New data suggests that Nintendo’s Switch 2 continues to outperform most consoles in the United States, even as recent reports point to softer than expected demand during the holiday period.
Figures shared by Circana analyst Mat Piscatella show that the Switch 2’s installed base after nine months in the US market is ahead of several major platforms at a similar point in their lifecycle. Compared to other consoles, the Switch 2 trails the PS5 by 29%, PS4 by 30%, and the original Switch by 45%, while the gap widens further against older systems such as the Xbox 360 at 120% and the Wii U at 302%.
Piscatella noted that the system “remains 2nd fastest selling hardware in tracked US history (1995-Current) behind only Game Boy Advance,” reinforcing its strong early momentum in the region.
The data comes amid reports that Nintendo has adjusted its production outlook for the console. According to a Bloomberg report, the company plans to manufacture around 4 million units in the current quarter, down from an earlier target of 6 million. Sources cited in the report said the reduction, which amounts to roughly a one-third cut, is expected to extend into April.
The reported shift follows claims that US demand did not meet internal expectations over the holiday season. While the Switch 2 has sold approximately 17.37 million units globally since launching on June 5, 2025, performance appears to vary by region. The system continues to perform strongly in Japan, where it remains a leading platform, but sales in the US have been described as comparatively softer.
Even so, the latest Circana data indicates that the Switch 2 is still tracking ahead of most consoles historically in the US, suggesting that the slowdown may be relative rather than indicative of weak overall performance.
