Nintendo Switch 2 Breaks UK Sales Records Instantly

Nintendo Switch 2 is rocking the gaming world as the fastest-selling Nintendo console in UK history. According to fresh data from NielsenIQ, this new entry surpassed previous hardware launches, leaving the Nintendo 3DS—which debuted in 2010 and sold 113,000 units—trailing in its wake. While sales figures weren’t disclosed, the buzz around Switch 2 is undeniable.

It seems the Switch 2 is off to a stunning start, reportedly outselling the original Nintendo Switch launch by more than two to one. That original was slightly hampered by supply constraints during its initial months, but even so, those numbers are hard to ignore, especially when you consider that Switch 2’s launch sales didn’t come close to the record-breaking debut of the PlayStation 5.

The Emerging Landscape

Currently, the Nintendo Switch 2 ranks as the fourth best-selling home console in terms of units sold, coming in behind the PS5, PS4, and Xbox Series. In revenue terms, it’s the third best, just behind the PS5 and Xbox Series as well. This growth signals a promising shift in Nintendo’s sales trajectory, especially in a market where they’ve traditionally faced stiff competition.

UK’s Best-Selling Console Launches

(Units / excluding handhelds)

1. PlayStation 5
2. PlayStation 4
3. Xbox Series
4. Nintendo Switch 2
5. PlayStation 3
6. Xbox One
7. Nintendo Wii
8. Nintendo Switch
9. Xbox 360
10. Xbox One X

It’s interesting to note that the UK market has not always favored Nintendo, with the Wii lagging behind the Xbox 360 and the Switch losing ground to the PS4, despite strong global performance. However, Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser emphasized that they’ll have a “steady supply” of Switch 2 consoles arriving in US retailers over the coming months. Many major US retailers are currently out of stock online, but some still have limited in-store availability.

The excitement surrounding Switch 2 is palpable, and gamers are eager to see how this all plays out in the coming months. As the competition heats up, the gaming landscape will certainly benefit from the innovation and fierce rivalry between platforms.