Nintendo Switch 2 Fastest Selling Console Globally, Japan

The Nintendo Switch 2 has achieved an extraordinary launch, selling approximately 947,931 units in its first week in Japan alone, nearly tripling the original Switch's debut sales and surpassing all previous Nintendo and competitor console launches in the country. Globally, the Switch 2 sold over 3.5 million units within its first four days, doubling the sales pace of the original Switch, making it Nintendo's fastest-selling hardware worldwide. The success is bolstered by strong software sales, with Mario Kart World becoming the fastest-selling Mario Kart game in Japan, moving over 782,000 units. Despite the impressive sales, some critics note the Switch 2's hardware and overall experience feel like a safe, incremental upgrade rather than a revolutionary leap. Nintendo anticipates selling 15 million Switch 2 units worldwide by March 2026 and has ensured sufficient stock to meet high demand in major markets like the U.S. However, in the UK, its sales trail behind PlayStation and Xbox consoles. The strong launch momentum highlights Nintendo's continued dominance in the handheld gaming space, though some skepticism remains about the console's long-term impact on the market.