Nintendo Switch 2 Surpasses PS4 to Become the Fastest-Selling Gaming Console in US History

Nintendo Switch 2 Sets a New Sales Record in the U. S.

The Nintendo Switch 2 has officially become the fastest-selling video game hardware in U. S.history, achieving remarkable sales figures just weeks after its release. According to Mat Piscatella, the executive director and analyst at Circana, a staggering 1.6 million units were sold in the U. S.alone, surpassing the previous record held by the PlayStation 4, which managed 1.1 million units during its launch.

June 2025 U. S.Video Game Market Highlights from Circana – Nintendo Switch 2 debuted as the fastest selling video game hardware device in US history, while consumer spending in both video game hardware and accessories reached new all-time June records.

— Mat Piscatella (@matpiscatella.bsky.social) 2025-07-23T13:00:26.042Z

Explosive Global Sales and Launch Impact

In just four days post-launch, the Switch 2 achieved a global sales milestone of 3.5 million units, outperforming the original Nintendo Switch’s performance from its 2017 debut. This impressive start positions the Switch 2 as a significant player in the gaming market, with record-breaking sales in the U. S.during its inaugural week.

Piscatella’s data reveals that hardware spending surged by an incredible 249% compared to the previous year. The Nintendo Switch 2 not only dominated unit sales but also led sales revenue in the U. S.in June, outpacing the PlayStation 5. However, it’s noteworthy that while the PS5 remains the overall best-seller of 2025 thus far, the upcoming months may alter this dynamic.

Game Sales Highlight Popularity and Trends

Another key aspect of the Switch 2’s exceptional launch is its game sales. A remarkable 82% of Switch 2 purchasers in the U. S.chose to buy Mario Kart World, either bundled with the console or as a standalone title. Following closely behind, Cyberpunk 2077 topped the best-sellers list, followed by Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma, and both iterations of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Breath of the Wild, securing fourth and fifth place, respectively.

Content – June 2025 Top 10 Best-Selling Premium Games on Nintendo Platforms – U. S.(Dollar Sales, Physical and Digital from digital data sharing publishers, excludes add-on content)

— Mat Piscatella (@matpiscatella.bsky.social) 2025-07-23T13:00:26.059Z

Overall Industry Landscape in June 2025

Shifting focus to the broader gaming landscape, notable sales data for June 2025 highlights Elden Ring: Nightreign firmly establishing itself as a top contender, ranking eighth among the best-selling games for the year. It emerged as the leading premium game in the U. S.for June.

In second place for the month, Death Stranding 2: On the Beach has yet to break into the top twenty for the year, despite performing strongly on the PlayStation 5 sales charts.

Lastly, Stellar Blade has made significant strides, leaping to second on the PC sales charts and rising from 185th to fifth place overall in June 2025, reflecting consumer interest after its recent PC launch. Nonetheless, it still trails behind Nightreign.

Looking Ahead: The Future of the Nintendo Switch 2

The overwhelming success of the Nintendo Switch 2 comes as no surprise to industry analysts, and there is tremendous anticipation for its future trajectory. While exact global sales figures for June remain undisclosed, early reports suggest the console surpassed 5 million units worldwide. Market analysis firm DFC Intelligence has projected sales could reach an astonishing 16 million units by the year’s end, a target that appears increasingly attainable.

As the excitement around the Switch 2 continues to grow, many are eager to see how its journey unfolds in the remainder of the year.

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