The Nintendo Switch has become the fastest-selling video game console in the U.S.
According to Nintendo, Nintendo Switch has sold over 4.8 million units in the US in 10 months, surpassing the Wii’s record, which sold 4 million units within the same timeframe.
“Fans across the country have experienced the joy of playing their favorite games at home or on the go,” said Reggie Fils-Aime, Nintendo of America’s President and COO. “Now that many more people have received Nintendo Switch systems for the holidays, we look forward to bringing them fun new surprises in 2018 and beyond.”
Nintendo has also shared additional information regarding sales for Nintendo Switch games in the US:
A strong library of games continues to fuel momentum for Nintendo Switch. In the U.S., more than 60 percent of Nintendo Switch owners have Super Mario Odyssey, and over 55 percent own The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Not only are these games system-sellers, but they’re also two of the highest-rated games in history. Nintendo Switch owners also possess the fun, competitive games Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Splatoon 2 at rates of more than 50 percent and 20 percent, respectively.
As we’ve entered the New Year, Nintendo has re-confirmed additional third party support from publishers such as, EA, Activision, Ubisoft, Capcom, SEGA, Take 2 and Bethesda, plus a growing catalog of quality content from indie developers.
Source: Nintendo PR
