Here is the second edition of the revised (and less informative) NPD report. With the market research group no longer sharing specific hardware figures, it's noteworthy to point out that only Microsoft has (as of writing) released concrete sales numbers. Major Nelson tweeted that the console sold 325k consoles in October. Although the figure represents a 32% drop from the previous month, it was enough to secure Microsoft's spot as best-selling console of the month. Major Nelson also added that "it is the best selling console in 2010 w/ 3.5 million" sold so far.

Sony's response doesn't offer console sales numbers, but Patrick Seybold commented about increased momentum for its PlayStation Move motion controller. "The PS3 Move Bundle had a 15% increase in sales since launch last month, and we're working hard to keep the inventory up across the country to meet strong consumer demand." In addition, Seybold wanted to remind us of the impending launch of their big holiday game: "With next week's launch of the industry's most anticipated title, Gran Turismo 5, we're sure to carry the momentum through the holidays."

Nintendo, as of press time, had not offered comment.

Software sales jumped 6% year over year, to $605 million. The multiplatform release of NBA 2K11 helped it propel to the top of the charts, undoubtedly aided by EA Sports' cancellation of NBA Elite 11. Fallout, Medal of Honor and Fable all made strong debuts -- but Rock Band 3's 15th place position has us concerned. NPD analyst Anita Frazier did make a special note in the report, assuring us that "this game has the potential to perform well over the holidays."

The full chart is after the break.