Nintendo Switch 2: It’s 6 Million Sales in 7 Weeks, It’s a Record

Nintendo Switch 2 Smashes Debut Sales Records, Exceeding 6 Million Units in First 7 Weeks

Nintendo released its first quarter earnings report this morning, covering the period ending June 30, 2025. This marks the initial financial update since the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The new console launched as a massive commercial success, selling an impressive 3.5 million units in just four days and over 6 million consoles within its first seven weeks. For comparison, both the PlayStation 5 and PS4 sold approximately 4.5 million units during their respective first seven weeks. Globally, Nintendo shipped 5.82 million Nintendo Switch 2 consoles between June 5 and the quarter’s end on June 30. Nintendo shipped 2.08 million units to the Americas, 1.27 million to Japan, 1.34 million to Europe, and 1.13 million to other regions. Nintendo acknowledged that demand for the consoles continues to outpace supply in many countries and apologized for any consumer inconvenience. In response, the company has pledged to significantly ramp up production.

Nintendo Switch 2 Sales Soar, Breaking Records with Over 6M Units and $3.3B in Q2 Revenue

Software sales for the Switch 2 were also robust, with Nintendo selling 8.67 million games during June. Mario Kart World performed exceptionally well, selling 5.63 million copies, including those bundled with the console. Nintendo also noted the continued strong sales of several original Switch titles due to backward compatibility, specifically highlighting Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Mario Party Jamboree. For the quarter spanning April to June 2025, Nintendo generated $3.3 billion in revenue, a substantial increase from $2 billion reported a year prior. Operating profit rose to $330.6 million. Net profit significantly increased to $557.9 million, largely due to an exceptional gain of $188 million from the sale of investments. However, some segments experienced declines. Digital revenues decreased by 13.5% to $405 million due to fewer game sales. Merchandise revenue also saw a decline of 4.4%, reaching $97 million, primarily due to decreasing revenue from The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Despite the Switch 2’s market entry, the original Nintendo Switch continued to sell well, with Nintendo shipping nearly one million units between April and June 2025. Since its debut on March 17, the original Switch has sold an impressive 153.1 million consoles and distributed over 1.4 billion games globally.

Nintendo Aspires to Sell 15 Million Switch 2 Units and 45 Million Games by 2026, Forecasting $11B in Revenue

For the fiscal year ending March 31, 2026, Nintendo is maintaining its ambitious targets: 15 million Switch 2 units sold and 45 million games. The company forecasts an $11 billion turnover, an estimated operating profit of $1.8 billion, and a net profit of $1.7 billion. Despite a challenging market landscape, including new US tariff measures, Nintendo affirms its forecasts remain steady for now.

In Case You Missed It

For those who are fans of classic RPGs and are following the latest in gaming news, you won’t want to miss Carlos Mendoza’s recent article “Octopath Traveler 0 Sparks Controversy on Nintendo Switch 2,” published on August 2nd, 2025. The piece delves into the surprising decision by Square Enix to release Octopath Traveler 0 with a digital-only format for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, leading to heated debates among gamers about physical media versus digital distribution. Plus, there are some noteworthy details about console transitions and pricing that every collector should know. Head over to Octopath Traveler 0 Sparks Controversy on Nintendo Switch 2 to get the full scoop! For all fans of The Legend of Zelda, Marcus Thompson’s latest piece on Hyrule Warriors: Chronicles of the Seal is a must-read. Published on August 2, 2025, this article dives into the recent Nintendo Direct event and the new trailer for the upcoming game, which promises an epic storyline set during the mysterious Seal War period. Despite Link’s absence as a playable character, fans will be intrigued by the focus on Princess Zelda and other historical figures of Hyrule. Dive deeper into the details and share your thoughts at Hyrule Warriors: Chronicles of the Seal – New Trailer, Still No Playable Link. If you’re a gamer eagerly waiting for the next big titles on your Nintendo Switch 2, be sure to check out Marcus Thompson’s latest post titled “Nintendo Switch 2: A Ton of New Games Announced, Including Major Licenses” (published on August 2, 2025). The article dives into the exciting lineup of upcoming games revealed at the recent Nintendo Switch Partner Showcase, featuring everything from beloved remasters to highly anticipated new releases. From Final Fantasy Tactics and Borderlands 4 to Star Wars Outlaws and Persona 3 Reload, there’s something for every player. Don’t miss out on all the details! (Read more Nintendo Switch 2: A Ton of New Games Announced, Including Major Licenses).

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