" button on the Wireless Controller (DUALSHOCK(r)4) and more than 3.6 million gameplay broadcasts have been streamed from PS4 systems via video streaming platforms, Twitch and Ustream. The gameplay broadcasts generated more than 56 million spectate sessions. PS4 owners are connecting with millions of gamers around the globe, and are not only enjoying conventional gameplay, but are also immersing themselves in more dynamic, interactive entertainment experiences only possible on PlayStation.

The PS4 system is currently available in 57 countries worldwide.