Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks U.S. Sales Records as Fastest-Selling Console
▼ Summary
– The Nintendo Switch 2 is the fastest-selling console in U.S. history, selling 1.6 million units in its launch month.
– The previous record was held by Sony’s PlayStation 4, which sold 1.1 million units during its November 2013 launch.
– The Switch 2 was June’s best-selling video game hardware in both dollar sales and units sold, though the PS5 remains 2025’s top-selling console overall.
– June 2025 saw a 22% year-over-year increase in hardware, content, and accessory sales, with video game hardware and accessories hitting record highs.
– Nintendo announced a new Switch 2 bundle to coincide with the October release of Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has shattered sales records in the U.S., becoming the fastest-selling console in the country’s history. During its launch month, the system moved an impressive 1.6 million units, surpassing all previous benchmarks for console sales velocity.
This achievement dethrones Sony’s PlayStation 4, which previously held the record with 1.1 million units sold during its November 2013 debut. Industry analysts note that the Switch 2’s strong performance reflects Nintendo’s continued dominance in the handheld hybrid market, combining portability with home console power.
Market research firm Circana revealed additional insights, showing the Switch 2 as June’s top-selling hardware in both unit volume and revenue. Despite this surge, the PlayStation 5 maintains its lead as 2025’s best-selling console overall, demonstrating the ongoing competition between gaming giants.
The launch success had a ripple effect across the industry. Hardware, game content, and accessory sales collectively rose by 22% compared to the same period last year. Mat Piscatella, Circana’s executive director for video games, confirmed that June 2025 marked record-breaking figures for both hardware and accessories, signaling robust consumer demand.
Nintendo continues to capitalize on this momentum with strategic releases. Earlier today, the company announced a special Switch 2 bundle tied to the upcoming Pokémon Legends: Z-A, set to launch this October. This move aims to sustain sales growth while appealing to one of Nintendo’s most dedicated fanbases.
(Source: Games Industry)
