We all knew that regardless of its questionable price tag, the Nintendo Switch 2 was going to sell big numbers. What we didn’t know is just how many. Well, Nintendo has just shared that in just four days since its worldwide launch of the new hybrid console, the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold over 3.5 million units and has become the fastest selling Nintendo console of all time.
For reference, the Nintendo Switch which released in 2017 only sold 2.7 million in its first month, according to abcnews.com so this is quite the result Nintendo has made for themselves and the Mario Kart World bundle has no doubt aided in the phenomenal success of the Switch 2’s launch.
What is really quite mind boggling is just how many more consoles would Nintendo have sold if there wasn’t issues with stock running out instantly at retailers? Nintendo did say they bulked up orders this time around for the Switch 2 but it still sold out like crazy with many people having to wait for a second wave of consoles to hit store shelves.
If you would like to read the official press release from Nintendo, we have it here for you below.
NINTENDO SWITCH 2 SETS RECORD, SELLING OVER 3.5 MILLION UNITS GLOBALLY IN FIRST FOUR DAYS
The new, more powerful console is the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever
June 11th, 2025 – In the four days following its June 5th launch, Nintendo Switch 2 sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide, becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever.
Nintendo Switch 2 features a larger, vivid screen capable of full 1080p high-definition display (and 4K when connected to a compatible TV or monitor), a faster processor that allows for enhanced graphics and gameplay performance, and redesigned magnetic Joy-Con 2 controllers with mouse functionality. The console also debuts the new GameChat feature*2, where players can voice or video chat and share game screens with friends online, bringing the feeling of playing together in the same room even if their friends and family are miles away.
“Nintendo Switch 2 represents the next evolution of Nintendo Switch, and we’re very happy and grateful to see it already being embraced by so many players across Europe,” said Luciano Pereña, CEO and President of Nintendo of Europe. “We look forward to seeing players connecting through games like Mario Kart World, sharing the experience with friends and family whether near or far.”
Nintendo Switch 2 launched alongside Mario Kart World. Featuring a series-first interconnected world where you can drive virtually anywhere (including across cities, plains, a desert and even the ocean), Mario Kart World includes dynamic weather conditions, new game modes, and up to 24 drivers at once – the most in series history.
And next month, a brand-new 3D platforming game starring Donkey Kong will make its debut exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2. Donkey Kong Bananza will let players unleash their inner Kong as they smash and bash their way through a wild, mayhem-packed action adventure, launching July 17th.
In the four days following its June 5th launch, Nintendo Switch 2 sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide, becoming the fastest-selling Nintendo hardware ever globally.
What are your thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 selling 3.5 million in just four days? Did you manage to secure your own console? Let us know in the comments.
Source: Nintendo UK PR
