Activision reports that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 sold 4.7 million units in 24 hours in the US and UK, grossing over $310 million on the release day for Infinity Ward's military shooter sequel. MCV quotes Mike Griffith, CEO of Activision Publishing, on the topic: "The shattering of these entertainment records is a testament to the compelling, cinematic and uniquely engaging experience that the Call of Duty brand delivers. Modern Warfare 2 has taken interactive experience to unprecedented heights setting a new standard for entertainment."