PS4 vs Wii U – VGChartz Gap Charts – February 2015 Update - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 15 March 2015 / 3,333 Views
Welcome to the VGChartz Gap charts. The charts will be updated monthly and each article will focus on a different gap chart. The charts include comparisons between the 7th generation and 8th generation, as well as comparing the 8th generation consoles. All sales are worldwide, unless otherwise stated.
PS4 Vs. Wii U Global:
Gap change in latest month: 627,611 – PS4
Gap change over last 12 months: 10,276,693 – PS4
Total Lead: 10,886,167 – PS4
PS4 Total Sales: 20,215,802
Wii U Total Sales: 9,329,635
In its 16th month on sale the PlayStation 4 increased its lead over the Wii U. The PlayStation 4 outsold the Wii U by 627,611 units. The PlayStation 4 is now 10.28 million units ahead of the Wii U. The PlayStation 4 has sold 20.22 million units, while the Wii U has sold 9.33 million units.
The PlayStation 4 launched in North America and Europe in November 2013. The PlayStation 4 launched on November 15 in North America and November 29 in Europe. The Wii U launched in November 2012.
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A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel dedicated to gaming Let's Plays and tutorials. Outside, in the real world, he has a passion for the outdoors which includes everything from hiking to having received his B.A. in Environmental Studies. You can contact the author at wdangelo@vgchartz.com or on Twitter @TrunksWD.
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