Donkey Kong Bananza sold 3.5 million units

Nintendo's Donkey Kong Bananza Breaks Records with 3.5 Million Sales on Switch 2

Nintendo's latest report confirms strong sales for the Switch 2, with over 10 million consoles sold. The success of Mario Kart World has further bolstered the platform's momentum. The report also highlights impressive sales figures for Donkey Kong Bananza, Nintendo's new exclusive game developed by the team behind Super Mario Odyssey. From July 17 to September 30, 2025, Donkey Kong Bananza sold approximately 3.5 million units, representing 35% of Switch 2 buyers—a strong start for the new title. These figures underscore Nintendo's continued ability to achieve impressive sales on a single platform.

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