The excitement surrounding the Nintendo Switch 2 has been palpable since its worldwide release, achieving a phenomenal 3.5 million sales within just four days. Initial speculation suggested that total sales could reach 5 million in the first month. However, Nintendo later clarified that this figure was a placeholder and not reflective of actual sales.

Recent reports indicate a concerning decline in sales, particularly in Japan, where week-over-week figures dropped by over 55%. From 161,021 units sold in one week to just 71,885 the next, the momentum appears to be waning.

Yet, there remains hope as Nintendo launched the highly anticipated Donkey Kong Bananza, potentially spurring future sales. The Switch 2 still has the potential to become the highest-selling console ever, trailing only the legendary PlayStation 2. For now, it continues to outpace its predecessor, the original Switch, and the gaming community eagerly awaits where this journey will lead.