Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks Sales Records: Fastest-Selling Nintendo Console Ever with 3.5 Million Units Sold

Nintendo Switch 2 has made an explosive debut in the global gaming market, setting unprecedented sales records and reaffirming Nintendo’s place at the forefront of video game hardware innovation.

Since its full unveiling in April 2024, the Switch 2 has faced its share of critiques, but recent figures show that consumer enthusiasm for Nintendo’s next-generation console has never been stronger. According to data compiled by NielsenIQ, the Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed all previous launch records for Nintendo consoles in the United Kingdom.

Launch sales for the Switch 2 are estimated at a minimum of 160,000 units, more than twice the 80,000 units achieved by the original Nintendo Switch during its launch weekend and surpassing the 113,000 unit record previously held by the Nintendo 3DS.

This remarkable achievement positions the Nintendo Switch 2 as the company’s fastest-selling console ever in the UK. Globally, Nintendo has now officially confirmed a staggering 3.5 million units sold within the first four days following launch, as of June 10th.

This places the Switch 2 at the top of Nintendo’s all-time launch charts and marks it as the fastest-selling Nintendo console worldwide to date.

A Nintendo spokesperson described these results as a 'landmark milestone for the company and a strong statement on the enduring appeal of Nintendo hardware.' Despite these exceptional figures, the Switch 2 currently ranks fourth in the UK for fastest-selling consoles at launch, trailing behind Sony’s PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Microsoft’s Xbox Series S/X.

It’s important to note, however, that the NielsenIQ tracking period spans from Sunday to Saturday, while the Switch 2’s release took place on a Thursday.

Had the launch been earlier in the week, industry analysts suggest the ranking could have been even higher. For Nintendo, the success of the Switch 2’s launch goes beyond breaking records—it quells concerns that the company could experience a repeat of the Wii U’s underwhelming performance.

The robust sales reflect strong demand and positive consumer sentiment, reinforcing the Switch brand’s momentum and Nintendo’s reputation for delivering innovative, accessible gaming hardware. As the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to roll out in additional territories and as new titles are revealed—such as the upcoming 'Splatoon Raiders' spin-off and the anticipated release of 'Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade' for the Switch 2 this winter—the console’s early triumph paves the way for another standout chapter in Nintendo’s storied hardware legacy. Stay tuned to industry leaders and Nintendo Direct presentations for continued updates on the Switch 2, upcoming first-party releases, and developments across the Nintendo eShop as the world’s fastest-selling console keeps making headlines.

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