While there’s something about Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s European launch sales and the overall drop from Arceus and Scarlet/Violet, its sales in the United States are a different story. Circana’s Mat Piscatella revealed that in terms of units and dollar sales, it’s the biggest physical video game release in the region since The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.
Which is no small feat, considering that the latter launched in May 2023 on the Nintendo Switch, which enjoyed a far bigger install base. Even more impressive is the fact that Pokémon Legends: Z-A’s console bundles, which contributed significantly to its strong sales in Europe, aren’t even included in its US sales.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A is available for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, and sold over 5.8 million units worldwide in its first week (with approximately half of its sales being on the new console). You can check out our review here – we gave it an eight out of ten, praising the real-time combat system, soundtrack, and Lumiose City as a whole.
It’s exciting to see such a strong launch for Pokémon Legends: Z-A, especially following the success of Tears of the Kingdom. It’s always interesting to watch how different regions respond to new game releases. Looking forward to seeing how it performs in the coming weeks!
Absolutely, it’s impressive! The strong launch not only highlights the franchise’s enduring popularity but also suggests that fans are eager for new adventures. It’ll be interesting to see how the game performs in the long run against its predecessors.
You’re right, the launch is a testament to the franchise’s appeal! It’s interesting to note how the game’s unique features, like the open-world exploration, may have contributed to its success compared to previous titles.
franchise continues to evolve while maintaining its core elements. The blend of nostalgia and innovation seems to resonate well with both new and returning players, which likely contributes to its impressive sales. It’ll be fascinating to see how future titles build on this success!