This probably won’t surprise you, but the Nintendo Switch has been selling like hotcakes since its release. And the latest numbers are dizzying.
Since its launch in 2017, the Nintendo Switch has revolutionized the video game console market with its versatility and catalog of exciting games. As the world of technology continues to evolve rapidly, Nintendo recently took stock of the commercial performance of its famous console and announced predictions.
The Nintendo Switch continues to be a hit
Nintendo recently updated sales figures for its Switch console and continues to dominate the market despite a slight decline in annual sales. Since its launch in 2017, the Switch has sold 141.32 million units worldwide, with annual sales for fiscal 2024 reaching 15.70 million units, down 12.6% year-on-year.
Several models of the console contributed significantly to sales: the original sold 3.86 million units, the OLED model sold 9.32 million units and the compact Switch Lite version sold 2.52 million units. These robust numbers demonstrate the Switch’s continued appeal across various market segments.
Nintendo estimates that Switch sales will reach around 13.50 million units in the next fiscal year, bringing the total to around 154.82 million. If these predictions come true, the Switch could almost equal or even surpass the record of the PlayStation 2, which holds the title of best-selling video game console of all time with 155 million units.
In addition to the success of the console itself, certain games have contributed significantly to its appeal:
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe : 61.97 million units sold
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons : 45.36 million
- Super Smash Bros Ultimate : 34.22 million
- Zelda: Breath of the Wild : 31.85 million
- Super Mario Odyssey : 27.96 million
