Nintendo Switch Surpasses PlayStation 2 Sales In US 

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Having sold over 160 million units, PlayStation 2 is the most successful console in history. However, many still believe that the Nintendo Switch will eventually surpass the iconic console.

Although that milestone is still far away, Nintendo Switch continues to reach new levels of success. The handheld has just surpassed PlayStation 2 in the US.

Why it matters: This is a massive milestone for the Switch, as the US has been one of the biggest markets for PlayStation.

Just recently, a reliable industry analyst confirmed that Nintendo Switch has surpassed PlayStation 2 sales in the US.

Lifetime unit sales of Nintendo Switch have now exceeded those of PlayStation 2 in the U.S.

-Mat Piscatella

Switch has sold over 46.6 million units in the US, making it the second-best-selling video game hardware. However, the Nintendo DS holds the top spot at the moment.

While the Switch has achieved another milestone, its sales have been declining, perhaps because fans are leaning more toward its upcoming successor.

Nintendo has already been working on Switch’s successors, and recent leaks have already revealed the console’s design. Other reports have suggested that it will be priced at $499.

Although an official announcement is yet to be made, it has been reported that Nintendo is planning to release the handheld next year, and an announcement will be made soon.

What do you think about it? Do you think Switch will eventually become the best-selling console of all time? Let us know your thoughts in the comments or be a part of Tech4Gamers Official Forums. 

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Abiyan is on track to complete his Computer Science bachelor’s degree. His enthusiasm for writing and gaming motivates him to keep readers and gamers updated with the latest information from the industry. In his free time, Abiyan enjoys playing Dota 2 and Rocket League. Abiyan has also been cited in reputed websites such as Kitguru, Comicbook, GamingBible, Eurogamer and Gamingbolt.