What Do You Know About The Playstation?

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What Do You Know About The Playstation? - Quiz

There are different consoles out there but the most popular is the PlayStation. it is sleek and nice but what do you know about it? Lets check it out

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1.

PS was created and owned by ________ Interactive Entertainment
- A.
  
  LG
- B.
  
  Sony
- C.
  
  Toshiba
- D.
  
  Nintendo
Correct Answer
B. Sony

Explanation
PS refers to PlayStation, a popular gaming console. Sony Interactive Entertainment is the company that created and owns PlayStation. Therefore, the correct answer is Sony.

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2.

It is created and owned by Sony Interactive Entertainment since December 3, ____________
- A.
  
  1996
- B.
  
  1995
- C.
  
  1993
- D.
  
  1994
Correct Answer
D. 1994

Explanation
The correct answer is 1994. The question is asking for the year in which the entity mentioned in the statement was created and owned by Sony Interactive Entertainment. Based on the information provided, it can be inferred that Sony Interactive Entertainment took ownership of the entity in 1994.

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3.

Where was Playstation first launched?
- A.
  
  USA
- B.
  
  Canada
- C.
  
  Japan
- D.
  
  Colombia
Correct Answer
C. Japan

Explanation
Playstation was first launched in Japan. This is because Sony, the company that developed Playstation, is a Japanese company. Therefore, it makes sense that they would choose to launch their product in their home country first before expanding to other markets.

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4.

Who is referred to as the Father of the PlayStation?
- A.
  
  Ken Shola
- B.
  
  Ken Kutaragi
- C.
  
  Ken Kentucky
- D.
  
  Ken Lee
Correct Answer
B. Ken Kutaragi

Explanation
Ken Kutaragi is referred to as the Father of the PlayStation. He was a key figure in the development of the PlayStation gaming console, serving as the lead architect and designer of the original PlayStation. Kutaragi played a crucial role in transforming Sony's business into a major player in the gaming industry. His contributions and innovations revolutionized the gaming console market, making him a significant figure in the history of gaming.

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5.

At Sony Music Entertainment, Kutaragi worked closely with Shigeo Maruyama, the CEO of Sony Music, and with _______________ to form Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI)
- A.
  
  Akira Lee
- B.
  
  Asa Akira
- C.
  
  Akira Sato
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
C. Akira Sato

Explanation
Kutaragi worked closely with Shigeo Maruyama, the CEO of Sony Music, and with Akira Sato to form Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI).

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6.

Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) on November 16, __________.
- A.
  
  1991
- B.
  
  1993
- C.
  
  1990
- D.
  
  1992
Correct Answer
B. 1993

Explanation
Sony Computer Entertainment Inc. (SCEI) was established on November 16, 1993.

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7.

What is the name of the President of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios?
- A.
  
  Phil Lates
- B.
  
  Phil Harrison
- C.
  
  Larts Carst
- D.
  
  Carls bekee
Correct Answer
B. Phil Harrison

Explanation
The correct answer is Phil Harrison. Phil Harrison is the name of the President of Sony Computer Entertainment Worldwide Studios.

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8.

The original PlayStation, released in ___________ on December 3, 1994,
- A.
  
  China
- B.
  
  Japan
- C.
  
  Canada
- D.
  
  None of the above
Correct Answer
B. Japan

Explanation
The original PlayStation was released in Japan on December 3, 1994.

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9.

When was Ps 1 released?
- A.
  
  2000
- B.
  
  2001
- C.
  
  2002
- D.
  
  2003
Correct Answer
A. 2000

Explanation
Ps 1 was released in the year 2000.

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10.

When was Ps 2 released?
- A.
  
  2001
- B.
  
  2000
- C.
  
  2003
- D.
  
  2004
Correct Answer
B. 2000

Explanation
The correct answer is 2000. The PlayStation 2 (PS2) was released in 2000. It was a video game console developed by Sony Computer Entertainment and was the successor to the original PlayStation. The PS2 was highly successful and became the best-selling video game console of all time, with a wide range of games and improved graphics compared to its predecessor. Its release in 2000 marked a significant milestone in the gaming industry and introduced many gamers to a new era of gaming experiences.

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