Nintendo’s Switch 2 has not only solidified the company’s dominance in Japan but has also driven a remarkable 40% growth in the home video game market in 2025. With 3.78 million units sold, the Switch 2 became Japan’s fastest-selling console, accounting for over half of all home console sales that year. This impressive performance highlights Nintendo’s ability to innovate and capture the hearts of gamers, continuing a legacy that spans more than two decades.

Nintendo has once again solidified its position as a titan in the gaming industry, with the launch of the Switch 2 leading to an astounding 40% growth in Japan’s home video game market in 2025. Selling 3.78 million units, the Switch 2 not only became the fastest-selling console in Japan’s history but also accounted for more than half of all home consoles sold that year, according to Famitsu’s annual sales data.

Nintendo Switch 2 has made waves in the gaming industry, achieving a remarkable milestone of 10.36 million units sold within just a few months of its launch. This impressive figure surpasses the initial sales of both the original Switch and its competitors, the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5, making it the biggest console launch in history. With Nintendo raising its sales forecast to 19 million units for the fiscal year, the demand for this new console is clearly resonating with gamers worldwide.