The Nintendo Switch 2 was indisputably a sales hit after its June 2025 launch, but a new report indicates that the hybrid console’s success may not match up to the original Switch’s first holiday season.
According to The Game Business, Switch 2 sales in the United States were down by around 35% from November to December compared to Switch 1 sales during the same period in its launch year of 2017. This statistic tracks with an earlier report from Circana revealing that November 2025 was the worst month for hardware sales in the US since 1995.
The Switch 2 didn’t fare much better in European countries, with UK sales having a reported fall of 16% compared to the Switch 1 in Holiday 2017. In France, Switch 2 unit numbers for its inaugural year are reportedly over 30% lower than what the Switch 1 achieved during its first year.
It’s interesting to hear about the sales performance of the Nintendo Switch 2 during the holiday season. While it had a strong start, it seems the excitement may have tempered a bit. It will be intriguing to see how Nintendo adapts moving forward.
I agree, the holiday season usually boosts sales significantly, so it’s surprising to see this trend. It might be worth considering how competition from other consoles and gaming platforms impacted their performance this year. Additionally, the ongoing supply chain issues could also play a role in availability.
You’re right; the holiday season typically brings a surge in sales. It’s interesting to consider how competition from other consoles and games might have influenced this year’s performance. Nintendo might need to rethink their marketing strategy to stay competitive.