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Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Sales Are Off To A Flying StartTomodachi Life: Living The Dream has achieved over 3.8 million global sales in its first two weeks. This strong launch for the Nintendo Switch title suggests it may surpass the 6.73 million units sold by its Nintendo 3DS predecessor, Tomodachi Life. Nintendo has confirmed the sales figures in its latest financial report.
PS5 sales expected to decline due to generative AI memory drought and rising pricesSony predicts a decrease in PlayStation 5 hardware sales for the next fiscal year, citing memory procurement challenges due to the rise of generative AI. This shortage is also impacting other platforms like the Steam Deck and has led to price increases for gaming hardware. Despite hardware sales concerns, Sony anticipates an increase in first-party game sales.
Here's A Look At The Best-Selling Switch And Switch 2 Games So FarNintendo's latest financial report reveals updated sales figures for its Switch and Switch 2 consoles. Mario Kart World leads the Switch 2 exclusives with over 14 million units sold, while Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the best-selling Switch title at over 71 million units. The report also highlights sales for other popular titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Pokémon Legends: Z-A.
Switch 2 price increase confirmed for UK but Nintendo won't say what it isNintendo is implementing a worldwide price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2 console, citing market conditions and the global business outlook. The price will rise by $50 in the US and Canada, and €30 in Europe, with effective dates varying by region. The company also announced updated sales figures for its Switch and Switch 2 consoles.- Nintendo is raising Switch 2 prices as chip crisis bitesNintendo is reportedly planning to increase the price of its upcoming Switch 2 console due to ongoing issues with the global semiconductor shortage. Despite selling 19.86 million units of the current Switch last year, the company anticipates a decline in sales for the next fiscal year.
Nintendo Reconfirms Release Windows For Major Upcoming Switch 2 GamesNintendo has reconfirmed the release windows for several major upcoming games on the Nintendo Switch 2, including Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, Star Fox, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and Splatoon Raiders. The company also announced price hikes for the console, citing market conditions. Upcoming titles like Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave and Pokémon Winds and Waves have broader release targets, with some third-party games also highlighted.
Nintendo announces Switch 2 price increase, consoles will soon be $500 in the USNintendo has announced a price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2, with the console set to rise to $499.99 in the US starting September 1st. Similar price hikes will affect Canada, Europe, and Japan. The company cited changing market conditions and its global business outlook for the revisions, apologizing for the impact on customers. This follows recent price increases for the PlayStation 5 by Sony and potential future adjustments for Microsoft's next-gen console.
Nintendo's Top-Selling Switch 2 Games Of All TimeNintendo has revealed its top-selling games for the Nintendo Switch, with Mario Kart World leading the pack with 14.7 million copies sold. Other top performers include Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokemon Legends: Z-A, Pokemon Pokopia, and Kirby Air Riders. The article also notes that the Nintendo Switch 2 will see a price increase to $500 in September 2026.
Switch 2 Has Sold Just Shy Of 20 Million Units, Nintendo Lowers FY27 ForecastNintendo has reported that its new console, the Nintendo Switch, has sold nearly 20 million units since its launch in June 2025. Despite exceeding initial forecasts, the company has lowered its fiscal year 2027 sales projections due to concentrated launch year sales and anticipated price increases. Nintendo still expects to sell 16.5 million units with the new pricing.
Legendary Mario And Zelda Director Is Retiring From Nintendo After 40 YearsVeteran Nintendo game designer and director Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company on June 26 after over 40 years of service. Tezuka, who worked on iconic titles like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, joins other long-time Nintendo employees who have recently departed. This news comes amidst broader industry trends of layoffs, contrasting with Nintendo's typically strong employee retention.
Tomodachi Life: Living The Dream Is Selling Like HotcakesNintendo announced that its social life simulator, Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream, has sold over 3.8 million units globally in its first two weeks. The game, released on April 16, has garnered significant attention, with popular videos and active subreddits contributing to its strong performance on the Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo hikes Switch 2 prices, revises console costs in Japan, US, Canada, and EuropeNintendo is implementing price increases for its Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 consoles in Japan, effective May 25, 2026. In the US, Canada, and Europe, only the Switch 2 will see a price hike starting September 1, 2026. The Nintendo Switch Online subscription service in Japan will also become more expensive from July 1, 2026, with Nintendo citing market conditions and global outlook as reasons for the revisions.
Nintendo Switch 2 price increases are coming, Nintendo announcesNintendo has announced upcoming price increases for the Nintendo Switch 2 and its other console models, effective May 28 in Japan and September 1 in North America and Europe. These revisions reflect broader trends in the electronics industry facing increased component costs. The company is also adjusting prices for Nintendo Switch Online in Japan.
Longtime Mario developer Takashi Tezuka retiring as executive officer from NintendoTakashi Tezuka, a long-time developer for Nintendo and a key figure in the Super Mario series, is retiring from his role as an executive officer. The announcement was made as part of Nintendo's financial results. It remains unclear if Tezuka will continue with the company in a different capacity.
Nintendo Legend Takashi Tezuka Is Retiring From His Role In JuneLegendary Nintendo developer Takashi Tezuka will be retiring from his role as Executive Officer effective June 26, 2026. Tezuka has been instrumental in the creation of numerous iconic titles, including the original Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Several other long-time Nintendo employees will also be retiring.- Switch 2, Switch, and Nintendo Switch Online price increases announcedNintendo has announced global price increases for the Nintendo Switch console and the Nintendo Switch Online service. The specific details and effective dates for these price adjustments were not immediately provided.
Nintendo Announces Sweeping Price Hikes For Switch 2Nintendo has announced significant global price increases for its upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 console, effective September 1st in western markets and May 25th, 2026 in Japan. The company is also raising prices for Nintendo Switch Online services in Japan starting July 1st, 2026, citing "changes in market conditions" and the "global business outlook" as reasons for the adjustments.
Nintendo release schedule – May 2026Nintendo has updated its release schedule for May 2026, confirming release dates for Splatoon Raiders and Rhythm Heaven Groove. Star Fox was also recently announced, while Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave is still slated for release this year. The company's plans for the latter half of 2026 remain largely undisclosed.
Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch million sellers for May 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia and FireRed / LeafGreen over 4 million, moreNintendo's May 2026 financial results reveal that Pokemon Pokopia and re-releases of Pokemon FireRed/LeafGreen have each sold over four million units on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. The report also details sales figures for other million-selling titles on both platforms, including Mario Kart World and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
The Nintendo Switch Refuses To Retire, And The PS2 Should Probably Be NervousThe Nintendo Switch is nearing the sales record of the PlayStation 2, with 155.92 million units sold compared to the PS2's 160 million. Despite a predicted slowdown for the upcoming Switch 2, the current Switch model has surpassed the Nintendo DS and continues to sell well. Factors like potential price hikes could influence whether the Switch ultimately overtakes the PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console of all time.