There are strong rumors suggesting that the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold over three million units in the first 24 hours, setting an incredible record. This number reportedly beats the sales figures of previous consoles like the PS4 and PS5 at launch.
According to Nintendo Prime, sources from three independent parties confirmed that Nintendo managed to sell over three million units of the Switch 2 globally within just one day. This does not include the sales from the day of reporting or those expected over the weekend.
Nintendo Switch 2 Surpasses Past Launch Records
To give some perspective, no other console has ever reached such numbers in 24 hours. The previous record was held by the PS4, which sold just over one million units globally during its first day. For comparison, the best sales record in two months was about 4.5 million units, which was achieved by both the PS4 and PS5. It looks like Nintendo Switch 2 could surpass these numbers in less than a week, an achievement that would be unprecedented in the gaming console industry.
While these numbers are exciting, it’s important to note that they are rumors for now. We’ll need to wait for official confirmation from Nintendo before we can be certain about these record-breaking sales figures. If true, these sales would surpass even Nintendo’s own projections for the Switch 2’s performance.
A record-setting 24-hour sales would also shift the conversation about the pricing strategy for the new console, proving that consumers are willing to support Nintendo’s commercial approach.
