Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream
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Nintendo Switch 2 has officially outsold the GameCube
The Nintendo Switch 2 has surpassed the Nintendo GameCube in lifetime sales, reaching 23.68 million units sold compared to the GameCube's 21.74 million. This milestone was achieved within the Switch 2's first year on the market, building on the success of its predecessor. The console is now aiming to outsell the Nintendo 64.
Nintendo (NTDOY) software sales were 61.5% digital in Q1 FY27
Nintendo reported that 61.5% of its software sales in Q1 FY27 were digital, a significant increase from 54.6% in the previous quarter. This trend highlights a growing preference for digital purchases on the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Switch 2. The company has not announced any plans to discontinue physical game releases.
Famitsu sales (7/27/26 – 8/2/26) – another big week for Splatoon Raiders
The latest Japanese hardware sales data from Famitsu shows the Nintendo Switch 2 leading with 30,606 units sold, followed by the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition. Splatoon Raiders topped the software charts with 73,542 units sold, contributing to its strong overall performance. Other notable software includes Rhythm Heaven Groove and Village in the Shade.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch million sellers August 2026 – Mario Kart World at over 15 million, Tomodachi Life at nearly 8 million, more
Nintendo's August 2026 financial results reveal updated sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Mario Kart World has surpassed 15 million units sold, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream is nearing eight million. The report also provides sales numbers for several other titles on both platforms.
Nintendo financial results – August 2026 – Switch 2 at 23.68 million, Switch at 156.59 million, more
Nintendo's August 2026 financial report reveals strong performance for the fiscal year's first quarter. The Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 19.86 million units, with 48.71 million software units sold, while the original Nintendo Switch has reached 156.59 million hardware units sold. The company also reported significant increases in net sales and operating profit, driven by strong software sales and digital revenue.
Nintendo Switch 2 Is Still Outpacing The Original Switch By Millions
Nintendo's latest financial results show that while the Nintendo Switch 2 is outpacing the original Switch in sales, its console sales have dropped significantly in the last quarter. Despite this, overall operating profit increased due to higher software revenue. Several first-party titles continue to sell well, and future releases for the Switch 2 are planned for 2026.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons tops 50 million units sold
Nintendo announced that Animal Crossing: New Horizons has sold over 50 million units worldwide on the Nintendo Switch. The game's latest sales figures were updated in Nintendo's Q1 FY27 earnings report. This milestone places it as one of the best-selling games on the platform.
Nintendo Q1 sales drop 9.5%; operating profit soars following higher software sales and $300m in US tariff refunds
Nintendo reported a 9.5% decrease in first-quarter net sales, but operating profit soared by 150.5% due to increased software revenue and a significant $300 million in US tariff refunds. Despite a 34.4% drop in Nintendo Switch hardware sales, digital software sales saw a 90% increase, and the company's IP segment experienced substantial growth, largely driven by the success of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has sold over 8 million units since launch
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has surpassed 8 million units sold across the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. Nintendo's Q1 FY27 earnings report, released August 6, 2026, detailed the game's strong performance, with 7.94 million units sold during the reporting period. The Nintendo Switch 2 also saw robust sales, moving 3.82 million units.
Nintendo Switch 2 Sells 23.68 Million Units Worldwide
The Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 23.68 million units worldwide as of June 30th, significantly outpacing the original Switch's first-year sales. Despite the original Switch still selling well and outselling the Switch 2 in software, the new console is facing a global price hike to $500 on September 1st. Upcoming titles like The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake and The Duskbloods may influence future software sales.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders holds on strong, physical Xenoblade 1 for Nintendo Switch 2 debuts
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 1, 2026, shows Splatoon Raiders holding strong at number two. The physical release of Xenoblade Chronicles: Definitive Edition - Nintendo Switch 2 Edition debuted at number sixteen.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 1, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream still dominating
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for August 1, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game, a recent release, has fallen to number 10. The charts detail the top 30 overall games and top 30 download-only titles.
Famitsu software sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 20-26, 2026. Splatoon Raiders for the Nintendo Switch 2 debuted at number one with 474,684 units sold. The Nintendo Switch remains the dominant platform, with several titles from its library appearing in the top 30.
Famitsu sales (7/20/26 – 7/26/26) – first week sales revealed for Splatoon Raiders, big Nintendo Switch 2 boost
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of July 20-26, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant boost, selling over 50,000 units in its first week, with Splatoon Raiders topping the software charts. The PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X also saw sales figures reported.
Japan’s best-selling games of June 2026 – Star Fox, Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth, and more debut
Famitsu reports that Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was Japan's best-selling game in June 2026, selling over 150,000 copies. New releases Star Fox and Final Fantasy 7 Rebirth for the Nintendo Switch 2 also charted, alongside Powerful Pro Baseball 2026-2027 and eFootball: Kick-Off. Nintendo led publisher sales, while the Nintendo Switch 2 saw a significant decline in hardware sales following a price increase.
UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026 – Splatoon Raiders immediately hits #1
Splatoon Raiders debuted at number one on the UK software sales chart for the week ending July 25, 2026. Several other Nintendo titles, including Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia, also charted well. The list features a wide range of games from various publishers.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – July 25, 2026 – Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game debuts
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of July 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Avatar Legends: The Fighting Game makes its debut at #7 overall and leads the download-only category. Rhythm Heaven Groove remains at #2.
Famitsu software sales (7/13/26 – 7/19/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of July 13-19, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 76,786 units sold. The data includes sales figures for various games across Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 platforms.
Famitsu sales (7/13/26 – 7/19/26) – first week sales revealed for Kyoto Xanadu, Culdcept Begins
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of July 13-19, 2026. The Nintendo Switch continues to lead hardware sales, while Kyoto Xanadu and Culdcept Begins debut on the software charts.
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream updated to Version 1.0.4 (patch notes)
Nintendo has released update Version 1.0.4 for Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Nintendo Switch. This update addresses various bugs and gameplay issues, including a rare save data corruption problem and a crash related to Mii character resolutions.