Nintendo's new hybrid console has crossed a key milestone: Switch 2 It has already sold 10,36 million units as of September 30, just four months after its launch on June 5. Such a strong start places it among the company's most powerful releases and consolidates an adoption rate that It easily exceeds initial forecasts.
With this momentum, Nintendo has made its move and has raised its sales target For the current fiscal year: it expects to ship 19 million consoles by March 2026 (compared to the previously projected 15 million). In parallel, the company is adjusting production to avoid stock shortages in key markets if demand remains the same.
Sales pace and comparisons
During the July-September quarter, the following were distributed 4,54 million Switch 2bringing the total above the aforementioned threshold. The initial performance was also remarkable: in its first four days They were placed around 3,5 million unitsOverall, the rhythm surpasses that of the original switch (4,7 million in the same period), PS4 (7,5 million) and PS5 (7,8 million) in their respective launches.
Catalog, backward compatibility and software
Industry analysts point to three levers in this launch: a frictionless transition from the first Switch, an initial catalog with important titles and backward compatibility with the previous library. That combination has accelerated adoption by both veteran and new players.
The pull is also reflected in the software: Switch 2 surpasses 20 million games sold in its first few months (20,62 million, according to the report). Highlights include Mario Kart World (9,57 million) —with some 8,1 million included in bundles with the console— and Donkey Kong Bananza (3,49 million), which have acted as locomotives of the platform.
Price, tariffs and demand
Despite a higher-than-expected launch price —$450— and the uncertainty generated by tariffs on technological products In the US, the market has responded strongly. Global demand has defied the most cautious forecasts, maintaining a sustained sales pace since June.
On the operational side, Nintendo has known avoid logistical bottlenecks that affected other manufacturers in recent years. Store availability and staggered regional distribution have helped preserve a stable supply during launch.
Forecasts and upcoming months
With the ribbon of the 10,36 million Now that this has been overcome, the company's priority is to supply the Christmas campaign and Black Friday, critical periods for hardware. Looking ahead to the end of the fiscal year, Nintendo is focusing on the 19 million of units, relying on first-party releases and in the traction of its ecosystem.
For European markets —including Spain—, the focus will be on availability and maintaining stable prices in the face of potential demand pressures. Lacking regional breakdowns, overall performance suggests a sustained interest in the area if the stock flow allows it.
The outcome of this launch is clear: hardware with commercial traction, software that drives (more than 20 million games) and some upwardly revised forecastsThe big question is whether Nintendo will be able to maintain this momentum in the coming quarters without losing pace or availability.