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A Fan Had The Perfect Response To Microsoft's Ad Asking People To Ditch Their PS3's For The Xbox One
A Fan Had The Perfect Response To Microsoft's Ad Asking People To Ditch Their PS3's For The Xbox One
Kirsten AcunaFeb 1, 2014, 09:14 IST
Earlier this week, Microsoft sent around an email asking fans to "ditch" their PlayStation 3 consoles. In return, Microsoft would offer customers $100 off an Xbox One.Sony didn't respond to the announcement; however, a fan on Neogaf.com - a discussion board for gamers - took it upon himself to make a fake announcement from the company. It's brilliant. Here are Microsoft's ad and the fake one below.We first saw this on Machinima.ScreenshotGenbatzu / Neogaf.com screenshotWhile Microsoft also offered the same deal if people turned in an Xbox 360 E or Xbox 360 S, the announcement seemed like a desperate move from the company who is currently trailing behind Sony in sales for its next-gen console.As of December 28, Sony has sold more than 4 million PS4s. Microsoft announced in earlier this month they have sold over 3 million Xbox One consoles.The deal continues until March 2.Microsoft's ad says they plan to recycle the PS3s.
