Whether you’re looking for a new game for your Nintendo Switch or if you’re just in the market for a new handheld gaming system, it pays to take a look at some of the best-selling Switch games. You might be surprised by what you find. Whether you’re a Nintendo fan or not, there’s sure to be a game that suits your tastes.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
Among the top-selling games in the United States, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild is a clear winner. The game launched on both Wii U and Nintendo Switch, making it the fastest-selling game in the Zelda franchise.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath Of The Wild is a hugely successful open-world adventure game. It features deep lore, an open world, and intense combat mechanics. The game also features unique stats, effects, and weapons.
In the United States, Breath of the Wild has been on the list of best-selling games for the past two years. It has sold over 20 million copies worldwide. As a result, the game is expected to remain a dominant sales force for the franchise. In fact, it will likely dominate the charts for years to come.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Despite its limited sales on the Wii U, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has quickly become one of the best-selling Nintendo Switch games. The game is a port of the original Wii U game that offers new features, such as new character rosters and gameplay tweaks. It also includes 48 tracks from previous Mario Kart titles. It’s been a solid seller since its release, and sales are likely to continue to climb as the install base grows.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe sold a whopping 8.46 million copies in its first three months of release. It’s been one of the best-selling video games of all time. And it’s not just because it’s a great racing game. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe also has a great multiplayer mode, which can support up to twelve players online.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons
Despite its relatively short life, Animal Crossing: New Horizons is one of the best-selling Switch games of all time. The social simulation game has sold over 35 million copies worldwide. It’s also one of the fastest-selling Nintendo games of all time. It’s been released for almost two years now, and its sales are still growing.
New Horizons is a game that places you on a deserted island and allows you to grow and customize your own paradise. You can gather resources, craft items, and even catch fish. You can also meet friends and neighbors in the “Animal Crossing” world.
It’s been praised for its colorful aesthetic, relaxing atmosphere, and easy gameplay. Many players say that they enjoy the game because it allows them to escape reality.
Splatoon 3
Despite being released on September 9, Splatoon 3 has already proven to be a hit with fans and non-fans alike. The game boasts an array of new features and iconic weapons. It also aims to improve upon the formula of its predecessors. As a result, it is no doubt one of the best-selling Switch games of all time.
Splatoon 3 isn’t the only Nintendo Switch game that has hit the big time in Japan. Other notable games include Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Pokemon Black and White, and Super Mario Odyssey. However, Splatoon 3 is the fastest-selling Nintendo Switch game of all time in Japan.
Let’s Go and Let’s Go
During the first week of release, Pokemon Let’s Go and Let’s Go 2 sold over three million units worldwide. That’s a record for Nintendo Switch. It’s also the fastest-selling game of all time on the console.
The Pokemon franchise has never been stronger. Since the release of Pokemon Blue in 2011, more than 31 million units have been sold. There’s also a brand-new series called Pokemon Go, which has a massive audience and has generated an estimated $2 billion in revenue for the Pokemon Company.
In the first week of release, Pokemon Let’s go Pikachu and Eevee sold more than three million copies. That’s double the sales of the second-best-selling Switch game, Super Mario Odyssey.
Donkey Kong Country
Originally released for the Super Nintendo in 1994, Donkey Kong Country is a game that’s still a favorite amongst gamers today. Although the original game was a hit, Rare went on to release two more sequels for the SNES, Donkey Kong Country 2 and Donkey Kong Country 3.
Donkey Kong Country is a side-scrolling 2.5D platform game in which players take on the role of Donkey Kong. In the game, players can throw Barrels at enemies, use barrel rolls to jump on enemies, and use barrels to uncover hidden passages.
The Donkey Kong series was first introduced to the public in 1981, with an arcade game, Donkey Kong. Donkey Kong and his best friend Diddy Kong fight enemies and collect bananas in order to protect the kingdom.