Famitsu’s latest data on Japanese video game hardware and software sales highlights a decisive surge in demand for the Nintendo Switch 2, marking a dynamic week for both hardware and software markets.
Nintendo, a company known for reshaping the video game landscape, has consistently made headlines with the Nintendo Switch family of consoles.
In the most recent sales period reported by Famitsu, the Nintendo Switch 2 outpaced the competition by a wide margin, signaling continued market leadership and robust consumer interest in the Japanese gaming sector.
These figures underscore not only the enduring popularity of Nintendo hardware but also its ecosystem of acclaimed software titles. According to Famitsu’s weekly sales report, the Nintendo Switch 2 achieved 129,953 units sold this week, substantially increasing from last week’s 101,549 units.
Other models in the Switch lineup continued to perform well: the Switch OLED recorded 12,486 units, while the Switch Lite reached 10,908 units and the base model Switch moved 5,976 units.
Comparatively, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition reported 23,381 units, PS5 Pro achieved 11,367, and the standard PlayStation 5 sold 2,235 units.
On the Xbox front, the Xbox Series X Digital Edition registered 201 units, the Series X recorded 118, and the Series S saw 30 units sold.
The legacy PlayStation 4 also contributed 17 additional units to Sony’s tally. For reference, last week’s sales showed Switch 2 at 101,549 units, Switch OLED at 10,772, and Switch Lite at 8,916.
This week’s leap in all major Switch models further highlights Nintendo’s sustained momentum in the market. Famitsu’s software sales charts reinforce Nintendo’s dominance.
The newly launched "Kirby Air Riders" on Switch 2 soared to the top with an impressive debut, moving 195,594 copies.
"Mario Kart World" for the Switch 2 followed, shifting 67,068 units this week and now surpassing a cumulative 2.2 million copies.
Third on the list, "Pokemon Legends: Z-A" (Nintendo Switch) sold 28,480 units, contributing to its ongoing total of 1,271,576, while its Switch 2 edition added 22,060 units for a running 798,015.
Other bestsellers include "Momotaro Dentetsu 2" in both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 editions, "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment," and enduring evergreens like "Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake," "Minecraft," and "Animal Crossing: New Horizons," which continues its remarkable run with a lifetime total surpassing 8.2 million copies in Japan alone. Commenting via a translated statement, Famitsu’s editorial team emphasized that “Nintendo’s strong lineup and hardware refresh strategy continue to drive impressive results in the ever-competitive Japanese market.” These verified sales statistics cement Nintendo’s dominant presence and agility in responding to evolving consumer demand, further propelling the Switch family and its marquee franchises across the Japanese gaming landscape.
As the Switch 2’s launch momentum continues, industry watchers will look to future Famitsu reports for further insights into both Nintendo’s strategy and the broader hardware wars of 2024.
In the most recent sales period reported by Famitsu, the Nintendo Switch 2 outpaced the competition by a wide margin, signaling continued market leadership and robust consumer interest in the Japanese gaming sector.
These figures underscore not only the enduring popularity of Nintendo hardware but also its ecosystem of acclaimed software titles. According to Famitsu’s weekly sales report, the Nintendo Switch 2 achieved 129,953 units sold this week, substantially increasing from last week’s 101,549 units.
Other models in the Switch lineup continued to perform well: the Switch OLED recorded 12,486 units, while the Switch Lite reached 10,908 units and the base model Switch moved 5,976 units.
Comparatively, the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition reported 23,381 units, PS5 Pro achieved 11,367, and the standard PlayStation 5 sold 2,235 units.
On the Xbox front, the Xbox Series X Digital Edition registered 201 units, the Series X recorded 118, and the Series S saw 30 units sold.
The legacy PlayStation 4 also contributed 17 additional units to Sony’s tally. For reference, last week’s sales showed Switch 2 at 101,549 units, Switch OLED at 10,772, and Switch Lite at 8,916.
This week’s leap in all major Switch models further highlights Nintendo’s sustained momentum in the market. Famitsu’s software sales charts reinforce Nintendo’s dominance.
The newly launched "Kirby Air Riders" on Switch 2 soared to the top with an impressive debut, moving 195,594 copies.
"Mario Kart World" for the Switch 2 followed, shifting 67,068 units this week and now surpassing a cumulative 2.2 million copies.
Third on the list, "Pokemon Legends: Z-A" (Nintendo Switch) sold 28,480 units, contributing to its ongoing total of 1,271,576, while its Switch 2 edition added 22,060 units for a running 798,015.
Other bestsellers include "Momotaro Dentetsu 2" in both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 editions, "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment," and enduring evergreens like "Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake," "Minecraft," and "Animal Crossing: New Horizons," which continues its remarkable run with a lifetime total surpassing 8.2 million copies in Japan alone. Commenting via a translated statement, Famitsu’s editorial team emphasized that “Nintendo’s strong lineup and hardware refresh strategy continue to drive impressive results in the ever-competitive Japanese market.” These verified sales statistics cement Nintendo’s dominant presence and agility in responding to evolving consumer demand, further propelling the Switch family and its marquee franchises across the Japanese gaming landscape.
As the Switch 2’s launch momentum continues, industry watchers will look to future Famitsu reports for further insights into both Nintendo’s strategy and the broader hardware wars of 2024.
