We just got a press release from Microsoft confirming the Xbox 360 is the next big thing in Australia.

The report released today estimated 30,421 Xbox 360s had been sold in Australia during the four days between launch on Thursday, March 23 through to Sunday, March 26.

This is the highest recorded launch sales figure for consoles in Australia; against the Nintendo GameCube (9,190 in May 2002), original Xbox (6,672 in March 2002) and Sony PlayStation 2 (3,366 in November 2000). It also betters sales for the best selling handheld, Sony’s PSP (27,055 in September 2005).

30,421 may not seem like many but as you can, compared to other launches in Australia, it is well on the way to becoming a sucess down under.

PS: There could be something else to celebrate in the next month

To celebrate the successful introduction, Xbox will hold a special celebration next month. Further details of the event will be released soon.

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