Tokyo, Japan – Nintendo’s latest financial earnings report has revealed a significant milestone for the popular Switch console. Since its launch in 2017, the Switch has now sold a total of 141.32 million units, solidifying its position as one of the company’s most successful products.
During the fiscal year 2024, the Switch recorded sales of 15.70 million units across its three different variants. This number marks a slight decrease of 12.6% compared to the previous fiscal year, during which 17.97 million units were sold.
Breaking down the sales figures, the original Switch model sold 3.86 million units, the Switch OLED model sold 9.32 million units, and the Switch Lite sold 2.52 million units during fiscal year 2024.
With these impressive sales numbers, the question arises whether the Switch will surpass the historic sales of the DS and PS2, which stand at 154.02 million and 155 million units, respectively. Nintendo’s forecast for fiscal year 2025 suggests sales of around 13.50 million units, potentially pushing the Switch’s total sales to 154.82 million.
Despite the possible challenge, many experts believe that the Switch’s success is almost guaranteed, especially when comparing it to Nintendo’s other major consoles like the DS, Game Boy, and Wii.
Looking ahead, Nintendo’s plans for a successor to the Switch may impact future sales. President Shuntaro Furukawa announced that the next-generation hardware will be unveiled within the fiscal year, indicating a new era for the company’s gaming consoles.
Overall, the Switch’s continued success reflects Nintendo’s ability to innovate and captivate audiences with its unique gaming experiences. As the company looks towards the future, fans eagerly anticipate the next chapter in Nintendo’s gaming legacy.