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ByEllie Gibson
September 30, 2005 13:47
Ten years to the day after the original PlayStation went on sale in North America, the console has been awarded an Emmy for Outstanding Achievement in Technology and Advanced New Media.
The original PlayStation "pioneered the 3D polygonal-based gaming experience," don't you know, and more than 100 million units have now been sold worldwide.
"When the concept for PlayStation was in its infancy in the early 1990s, we had a dream to elevate the quality of computer graphics from a 2D-based environment to a rich, realistic 3D experience," said uberbigwig Ken Kutaragi.
"At the same time, we intended to bring in a new form of entertainment through the living room in a manner that would allow people all over the world to enjoy the pleasures of interactive entertainment. "Even with this lofty goal in mind, the achievement and market acceptance for PlayStation have exceeded my wildest expectations.
Source:Euro Gamer
