A photo on Maxconsole.net shows a surprising 72 PS3 preorders still available at a European retailer — with the release of the system coming this Friday. There have been a lot of conflicting reports regarding the status of PS3 interest in Europe. Some claim that there’s a frenzy in the UK. Others have suggested that there is an ominous lack of interest in the machine. of interest in the machine. Sony is already doing some pre-emptive damage control by explaining why there may be an excess of PS3s on store shelves when the PS3 makes its European debut.
It’s anyone’s guess as to what the real truth is, with so many spin doctors already having put their respective slant on the launch. Regardless of what is being said, the upcoming launch will prove to be a crucial point for Sony to establish the PS3 as a hit.
