Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Soar: 6 Million Units Sold Globally
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– Nintendo sold 6 million Switch 2 units globally in the first seven weeks, exceeding expectations and breaking records.
– The company aims to sell 15 million Switch 2 consoles by March 2026, while original Switch sales reached 153.10 million lifetime units.
– Demand for the Switch 2 is outpacing supply in many countries, prompting Nintendo to ramp up production and distribution efforts.
– Game sales for the Switch 2 reached 8.67 million units, with Mario Kart World leading at 5.63 million due to bundle deals.
– Upcoming exclusive and third-party games like Drag X Drive and Monster Hunter Stories 3 are expected to drive further Switch 2 sales.
The Nintendo Switch 2 has taken the gaming world by storm, selling an impressive 6 million units worldwide within just seven weeks of its launch. This remarkable performance was revealed in Nintendo’s latest financial report, covering the first quarter ending June 30. The hybrid console’s strong sales have already set new records, demonstrating its widespread appeal among gamers.
Nintendo initially projected selling 15 million Switch 2 consoles by March 2026, and the early numbers suggest the company is well on track to meet that target. Meanwhile, the original Switch continues to hold its own, with an additional 0.98 million units sold, bringing its lifetime total to a staggering 153.10 million.
Demand for the Switch 2 has been so high that supply struggles to keep up in multiple regions. Nintendo acknowledged the shortage, stating, “We regret the inconvenience caused to consumers and are working to ramp up production to meet demand.” The company plans to bolster its manufacturing and distribution networks to ensure more units reach store shelves.
On the software front, Nintendo reported strong game sales, with 8.67 million copies sold. The standout performer was Mario Kart World, which accounted for 5.63 million units, a figure boosted by its inclusion in popular console bundles.
Gamers have even more to look forward to in the coming months, with major exclusives like Drag X Drive, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and Pokémon Legends: Z-A on the horizon. The recent Nintendo Direct showcase also highlighted exciting third-party titles, including Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection, Octopath Traveler 0, and Borderlands 4. With such a strong lineup, the Switch 2’s momentum shows no signs of slowing down.
(Source: GameSpot)
