According to KitGuru.net, Nintendo’s latest earnings report reveals the Switch 2 has officially sold over 10 million units in its first four months on the market. The console specifically reached 10.36 million sales as of September 30th, which marks almost exactly four months since its launch. Meanwhile, the original Switch continues its march toward history with 154.01 million lifetime sales, putting it just 0.01 million behind the Nintendo DS. The aging Switch 1 is now only about 6 million units away from surpassing the PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console ever. Interestingly, Nintendo has actually increased the price of the original Switch rather than discounting it. The company ensured strong supply during the Switch 2’s launch period, making these early numbers particularly impressive.
<h2 id="switch-2-momentum”>What This Means for Switch 2
Reaching 10 million units in four months is no small feat, even with good supply. But here’s the thing – we’re basically looking at the holiday season ramp-up period, which means these numbers could explode in the next quarter. The Switch 2 has already nearly matched the Wii U’s entire lifetime sales of 13.56 million units, which is both impressive for the new console and downright embarrassing for the Wii U. I mean, think about that – a console that struggled for years versus one that’s just getting started.
The Original Switch’s Final Push
Now let’s talk about the OG Switch sitting at 154.01 million units. It’s literally a hair’s breadth from passing the Nintendo DS, and within striking distance of the PlayStation 2’s throne. But can a nearly 9-year-old console actually pull this off? With the price going up instead of down, it feels like Nintendo is testing how much life this platform really has left. They’re basically saying “if people still want it, they’ll pay for it” – which is either brilliant or completely tone-deaf depending on your perspective.
Nintendo’s Clever Positioning
What’s fascinating here is how Nintendo is managing this transition. They’re not killing off the Switch 1, they’re letting it coexist while the Switch 2 builds momentum. This dual-console strategy could pay huge dividends if they can maintain software support across both platforms. The question is whether consumers will see enough value in upgrading to the Switch 2 when the original still has such a massive library and is approaching legendary status.
Looking ahead, the real test will be whether Nintendo can maintain this momentum beyond the initial enthusiast rush. The company has learned from past transitions, and this measured approach shows they’re playing the long game. If you’re interested in deeper gaming industry analysis, consider supporting independent coverage through platforms like Patreon where you often get more nuanced takes than mainstream outlets.
