Nintendo continues its hardware sales dominance leading into the holiday season, as the Mario Kart World Nintendo Switch 2 bundle emerged as the top-selling console package in the United States for the week ending November 22.
This sales milestone was officially reported by Circana, the well-regarded market research firm specializing in U.S.
video game software and hardware tracking. The Nintendo Switch family of consoles has consistently performed well since its launch, and the introduction of the Mario Kart World bundle for Nintendo Switch 2 has only further strengthened the company's position within the competitive landscape.
According to Circana's latest retail insights, this particular Switch 2 bundle outpaced rival hardware offerings—including new entries such as the PS5 Slim Digital 1TB and innovative systems like the NEX Playground Interactive Gaming System—during a critical pre-holiday period. Mario Kart World, developed by Nintendo, represents the latest evolution in the storied Mario Kart franchise.
The franchise itself is one of Nintendo’s crown jewels, having sold millions of units worldwide across both physical and digital storefronts, including the Nintendo eShop.
The strong early performance of the Mario Kart World Switch 2 bundle highlights the enduring appeal of this beloved series and the trust consumers place in Nintendo-branded hardware and software. A Circana spokesperson stated that November’s sales rankings confirm Nintendo’s pull with family-friendly gaming audiences and those seeking standout multiplayer experiences as holiday gifts.
While not providing specific sales figures in their public statement, Circana emphasized that the Mario Kart World bundle for Switch 2 secured the top hardware position among all tracked U.S.
retailers for the week in question. The success of the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle underscores the importance of strategic hardware and software packages in driving retail momentum, especially in the weeks leading up to major gift-giving occasions.
Nintendo’s approach of bundling new hardware revisions with high-profile first-party titles like Mario Kart World ensures strong shelf appeal while simultaneously capitalizing on iconic brands. As the industry heads deeper into the Christmas shopping season, all eyes will be on whether Switch 2 can sustain this surge.
With the addition of new titles and bundles regularly available on the Nintendo eShop and through retail partners, Nintendo remains well positioned to defend its market share amid heightened competition from other console manufacturers.
This sales milestone was officially reported by Circana, the well-regarded market research firm specializing in U.S.
video game software and hardware tracking. The Nintendo Switch family of consoles has consistently performed well since its launch, and the introduction of the Mario Kart World bundle for Nintendo Switch 2 has only further strengthened the company's position within the competitive landscape.
According to Circana's latest retail insights, this particular Switch 2 bundle outpaced rival hardware offerings—including new entries such as the PS5 Slim Digital 1TB and innovative systems like the NEX Playground Interactive Gaming System—during a critical pre-holiday period. Mario Kart World, developed by Nintendo, represents the latest evolution in the storied Mario Kart franchise.
The franchise itself is one of Nintendo’s crown jewels, having sold millions of units worldwide across both physical and digital storefronts, including the Nintendo eShop.
The strong early performance of the Mario Kart World Switch 2 bundle highlights the enduring appeal of this beloved series and the trust consumers place in Nintendo-branded hardware and software. A Circana spokesperson stated that November’s sales rankings confirm Nintendo’s pull with family-friendly gaming audiences and those seeking standout multiplayer experiences as holiday gifts.
While not providing specific sales figures in their public statement, Circana emphasized that the Mario Kart World bundle for Switch 2 secured the top hardware position among all tracked U.S.
retailers for the week in question. The success of the Nintendo Switch 2 bundle underscores the importance of strategic hardware and software packages in driving retail momentum, especially in the weeks leading up to major gift-giving occasions.
Nintendo’s approach of bundling new hardware revisions with high-profile first-party titles like Mario Kart World ensures strong shelf appeal while simultaneously capitalizing on iconic brands. As the industry heads deeper into the Christmas shopping season, all eyes will be on whether Switch 2 can sustain this surge.
With the addition of new titles and bundles regularly available on the Nintendo eShop and through retail partners, Nintendo remains well positioned to defend its market share amid heightened competition from other console manufacturers.
