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Switch 2 Outsells All Previous Nintendo Consoles at Launch
JAPAN, JUN 11 – The Nintendo Switch 2 set a record as Nintendo's fastest-selling hardware with over 3.5 million units sold globally in four days, driven by upgraded features and strong demand.
- Nintendo released the Switch 2 console on June 5, 2025, achieving record-breaking sales worldwide within four days.
- This launch followed strong demand forecasts and sold-out preorders, despite challenges like high pricing and U.S. trade tariff uncertainties.
- The upgraded Switch 2 features a larger screen, more processing power, magnetic controllers, and new online GameChat functions enhancing play experiences.
- Nintendo reported selling over 3.5 million units in four days, with president Shuntaro Furukawa noting the price is "relatively high compared to its predecessor."
- The success marks Nintendo’s strongest console start, but sustaining momentum remains uncertain amid price sensitivity and ongoing tariff concerns.
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