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Animal Crossing: New Horizons Just Did Something Only A Few Other Games Have Ever Managed
Nintendo announced that Animal Crossing: New Horizons has surpassed 50 million copies sold on the Nintendo Switch, making it the 10th best-selling game of all time. The game continues to sell well, with an additional 380,000 units sold in the latest reporting period. It remains the second best-selling game on the platform, behind Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
The Call of Duty: Black Ops 1&2 PS4 and PS5 ports sold more than 11 million copies in under a month
The PlayStation ports of Call of Duty: Black Ops and Call of Duty: Black Ops II have achieved significant sales, with combined figures exceeding 11.2 million units across PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 within their first month. Black Ops II was the stronger performer, accounting for 8.2 million of the total sales, with the majority of purchases for both titles being on PlayStation 5.
Nintendo provides updated sales figures for its biggest games
Nintendo has released updated sales figures for its major games as of June 30, 2026. The Nintendo Switch has sold over 156.59 million units, and the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold over 23.68 million units.
Nintendo has sold 23.68 million Nintendo Switch 2 consoles
Nintendo has announced that the Nintendo Switch 2 has sold 23.68 million units since its release in June 2025. This sales figure surpasses the lifetime total of the GameCube, which sold 21.74 million units worldwide.
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.
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 moved another 3.82 million Switch 2 consoles in Q1 FY27
Nintendo reported that the Nintendo Switch 2 sold 3.82 million units in Q1 FY27, bringing its total sales to 23.68 million since June 2025. While this is a decrease of 34% compared to the previous year's Q1, sales have increased from Q4 FY26. The company noted that hardware sell-through remains solid, even with a recent Japanese price revision.
PlayStation reports flat Q1 sales, says it's "cautiously moving forward" with halting physical disc production
Sony reported flat sales for its PlayStation division in the first quarter, though operating income rose due to tariff refunds. The company plans to cautiously proceed with ending physical disc production for new PlayStation games starting January 2028, despite acknowledging community criticism. CFO Lin Tao cited the overall digitalization of content as the primary reason for this shift.
PS5 Reaches 95.3 Million Lifetime Shipments
Sony reported that the PlayStation 5 has reached 95.3 million lifetime shipments as of June 30, 2026, though this represents a year-over-year decrease. Software sales across PS5 and PS4 saw a slight increase, with digital downloads comprising 82% of sales. The company also noted rising operating income due to currency exchange rates and tariff refunds, but higher costs from restructuring and next-gen investments impacted profits.
UK: Nintendo Switch 2 has now overtaken lifetime sales of GameCube
UK video game journalist Christopher Dring reported that the Nintendo Switch has surpassed the lifetime sales of the GameCube in the United Kingdom. The next sales milestone for the Nintendo Switch is the Nintendo 64 console.
Nintendo Switch 2 has now outsold the GameCube in the UK
The Nintendo Switch has achieved a new sales milestone in the UK, surpassing the GameCube's sales figures in the region. While worldwide sales for the Nintendo Switch are still slightly behind the GameCube, this is expected to change soon. The console is also performing well in the U.S., being the second-fastest-selling system in its first year.
Capcom says likelihood of a Pragmata sequel is high, citing strong sales and 'appeal' of its main character, Diana
Capcom has indicated a high likelihood of a sequel for its game Pragmata, following strong sales figures that exceeded internal expectations. The company cited the game's impressive 2.5 million sales and the appeal of its main character, Diana, as key drivers for this decision. This positive performance has also boosted Capcom's stock by approximately 19 percent.
Resident Evil beats Final Fantasy to become the best-selling Japanese game series not published by Nintendo, with…
The Resident Evil series has surpassed Final Fantasy to become the best-selling Japanese game franchise not published by Nintendo, with over 213 million copies sold. Resident Evil 2's 2019 remake is now the series' best-selling individual title with 19.75 million units sold, overtaking Resident Evil 5. Resident Evil 4 remake is also performing strongly, indicating continued success for the horror franchise.
Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 8M units
Capcom reported that Resident Evil Requiem has achieved over eight million cumulative unit sales as of June 30, 2026. The company's Q1 financial results also highlighted strong sales for several older Resident Evil titles, contributing to a total series sales figure of 213 million units.
Pragmata defies my expectations by selling 2.5 million copies in just 3 months as Capcom celebrates a very successful…
Capcom's Q1 2026 financial report reveals that its new title, Pragmata, has sold over 2.5 million copies since its release. The company also saw strong sales from Resident Evil Requiem, the Devil May Cry animated series, and other Resident Evil titles, contributing to a significant year-on-year increase in net sales and operating profits.
After 15 Years, Resident Evil 5 Has Finally Been Dethroned as The Series' Best-Selling Game
Resident Evil 5 is no longer the best-selling game in Capcom's survival horror franchise after 15 years. The publisher revealed that another title in the series has surpassed its sales figures. This marks a significant shift in the franchise's sales performance.
Capcom: Resident Evil Requiem sold 8 million units and Pragmata sold 2.5 million units
Capcom announced that Resident Evil Requiem has sold over 8 million units and its new IP Pragmata has sold 2.5 million units. Both titles are available on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch 2.
Pragmata and Resident Evil Requiem bolster a strong quarter for Capcom, as Monster Hunter and Street Fighter sales hit record highs
Capcom's Q1 2026 financial report highlights strong sales for Pragmata (over 2.5m copies) and Resident Evil Requiem (over 8m copies). The Monster Hunter series has reached 131m sales, and Street Fighter has surpassed 60m sales, with Resident Evil series sales exceeding 213m globally.
Resident Evil 4 is The Most Successful Remake of All Time at 16.8 Million Sales – Rumor
Resident Evil 4 Remake has reportedly sold 16.8 million units, making it the most successful remake of all time according to Alinea Analytics. This figure surpasses previous official sales data from Capcom. Other successful remakes mentioned include ARK: Survival Ascended, The Last of Us Part I, and The Elder Scrolls IV: Oblivion Remastered.
Xbox Console Sales Jumped 86% In June, So Everything Is Saved Now
Xbox console sales saw an 86% increase in June, though this is largely attributed to a comparison with a significantly weaker sales period in the previous year. While this represents an improvement, the long-term outlook for the platform remains uncertain.