Overview

• Switch 2 sold 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days, making it Nintendo’s fastest-selling console ever.
• US launch-week sales hit 1.1 million units, surpassing the PlayStation 4’s record and with 79% of buyers purchasing Mario Kart World.
• Hardware upgrades include a 7.9-inch LCD screen, magnetic Joy-Con controllers and 4K resolution support when docked.
• Strong demand has led to stock shortages across key markets, prompting restocks through summer into the holiday season.
• The launch has boosted semiconductor suppliers like Samsung Foundry and SK hynix, and Nintendo is targeting 15 million unit sales by March 2026.