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Lexus's LC sports car has seen very low sales, with only 248 hybrids sold in total since its launch, leading to its discontinuation in 2026 despite its attractive design and features. The hybrid version, introduced in 2016, was particularly unpopular, with sales declining to just 7 units in 2025, prompting Lexus to phase it out while continuing to offer the V-8 model.
Leaked sales data shows Sonic Frontiers has sold 4.57 million units, indicating strong and sustained interest in the game, which emphasizes exploration and speed with its open zone design. Other Sonic titles like Sonic Superstars and Sonic X Shadow Generations have also performed well, reflecting Sega's successful direction with the franchise. The positive reception and sales suggest a promising future for Sonic's evolving gameplay and upcoming sequels.
The Sonic the Hedgehog series continues to perform well, with recent titles like Sonic x Shadow Generations selling over 2.3 million copies, and other entries like Sonic Frontiers surpassing 3.2 million. Historically, the series has seen varying success, with some titles like Sonic Colors and Sonic Adventure selling over 4 million copies, demonstrating the franchise's enduring popularity.
Nintendo predicts selling 15 million Switch 2 units in its first year, a figure that, while strong, is conservative compared to past successful launches like the Game Boy Advance and 3DS, which were also sequels to massive hits. Historically, Nintendo's top launches have been successful but often didn't reach the lifetime sales of their predecessors, suggesting that while the Switch 2's initial sales are promising, its long-term success remains uncertain. The launch's strength is a good sign, but not a guarantee of sustained success.
Larian Studios' Baldur's Gate 3 has reportedly sold around 15 million copies, surpassing the success of Divinity: Original Sin 2, but the studio has announced there won't be a DLC or sequel. Instead, they are focusing on new, ambitious projects. Larian's CEO, Swen Vincke, has expressed hopes for next-gen technology to bring his dream RPG to life, potentially incorporating features like NPC schedules, day/night cycles, and weather systems that were previously promised but never materialized.
Insomniac Games' document leaked online reveals that Sunset Overdrive has sold just under 1.9 million units, bringing in net sales of $49.7 million, with Insomniac's share of profits amounting to just $567. Another recent title, Ratchet and Clank: Rift Apart, sold 2.2 million units but incurred a loss of $8 million. In contrast, Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales has sold over 10.2 million units.
Activision claims that Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 3 is experiencing record engagement levels, surpassing its predecessors in terms of player hours and campaign playtime. However, the company has not released sales figures for the game yet. Despite a decline in physical sales during its launch week in the UK, the game has a dedicated player base. Activision also announced that Modern Warfare 3 Season 1 will launch on December 6, featuring new multiplayer maps and other updates.
Final Fantasy XVI, the latest entry in the beloved gaming franchise, has sparked controversy among fans over its sales figures. While the game has shipped over 3 million copies worldwide in its first week, it has faced a significant drop in sales in its second week, particularly in Japan. Fans are debating the game's success and its departure from traditional Final Fantasy elements. Some defend the game, citing factors such as the smaller PS5 install base and the increasing popularity of digital sales. Others criticize Square Enix's marketing decisions and question the game's future. Despite the controversy, fans acknowledge that Final Fantasy XVI is still an impressive game.
Nintendo's earnings briefing revealed that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has sold over 50 million copies globally, including copies sold through hardware bundles. The game is the best-selling Mario Kart game ever and has surpassed the sales figures of its predecessors. Nintendo also released a list of the top 10 best-selling Switch games, which includes Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. The company also makes money on Mario Kart 8 Deluxe through the sale of DLC courses. Switch sales are slowing down as the system enters its seventh year in the market.
Sales figures for Q1 2023 show that Xbox hardware sales are down 18% in the UK, leading to speculation about whether Microsoft will release a new Xbox model by the end of 2024 to compete with Sony's rumored PS5 revisions. While Xbox One S and Xbox One X were both released during the third year of their respective generations, the launch of two separate Xbox Series systems may delay the need for a revision. However, if Sony does release new PS5 models, it may be in Xbox's best interest to at least be working on a slim Xbox Series X revision.