The Nintendo Switch continues to be a juggernaut in the gaming industry, but how does it stack up against Nintendo’s past consoles? Let’s dive into the top 10 best-selling Nintendo platforms and see where the Switch stands.
Nintendo Switch Dominates: Top 10 Best-Selling Nintendo Consoles of All Time
This list compares the Switch’s performance to its predecessors in terms of both hardware and software sales:
| Rank | Platform | Units Sold (Millions) | Games Sold (Millions) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Nintendo DS | 154.02 | 948.76 |
| 2 | Nintendo Switch | 139.36 | 1,200.10 |
| 3 | Game Boy | 118.69 | 501.11 |
| 4 | Wii | 101.63 | 921.85 |
| 5 | Game Boy Advance | 81.51 | 377.42 |
| 6 | NES | 61.91 | 500.01 |
| 7 | SNES | 49.1 | 379.06 |
| 8 | Nintendo 64 | 32.93 | 224.97 |
| 9 | Nintendo 3DS | 75.94 | 391.85 |
| 10 | Wii U | 13.56 | 103.60 |
The Switch reigns supreme as Nintendo’s most successful home console ever, surpassing its predecessors with its impressive 139.36 million units sold. However, the undisputed champion remains the Nintendo DS, boasting a staggering 154.02 million units sold across its various iterations.
Further down the list, we see a diverse range of performers. The Wii U sits at the bottom, unfortunately becoming Nintendo’s least successful platform with only 13.56 million units sold. In stark contrast, the Game Boy and Game Boy Advance achieved immense popularity, selling over 118 million and 81 million units, respectively.
The Switch has etched its name in history by becoming Nintendo’s first console to surpass 1 billion games sold, currently standing at an astounding 1.2 billion. This achievement puts it significantly ahead of the closest contender, the Nintendo DS, with 948.76 million games sold.
With the Switch’s immense success, anticipation runs high for Nintendo’s next console, tentatively dubbed the Nintendo Switch 2. While rumors suggest a 2025 launch, nothing is confirmed yet. Regardless, the Switch 2 will have a tough act to follow, given its predecessor’s remarkable achievements.
