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Switch 2 Still Outpacing Most Consoles in US Despite Reported Demand Slowdown
Despite reports of a slowdown in demand, the Nintendo Switch 2 is reportedly still outselling most other consoles in the US. The article also touches on user reviews for a specific game, noting a rise in positive scores on Steam and the developer's responsiveness to feedback through patches.
US: Nintendo Switch 2 remains 2nd fastest selling hardware in tracked history
Mat Piscatella of Circana reports that the Nintendo Switch remains the second fastest-selling video game hardware in the United States, despite sales not meeting internal expectations during the Christmas season. The Game Boy Advance holds the record for the fastest-selling hardware in tracked US history.
Resident Evil Requiem tops US February charts, launch sales 60% higher than Village | US Monthly Charts
Resident Evil Requiem topped the US February sales charts, with launch week sales 60% higher than Resident Evil Village. The Nintendo Switch 2 hardware also saw strong performance, with sales 45% higher than the original Switch after nine months on the market. The overall US video game market generated $4.6 billion in February, showing flat year-on-year growth.
PS5 Outsells Switch 2 in the US in February 2026
The PlayStation 5 was the best-selling console in the US for February 2026, leading in both unit and dollar sales. This data covers the four-week period from February 1 to February 28, according to Circana.
Resident Evil Requiem Tops February 2026 Sales as U.S. Game Spending Reaches $4.6 Billion
Resident Evil Requiem was the top-selling game in the U.S. for February 2026, contributing to a total industry spending of $4.6 billion. Hardware sales saw a 22% increase, and subscription revenue also rose during the same period.
Feb 2026 USA Sales: PS5 Outsells Nintendo's New Switch 2 for a Second Consecutive Month
In February 2026, the PlayStation 5 outsold the Nintendo Switch for the second consecutive month in the USA, despite a year-over-year decline in PlayStation sales. Resident Evil Requiem was the best-selling game of the year so far, with its launch week sales significantly exceeding Resident Evil Village. Overall industry spending saw a slight increase year-over-year, partly due to the Switch's performance.
Resident Evil Requiem Debuts as the Best-selling Game of the Year in the U.S. So Far - IGN
Resident Evil Requiem debuted as the best-selling game of February 2026 in the U.S. and is the year's top seller so far, with Capcom reporting 6 million global sales. Overall gaming spending saw a slight 1% year-over-year increase, largely driven by hardware sales, particularly the new Nintendo Switch 2, which is outpacing its predecessor. Despite strong individual game performances, content spending remained flat, with subscription services being the only growing segment.
Japanese Charts: Ditto Copies Another Win For Pokémon Pokopia
Pokémon Pokopia continues to lead the Japanese physical sales charts for the week of March 9th-15th, selling an additional 117,029 units. New entries include Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and Fatal Frame II: Crimson Butterfly Remake, which debuted in the top ten across Nintendo Switch 2 and PlayStation 5. The Nintendo Switch 2 remains the dominant hardware platform in Japan, with PlayStation 5 models also showing strong sales.
Famitsu sales (3/9/26 – 3/15/26) – first week sales revealed for Monster Hunter Stories 3, Fatal Frame 2 Remake
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware sales figures for the week of March 9-15, 2026. The Nintendo Switch led sales, followed by the PlayStation 5. The article also notes the first-week sales for Monster Hunter Stories 3 and Fatal Frame 2 Remake.
Japanese Charts: Pokémon Pokopia Gets Off To An Astonishing Start
Pokémon Pokopia has achieved a strong launch in Japan, selling 541,371 physical copies and contributing to the Nintendo Switch 2's dominance in hardware sales. The Nintendo Switch 2 sold 127,508 units, significantly outselling other consoles like the PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X.
Famitsu sales (3/2/26 – 3/8/26) – first week sales revealed for Pokemon Pokopia
Famitsu has released its latest Japanese hardware and software sales data for the week of March 2nd to March 8th, 2026. Pokemon Pokopia debuted at the top of the software charts with over 541,000 units sold on the Nintendo Switch 2. The Nintendo Switch 2 also led hardware sales, followed by the Nintendo Switch OLED model.
Pokémon Pokopia Becomes a Huge Success on Nintendo Switch 2
Pokémon Pokopia has launched successfully on the Nintendo Switch 2, with strong sales reported by industry analyst Daniel Ahmad. The game has sold out in many physical stores due to underestimated demand, while digital sales have reached record levels. The launch has also boosted Nintendo Switch 2 console sales, positioning Pokopia as a significant system seller for early 2026.
Tokyo Xtreme Racer Review (PS5) - Impulse Gamer
This review covers Tokyo Xtreme Racer for the PlayStation 5, noting its release alongside strong sales figures for various Nintendo Switch and PlayStation consoles. The article also details software sales for new releases like Resident Evil Requiem and Mario Tennis Fever.
PlayStation Store: February 2026’s top downloads
The PlayStation Store's top downloads for February 2026 show Resident Evil Requiem leading sales on PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch 2. The article also details hardware sales figures for various consoles, with the Nintendo Switch family of consoles dominating overall unit sales.
Analyst claims new Xbox console is ‘already dead’ as Microsoft backs Game Pass
Wedbush Securities analyst Michael Pachter claims the next Xbox console is already doomed due to Microsoft's focus on Game Pass. He argues the subscription service's high cost undermines traditional hardware sales, suggesting a more flexible pricing model would be more sustainable for the ecosystem.
US video game consumer spending predicted to reach $62.8bn in 2026
US consumer spending on video games is projected to reach $62.8 billion in 2026, a 3% increase driven by anticipated sales of the Nintendo Switch 2 and Grand Theft Auto 6. Circana forecasts that 2026 could surpass the 2021 all-time high, despite potential headwinds from component costs affecting hardware sales. Strong software releases and subscription engagement are expected to bolster the market.
It’s official: Battlefield 6 is 2025's best-selling game, but Black Ops 7 still managed to be November’s top-seller
Battlefield 6 has officially become the best-selling game of 2025, a title previously dominated by the Call of Duty series. While Black Ops 7 topped sales in November, Battlefield 6 secured the year-to-date lead. The report also highlights a significant decline in video game hardware sales across all major platforms in November.
Costco Quietly Pulls Xbox Consoles and Games From US and UK Websites - New Game Network
Costco has quietly removed all Xbox consoles, games, and accessories from its US and UK websites, with searches for the products now returning no results. This move comes amid Microsoft's reported struggles in Xbox hardware sales, which have seen a significant year-over-year decline, contrasting with PlayStation 5's performance. Despite console sales challenges, Xbox Game Pass continues to generate substantial revenue.
US game spending declines by 15% in January 2025
US video game spending in January 2025 decreased by 15% year-over-year, reaching $4.5 billion, partly due to a shorter tracking period. While mobile gaming and subscription services saw growth, significant drops in hardware sales, particularly for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch, contributed to the overall decline. Final Fantasy 7: Rebirth saw a surge in sales following its Steam release, though Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 remained the best-selling game.
Black Ops 6 dominates 2024 in the U.S.
The US gaming market saw a 1.1% decline in revenue in 2024, totaling $58.7 billion, with hardware sales dropping significantly by 29%. Despite the overall downturn, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 was the best-selling premium game of the year, and digital platforms like Roblox and Call of Duty: Mobile showed strong engagement.