Nintendo's latest console, the Nintendo Switch 2, continues its rapid sales trajectory, staking its claim as one of the company's most successful hardware launches in recent history.
Following on from the unprecedented popularity of the original Switch, this next-generation system has now achieved major sales milestones, particularly in the highly competitive UK market. According to recently released sales data from NielsenIQ, Nintendo Switch 2 has outperformed not only its predecessor but also surpassed legacy consoles including the Wii U, SEGA Dreamcast, and the PlayStation Vita.
These figures highlight the strong market response and the broad appeal of Nintendo's newest hardware, further bolstering the company's leadership in the console gaming sector. Further analysis from Christopher Dring, a reporter at Game Business, sheds light on just how significant this performance is.
Dring noted that, in a direct comparison with the 2017 launch of the first Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 sales are 'a reasonable chunk above' its predecessor in the UK during the equivalent timeframe.
Earlier in the year, data confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 became the fastest-selling Nintendo system ever in the UK, overtaking the previous record held by the Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo has also released updated global sales figures.
As of September 30, 2025, Nintendo Switch 2 had already surpassed ten million units sold worldwide, reinforcing its strong international reception.
The company has scheduled its next official sales update for February 3, 2026.
Industry analysts will be watching closely to see if these strong early sales are sustained through the coming year. The Nintendo Switch 2 launched with a robust library and key improvements over its predecessor, helping to energize both long-time fans and new players alike.
Its impressive UK sales, significantly outpacing the original Switch and outperforming competitors like the SEGA Dreamcast and PlayStation Vita, are a testament to the ongoing popularity of Nintendo’s hardware innovations. For further updates on Nintendo Switch 2 sales milestones and the latest news from Nintendo, follow our dedicated coverage as we continue to track this milestone in console gaming history.
Following on from the unprecedented popularity of the original Switch, this next-generation system has now achieved major sales milestones, particularly in the highly competitive UK market. According to recently released sales data from NielsenIQ, Nintendo Switch 2 has outperformed not only its predecessor but also surpassed legacy consoles including the Wii U, SEGA Dreamcast, and the PlayStation Vita.
These figures highlight the strong market response and the broad appeal of Nintendo's newest hardware, further bolstering the company's leadership in the console gaming sector. Further analysis from Christopher Dring, a reporter at Game Business, sheds light on just how significant this performance is.
Dring noted that, in a direct comparison with the 2017 launch of the first Nintendo Switch, Switch 2 sales are 'a reasonable chunk above' its predecessor in the UK during the equivalent timeframe.
Earlier in the year, data confirmed that the Nintendo Switch 2 became the fastest-selling Nintendo system ever in the UK, overtaking the previous record held by the Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo has also released updated global sales figures.
As of September 30, 2025, Nintendo Switch 2 had already surpassed ten million units sold worldwide, reinforcing its strong international reception.
The company has scheduled its next official sales update for February 3, 2026.
Industry analysts will be watching closely to see if these strong early sales are sustained through the coming year. The Nintendo Switch 2 launched with a robust library and key improvements over its predecessor, helping to energize both long-time fans and new players alike.
Its impressive UK sales, significantly outpacing the original Switch and outperforming competitors like the SEGA Dreamcast and PlayStation Vita, are a testament to the ongoing popularity of Nintendo’s hardware innovations. For further updates on Nintendo Switch 2 sales milestones and the latest news from Nintendo, follow our dedicated coverage as we continue to track this milestone in console gaming history.
