The Nintendo Switch 2 is rewriting gaming history with unprecedented sales figures across international markets. Recent data from Japan reveals the console has sold over 1.5 million units domestically, marking the most successful video game system launch in the country's history. Originally released on June 5, 2025, Nintendo's next-generation hybrid console has already outperformed legendary gaming platforms in record time.

Global sales reports from July 2025 indicate the Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed 5 million units worldwide, setting a new benchmark as the fastest-selling gaming console ever. The system moved approximately 1.1 million units during its debut week in the United States, while maintaining equally impressive momentum in Nintendo's home territory of Japan.

Japanese media outlet Yomiuri reports the Switch 2 achieved 1,538,260 sales within its first month, eclipsing the Game Boy Advance's longstanding record of 1,367,433 units set in 2001. The new console has outperformed other industry heavyweights including the PS5 (3.4 million global first-month sales) and surpassed the Japanese launch performance of both the PS2 and Nintendo DS systems.

Complementing the hardware success, the Switch 2 exclusive Mario Kart World has achieved remarkable sales of its own, surpassing 1 million physical copies sold in Japan within a month. When including digital sales and bundle packages, the actual numbers are significantly higher. With anticipated holiday bundles featuring Pokemon titles and continued strong performance of exclusives like Donkey Kong Bananza, industry analysts predict the Switch 2 may establish new first-year sales benchmarks.