Switch 2 sells 3.5 million in 4 days

Jacobson said:
how much does the switch need to surpass PS2? can it even reach that with the switch 2 being released?
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It's slightly above 152M as of 31st March 2025, with quite a steep downward trajectory.

So 8M to go for it to reach +160M.

Definitely far from impossible, but will depend on how Nintendo handles things. We know they have software coming out for Switch (1) throughout 2026, so it doesn't look like it'll stop anytime soon.

The 3DS, for example, sold an additional 10M units over time post the Switch launch in 2017.
 
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Fortuneelsewhere said:
This will stagnate very soon.. these we're the hardcore Nintendo fans buying.. the large majority of casuals that already have the switch 1 will not upgrade…
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Almost sure that sold = sold to retailers and not sold-through though too.

Not even trying to deny the record (and once again sure that NSW2 will reach 100m club with ease), but sales trajectory for NSW2 will be very interesting to see.
 
Robb said:
It's slightly above 152M as of 31st March 2025, with quite a steep downward trajectory.

So 8M to go for it to reach +160M.

Definitely far from impossible, but will depend on how Nintendo handles things. We know they have software coming out for Switch (1) throughout 2026, so it doesn't look like it'll stop anytime soon.

The 3DS, for example, sold an additional 10M units over time post the Switch launch in 2017.
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The problem with trying to break that record is that more people will want to sell Switch 1 and it's probably the best moment to get a used one cheap.
 
Fortuneelsewhere said:
This will stagnate very soon.. these we're the hardcore Nintendo fans buying.. the large majority of casuals that already have the switch 1 will not upgrade…
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I am not a hardcore fan of Nintendo at all, I bought the Switch 2 because the OG model are all scratched up and start malfunctioning from time to time last year. My kids requested the OLED model but I refused as I think it's a non upgrade. I am not trying to justify their price increase but buying the Switch 2 now, in my situation, makes good sense.

I can't be the only one right?
 
Fortuneelsewhere said:
This will stagnate very soon.. these we're the hardcore Nintendo fans buying.. the large majority of casuals that already have the switch 1 will not upgrade…
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The first couple of years it will outsell the switch 1, but the interesting thing will be when the switch 1 reaches March 2020, that system shipped almost 55m. units in a space of 2 years.
 
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Fortuneelsewhere said:
This will stagnate very soon.. these we're the hardcore Nintendo fans buying.. the large majority of casuals that already have the switch 1 will not upgrade…
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Why can't Nintendo haters and Sony console warriors admit that they failed to stop the hype train for Switch 2? Nintendo will have another great generation with massive profits, there was never anything Sony nor its fanboys could do to stop the big N.
 
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And they announced a new Splatoon yesterday. Also, a lot more is cooking in Nintendo HQ, they basically had games ready for Switch ages ago, but had no interest in release them yet, so they are in a perfect position right now. New DK coming soon, new Mario movie, new 3D Mario, new Zelda, new Animal Crossing, etc...

Basically Nintendo is releasing an exclusive every month as the competition can't release an exclusive in 5 years and other one had to go multiplatform to try to survive.
 
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Jacobson said:
the other guy literally said "shortages of everything", my bad, i didn't know nintendo was exempted from that
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Why was the Switch more available than the PS5 during the pandemic?

Simple:

Switch launched in 2017, so production was stable before COVID hit. PS5 dropped during the pandemic (late 2020), right when supply chains were collapsing.

PS5 used cutting-edge chips that were hit hard by the global semiconductor shortage. Switch used older, more available components.

Demand for both skyrocketed during lockdowns, but Nintendo was able to scale production faster. Sony couldn't keep up.

Scalpers + bots made PS5 availability even worse. Switch didn't have that problem to the same extent.

Switch was already widely distributed, while PS5 had limited launch waves and invite-only drops in many regions.


So yeah, Switch wasn't immune to shortages, but it bounced back faster. PS5 was just the perfect storm of bad timing, high demand, and brutal logistics.
 
Call me pessimistic but I think that buzz will eventually die down. The initial sales were always going to be good with the die hard fans going all in and the scalpers cleaning up the rest. A $500+ console is not going to appeal to parents wanting a console for the kiddos. Let's come back in a year and see how things are going. I'm not a nintendo hater. I'm also not saying the system is going to fail. I just don't think the numbers will be sustained in the long run.
 
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xrnzaaas said:
The problem with trying to break that record is that more people will want to sell Switch 1 and it's probably the best moment to get a used one cheap.
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It all depends on Nintendos plans. Will they slash the price of Switch (1)? Will they support Switch (1) post 2026? Or if Switch 2 adoption skyrockets, will they just ditch Switch (1) completely and move on?

It'll be fun to follow, and would be hilarious if it reaches something like 159M and stops there.
 
