The Nintendo Switch shipped 155.37 million units worldwide as of December 31, 2025, passing the Nintendo DS to become Nintendo’s all-time best-selling console. Software shipments crossed 1.5 billion copies during the same period. Here’s a complete breakdown of the latest Nintendo Switch sales data, regional splits, model variants, and software performance.
Top Nintendo Switch Statistics in 2026
- The Nintendo Switch has shipped 155.37 million units globally as of Q3 FY2026.
- Lifetime software shipments reached 1.5 billion copies by December 2025.
- The Americas account for 38.3% of all Nintendo Switch sales.
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has sold 70.59 million copies, a 45.4% attach rate.
- Over 129 million people actively played on the Switch during 2025.
How Many Nintendo Switch Units Have Been Sold?
Nintendo shipped 155.37 million Switch consoles from the console’s March 2017 launch through December 31, 2025. That total surpasses the Nintendo DS (154.02 million) and places the Switch as the second-best-selling console of all time, behind only the PlayStation 2 at roughly 160 million.
Quarterly shipments have slowed significantly. The April through December 2025 window produced just 3.25 million units, down 66% from the same stretch a year earlier. The Q3 FY2026 quarter (October to December 2025) showed a small uptick to 1.36 million units, likely from holiday demand.
| Reporting Period | Cumulative Hardware Shipped | Units Shipped in Quarter |
|---|---|---|
| March 31, 2024 | 141.32 million | 1.96 million |
| June 30, 2024 | 143.42 million | 2.10 million |
| September 30, 2024 | 146.04 million | 2.62 million |
| December 31, 2024 | 150.84 million | 4.80 million |
| March 31, 2025 | 152.12 million | 1.28 million |
| June 30, 2025 | 153.10 million | 0.98 million |
| September 30, 2025 | 154.01 million | 0.91 million |
| December 31, 2025 | 155.37 million | 1.36 million |
Source: Nintendo IR Financial Results; VGChartz
Nintendo Switch Sales by Region
The Americas remain the largest market for the Switch, with 59.45 million units shipped, about 38.3% of the global total. Japan and Europe are close behind, separated by fewer than 2 million units. Markets outside these three regions contributed a consistent 11.5%.
| Region | Lifetime Units Shipped | Share of Global Total |
|---|---|---|
| Americas | 59.45 million | 38.3% |
| Europe | 39.91 million | 25.7% |
| Japan | 38.14 million | 24.5% |
| Other Regions | 17.87 million | 11.5% |
Source: VGChartz / Nintendo Q3 FY2026 Earnings
Nintendo Switch Sales by Model Variant
The standard Switch accounts for 62.6% of all units sold at 97.33 million. The OLED model, available since October 2021, has reached 31.78 million. In the most recent quarter, the OLED variant outsold both the Lite and standard models, moving 570,000 units compared to 350,000 for Lite and 330,000 for standard.
| Model | Lifetime Units Shipped | Share of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Nintendo Switch | 97.33 million | 62.6% |
| Nintendo Switch OLED | 31.78 million | 20.5% |
| Nintendo Switch Lite | 26.26 million | 16.9% |
Source: Nintendo Earnings Data
Where Does the Nintendo Switch Rank Among Best-Selling Consoles?
The Switch now sits at number two on the all-time list, fewer than 5 million units behind the PlayStation 2. Whether it reaches the top spot depends on how long Nintendo continues production. The company’s own forecast for FY2026 projects just 750,000 more units through March 2026, bringing the total to around 156 million.
| Rank | Console | Manufacturer | Lifetime Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PlayStation 2 | Sony | ~160 million |
| 2 | Nintendo Switch | Nintendo | 155.37 million |
| 3 | Nintendo DS | Nintendo | 154.02 million |
| 4 | Game Boy / Game Boy Color | Nintendo | 118.69 million |
| 5 | PlayStation 4 | Sony | ~117.2 million |
Source: Nintendo IR; Wikipedia; GameSpot
Industry projections from Omdia put the Switch’s final tally somewhere between 159 and 161 million, contingent on continued production and a potential price cut. The Switch has never received a permanent price reduction in nearly nine years on sale, which is unusual for a console with this kind of lifespan.
What Are the Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads with 70.59 million copies sold, an attach rate of 45.4%. That means close to half of all Switch owners bought it. The top 10 titles combined have sold 338.90 million copies, accounting for about 22.6% of all Switch software sales. Titles like Fortnite, which is free-to-play and tracked separately, are not counted in these figures.
| Rank | Title | Lifetime Sales |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe | 70.59 million |
| 2 | Animal Crossing: New Horizons | 49.32 million |
| 3 | Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | 37.44 million |
| 4 | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | 33.64 million |
| 5 | Super Mario Odyssey | 30.27 million |
| 6 | Pokémon Scarlet / Violet | 28.08 million |
| 7 | Pokémon Sword / Shield | 27.08 million |
| 8 | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | 22.40 million |
| 9 | Super Mario Party | 21.28 million |
| 10 | New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe | 18.80 million |
Source: Nintendo IR; Gematsu
Nintendo Switch Software and Engagement Numbers
Total software shipments hit 1.5 billion copies by December 2025. The attach rate sits at 9.7 games per console, close to the PlayStation 2’s lifetime rate of 10.5 achieved over 13 years. The Switch reached this figure in under nine years.
Around 129 million people actively used a Switch during 2025, a number Nintendo said was largely unchanged from 2024. That level of engagement is notable for a console in its ninth year with the Switch 2 already available since June 2025. Software sales from April to December 2025 totaled 108.93 million units, down 12.1% year-over-year.
| Metric | Figure | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Lifetime Software Shipped | 1,500.16 million | December 31, 2025 |
| Software Attach Rate | ~9.7 games per console | December 31, 2025 |
| Annual Active Players | ~129 million | Calendar Year 2025 |
| FY2026 Q1–Q3 Software Sales | 108.93 million units | April–December 2025 |
Source: Nintendo IR; Nintendo Financial Results Presentation, Feb 2026
What’s the Nintendo Switch Sales Forecast?
Nintendo’s own projection for FY2026 (ending March 31, 2026) calls for about 4.5 million total Switch shipments for the fiscal year, which would put cumulative sales near 156.6 million. Reaching the PS2’s 160 million mark would require continued production into 2027 or beyond.
Analysts at Omdia estimate a final range of 159 to 161 million, depending on whether Nintendo introduces a price cut to extend the console’s life as a budget option alongside the Switch 2. Given the current sales pace, the all-time record is possible but far from certain. The gaming industry will be watching whether Nintendo prioritizes new audiences for the Switch 2 or keeps the original Switch alive as an entry-level device.
FAQ
How many Nintendo Switch units have been sold?
Nintendo shipped 155.37 million Switch consoles worldwide as of December 31, 2025, making it the second-best-selling console ever behind the PlayStation 2.
Is the Nintendo Switch the best-selling console of all time?
Not yet. The Switch ranks second at 155.37 million units. The PlayStation 2 holds the record at approximately 160 million units sold.
What is the best-selling Nintendo Switch game?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the top seller at 70.59 million copies, with a 45.4% attach rate among Switch owners.
How many active Nintendo Switch players are there?
Nintendo reported approximately 129 million active Switch users during calendar year 2025, largely consistent with the prior year.
What is the Nintendo Switch software attach rate?
The Switch has an attach rate of roughly 9.7 games per console as of December 2025, approaching the PS2’s lifetime rate of 10.5.
