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The Nintendo Switch 2 set an all-time US launch sales record with over 1.1 million units sold in its first week, surpassing the PS4, driven by strong sales of Mario Kart World, which was purchased by 79% of buyers, and achieving over 3.5 million units sold globally in four days.
The Nintendo Switch 2 set a new US launch week sales record by selling 1.1 million units, surpassing the PlayStation 4, and has been extremely well-received, indicating a highly successful launch and promising sales trajectory.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is launching soon, with pre-orders live but no restocks yet across U.S. retailers, though some UK availability persists. Retailers like Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart will have units on launch day, with potential restocks expected later in the week. Consumers are advised to be cautious during unboxing due to a protective film on the screen.
EA Sports FC, the latest football game from EA Sports, has amassed a player count of 11.3 million globally since its launch week. The mobile version, EA Sports FC Mobile, reached 11.2 million users within ten days of release, with 2.2 million players downloading it on launch day. The game's success is attributed to both returning and new players, with a nearly 20% increase in new players compared to the previous year. EA Sports aims to build the largest football community through EA Sports FC.
Final Fantasy 16 has sold over 3 million copies during its launch week on PlayStation 5, making it the top overall seller. However, physical sales in the UK were significantly lower than its predecessor, Final Fantasy 15. The game's sales numbers should be considered in the context of being exclusive to the PS5, unlike previous titles. Square Enix has not announced a PC version release date yet. IGN's review praised the game's departure from traditional gameplay mechanics and highlighted its strong story, characters, and world-building.