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Vaquilla said:
But that can't be, the internet told me there was no demand, that it was overpriced and nobody wanted one
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What are you trying to suggest here?. That the views of core hobby gamers on niche internet forums and YouTubers with very few subscribers and views. Are not indicative of the wider market... I just can't get my head around that startling revelation. ;) ;)
 
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Yeah but there is a difference. One didn't have any units to sell for almost a year since its release and the other is not so hard to find 4 days later.

Not down playing the numbers as I bought one and it's amazing system. But I am very sure if Sony were able to produce this much day one, it would have been sold as many as well or whatever number they can make.


I have no doubt that if Nintendo continue the moment they will outsell the PS5 at one point . But only if Sony keeps acting like shit and Nintendo keep up with releasing one banger after the other.

The Switch 1 had Zelda and Mario kart day one. Mario Odyssey not too long after . Had the Wii u library ported to switch. They were able to get so many games out which was a factor for it's success plus it's wow factor of both portable and home console at the same time.

Impressive numbers neverless. But they will need a Nintendo do direct very soon.

Oh and that game from Fromsoft sure will help move some units too

Nintendo. all I want is F zero GX remake / sequel and Zelda OoT remake. If I get these plus Mario Kart World and Fast Fusion that I already got, then my justification for the system is complete. I am happy to have these 4 games only for me to call this system a success ( Fast Fusion is just friggin awesome. A really must buy for Nintendo switch 2 owners that love futuristic racing )
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Not playing the numbers or launch success down. While at the same time playing both of those things down... What a post lol.. ;)
 
Robb said:
The 3DS, for example, sold an additional 10M units over time post the Switch launch in 2017.
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Yes but it was two different libraries. In comparison the Wii U's sales went from 2 to 0 in March 2017.

But the fact that the Switch Lite (and even the Switch) is half the price of the Switch 2 will help selling for quite some time, especially with new releases (Pokémon Z-A for eg), so 8 million by the end of the next fiscal year seems plausible
 
I dont think normies even know it came out. I asked a few friends today at the school dropoff and a few of them are going to buy one now they know it's out.
 
Baemono said:
8 million by the end of the next fiscal year seems plausible
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That's too optimistic. Nintendos own forecast for Switch (1) is 4.5M by March 31 2026. So they'll be at 156/157M by then.

I'm thinking they'll keep it running and it'll sell in smaller increments over time. The 3DS kept going all the way up to 2021, 4 years post the Switch (1) launch, and accumulated 10M additional units in that time.

The main question is if they plan on keeping the Switch going for a few years or not.
 
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Robb said:
That's too optimistic. Nintendos own forecast for Switch (1) is 4.5M by March 31 2026. So they'll be at 156/157M by then.

I'm thinking they'll keep it running and it'll sell in smaller increments over time. The 3DS kept going all the way up to 2021, 4 years post the Switch (1) launch, and accumulated 10M additional units in that time.

The main question is if they plan on keeping the Switch going for a few years or not.
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No but that's why I said "the next", by March 2027. I really believe the high price of the console and people turning 7 wanting to have their new Pokémon console will chose a regular Switch/a Switch Lite over the new one.
 
Baemono said:
No but that's why I said "the next", by March 2027. I really believe the high price of the console and people turning 7 wanting to have their new Pokémon console will chose a regular Switch/a Switch Lite over the new one.
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Oh right, sorry. Yeah, 8M doesn't seem impossible by FY26/27. And even if they don't make it by then, they should by FY27/28 or FY28/29 - given that they keep it running for that long.
 
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Nocty said:
I dont think normies even know it came out. I asked a few friends today at the school dropoff and a few of them are going to buy one now they know it's out.
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You have polled a couple of your friends wow what a revelation. The Switch Online system and it's news channel is informing more than enough existing Switch users of the new console. I know that's how my sister knew it was coming out.
 
Mozza said:
You have polled a couple of your friends wow what a revelation. The Switch Online system and it's news channel is informing more than enough existing Switch users of the new console. I know that's how my sister knew it was coming out.
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It is reasonable to assume that the average parent doesn't pay attention or log in to switch online very regularly to know that. The marketing here in the uk has been pretty slim, I havent seen any outside in the real world as of yet
 
Nocty said:
It is reasonable to assume that the average parent doesn't pay attention or log in to switch online very regularly to know that. The marketing here in the uk has been pretty slim, I havent seen any outside in the real world as of yet
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Assumption is the mother of all fuck ups... Just to little data to suggest anything either way. But this is a strong launch up to now.
 
Musashipan said:
Bad day for haters
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I don't get the haters. They all complained Switch 1 was too weak.

So now we have a bigger, better stronger Switch and yet they still complain. Why? Because one freaking game is $80? Really? So will they hate PS5 once Sony announces their $80 game? It just seems stupid and ridiculous.
 
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