Switch is now Japan’s best-selling gaming system ever
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Switch has surpassed all other systems to become Japan’s best-selling gaming device ever.
Based on Nintendo’s latest financial results, Switch has sold 33.34 million units in Japan. That means it’s overtaken the Game Boy Color. The classic handheld system previously sold 32,990,000 units.
As for overall Switch sales, Nintendo reported today that the system has sold 139 million units worldwide. It’s not terribly far off from the overall goal of 155 million, which would put it past the DS and PlayStation 2.
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Nintendo release schedule – February 2024
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We’ve got the latest Nintendo release schedule for February 2024, which comes as part of the company’s financial results. Fans can get another overview as to what’s planned for Switch from a first and third-party respective.
Previously-announced titles for 2024 are all present here including Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Princess Peach: Showtime, Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD, and Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Metroid Prime 4 has long held a spot here as well and remains present again this time around.
Here’s the complete schedule:
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Nintendo million sellers – February 2024 – Super Mario RPG at 3.14 million, more
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Included in the latest Nintendo latest financial results is updated list of million sellers on Switch. This is based on data through December 31, 2023.
One of the new entries this time around is Super Mario RPG, which has sold 3.14 million copies thus far. Additionally, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has now hit 60.58 million.
Here is the full lineup of Nintendo million sellers on Switch for February 2024:
Nintendo financial results – February 2024 – Switch at 139.36 million units
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Nintendo published its latest financial report today, which covers the nine month period ending December 31, 2023. The company provides an update on Switch hardware and software sales, general data, and more.
Here are the full highlights:
Unicorn Overlord “Josef’s Guide to Interaction” trailer
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Atlus and Vanillaware today issued a new “Josef’s Guide to Interaction” trailer for Unicorn Overlord.
The video illustrates the ways players can socialize and build rapport with their companions. In the trailer, main protagonist Alain learns essential skills for strengthening bonds between characters by building “rapport” with his comrades. Conversations, meals and gifts are all important ways to strengthen connections with allies, as greater “rapport” leads to stat bonuses within units and more.
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Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night reveals free Shantae costume DLC
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The team behind Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night today unveiled new DLC inspired by the Shantae series known as the Half-Genie Cosmetic Pack. This will be offered to all players for free.
The DLC includes everything Miriam needs to dress up as Shantae, and there are also items inspired by series antagonist Risky Boots. Here’s the full rundown of what’s included:
Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland launches in March, officially confirmed for Switch
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Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland doesn’t have a release date, but we do now have a release month. The Media Indie Exchange Games, Wallride, and Limited Run Games have confirmed that it will launch in March 2024. Also, a Switch version has now been officially confirmed.
Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland was first announced in August 2023. It’s a retro-inspired puzzle-platforming adventure based on the beloved ‘90s Nickelodeon franchise.
Here’s some additional information:
UK software sales for the week ending February 3, 2024
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending February 3, 2024 is now available.
Looking strictly at Nintendo games, Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the top title at #4. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is right behind at #5.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending February 3, 2024:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – February 4, 2024
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart. This week, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is again the top Switch title.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between January 17 and January 23.
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Pokemon Scarlet and Violet announce Tera Raid Battle event with Luvdisc
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Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet have pulled back the curtain on the next Tera Raid Battle event, which features Luvdisc.
This creature will be popping up in 3 to 5 Star Raids. It comes with the Fairy Tera Type, and you’ll be able to obtain a higher amount of Exp. Candy and Rare Candy.
