The Nintendo Switch 2 has officially become Nintendo's fastest-selling console of all time, having overtaken the GameCube's lifetime sales total within its first year on the market. The milestone underlines the strength of demand for the hybrid console since its launch, continuing the momentum built by its predecessor, the original Switch, which remains one of the best-selling consoles in history.

According to official figures, the Switch 2 has now shifted 23.68 million units, surpassing the GameCube's total lifetime sales. The console achieved this figure at a notably faster pace than any previous Nintendo hardware, reinforcing the company's strong recent run in the console market.