Nintendo has announced a historic launch for the Switch 2, confirming it as the company's fastest-selling hardware ever, with global sales exceeding 3.5 million units in just four days.
In a post on Twitter/X, Nintendo stated, "#NintendoSwitch2 has sold over 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days, becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever globally."
#NintendoSwitch2 has sold over 3.5 million units worldwide in its first four days, becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever globally. pic.twitter.com/JNrl3Z92pv
— Nintendo of America (@NintendoAmerica) June 11, 2025
This remarkable achievement was likely aided by strong initial stock availability—a notable contrast to past hardware launches from Nintendo and others. It also aligns with statements from Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser, who previously assured sufficient U.S. supply to meet the robust demand.
For context, the original Nintendo Switch sold 2.74 million units in its first month.
The news follows a recent report from The Game Business that the Switch 2 has already become the fastest-selling Nintendo console in UK history, overtaking the Nintendo 3DS.
In our ongoing Nintendo Switch 2 review, we noted, "So far, this sequel system delivers what was anticipated: an iterative yet meaningful upgrade that modernizes outdated elements, refines numerous design details, and introduces an ambitious new control scheme that, while impressive, isn't quite as seamless as hoped."
For more, read our reviews of Mario Kart World and the Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour, along with our updated impressions of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, Breath of the Wild, and Hogwarts Legacy.
