Sony, Microsoft Wrangle in Germany
March 19th, 2002 (12:00am) -
While this year’s CeBIT Expo in Germany was expected to highlight the latest in network technology, Sony’s PlayStation 2 made an unexpected appearance on the show floor. Seemingly, Sony decided to show the Linux capabilities of the PlayStation 2 and offer attendees the opportunity to test-drive several network compatible games including Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3. Microsoft however, which was displaying strictly handheld and PC-related products, petitioned event organizers to remove the PlayStation 2 exhibit. According to CeBIT representatives, Microsoft argued that Sony broke the rules of the expo by exhibiting game console related products. As a result, CeBIT demanded that Sony remove the exhibit from their booth. Of note however, Sony has exhibited the PlayStation 2 at CeBIT the past three years, although this was the first time they received any complaints. Several local German news outlets have since portrayed Microsoft as a jilted giant, despite the underlying veracity of their argument. This comes on the heels of Microsoft’s Xbox launch in Europe last week.
Hmm... someone is a little bitter, eh? Reported by Michael Robinson on March 19th, 2002 (12:00am) [From: XenGamers]
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