Sony Computer Entertainment America Representatives Available for Comment On the State of the Gaming Industry

  WHAT:     The pending mid-November launches of consoles from Nintendo and
            Microsoft have increased attention on the gaming industry,
            however despite these new entries into the marketplace,
            PlayStation® 2 is still expected to lead the industry in sales
            during the holiday season and beyond, according to retailers and
            industry analysts.
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            Throughout the upcoming weeks, Sony Computer Entertainment
            America representatives with varied backgrounds will be
            available to provide expert commentary surrounding a variety of
            issues including:

            -- Current industry and market figures;
            -- The explosive growth in sales industry-wide moving into the
               holiday season;
            -- Console features consumers can expect in the future;
            -- General commentary on the gaming industry and Sony Computer
               Entertainment America (PS one™ and PlayStation 2
               consoles).

  WHO:      Sony Computer Entertainment America representatives

  WHEN:     Available Tuesday, November 13 through Wednesday,
            November 21, 2001

  CONTACT:  To schedule an interview with a Sony Computer Entertainment
            America representative regarding the current and future states
            of the gaming industry, for information about Sony Computer
            Entertainment America, or updated sales and marketing
            information, contact:

            Monica Wik, Corporate Communications Manager
            Sony Computer Entertainment America
            Phone:  650-655-5394
            E-mail:  monica_wik@playstation.sony.com

            Dawn Cotterell
            Hill & Knowlton Public Relations for Sony Computer Entertainment
            America
            Phone:  323-966-5768
            E-mail:  dcotterell@hillandknowlton.com

            Nicole Zent
            Blanc & Otus Public Relations for Sony Computer Entertainment
            America
            Phone:  415-856-5228
            E-mail:  nzent@blancandotus.com

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SOURCE: Sony Computer Entertainment America Inc.

Web site: http://www.playstation.com/