Statistics About The Most Popular Nintendo Switch Games

In the following blog post, we will explore the statistical landscape of the most popular Nintendo Switch games based on their global sales figures. From beloved classics like “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe” and “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” to newer hits like “Ring Fit Adventure” and “Fire Emblem: Three Houses,” these statistics shed light on the gaming preferences of Nintendo Switch enthusiasts worldwide.

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"As of 2021, Nintendo Switch's "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" has sold over 33.41 million copies worldwide (source: July 2021)."

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""Animal Crossing: New Horizons" ranks second in terms of Switch sales with approximately 33.89 million copies sold."

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"The third most popular Nintendo Switch game is "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" with over 23.84 million copies sold."

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""The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" ranks fourth among the most popular Switch games, with over 22.28 million copies sold."

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""Pokémon Sword/Pokémon Shield" has sold over 21.10 million copies."

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"As of April 2021, "Luigi's Mansion 3" sold more than 9.59 million units."

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""Super Mario Maker 2" has sold approximately 7.15 million copies."

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""New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe" had seen 10.44 million sales as of July 2021."

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""Super Mario Odyssey" has sold more than 20.83 million copies globally."

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""Splatoon 2" has accumulated sales of over 12.21 million copies."

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""Fire Emblem: Three Houses" has sold over 3.02 million copies worldwide."

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""Ring Fit Adventure" hit the 10.11 million mark in terms of copies sold globally."

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""Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! / Let's Go, Eevee!" sold 13.28 million copies."

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""1-2-Switch" sold over 3.18 million copies globally."

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""Minecraft" for the Nintendo Switch sold over 1.3 million physical copies in Japan alone."

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"The game, "Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity" had sold 3.5 million copies worldwide by March 2021."

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"The Nintendo Switch version of "The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt" has sold more than 1 million copies worldwide."

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""Splatoon 2" had sold over 11.27 million copies worldwide by the end of March 2021."

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""Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle" has sold over 2 million copies on Nintendo Switch globally."

In summary, the data reveals a clear hierarchy of popularity among Nintendo Switch games, with “Mario Kart 8 Deluxe” and “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” leading the pack in terms of sales, followed closely by titles such as “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate,” “The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild,” and “Pokémon Sword/Pokémon Shield.” Additionally, other notable games such as “Super Mario Odyssey,” “Splatoon 2,” and “Ring Fit Adventure” have also gained significant traction in the market, showcasing the diverse range of preferences among Nintendo Switch users. This detailed list of sales figures provides valuable insights into the gaming landscape on the platform and the enduring appeal of certain franchises and gameplay styles.