The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is a Huge Success for Nintendo — And Just Broke a Switch 2 Sales Record
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has broken a sale records for Nintendo, becoming the fastest-selling Switch 2 game over its first four days of availability.
Nintendo's Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has shattered sales records and set a new Switch 2 record, selling 5.2 million copies in just four days, according to a company announcement. The fast-selling game outperformed other recent Switch 2 releases like Donkey Kong Bananza, Pokémon Pokopia, and the popular Mario Kart World, which launched alongside the console last year.
In its first four days, Nintendo sold 3.5 million Switch 2 consoles, with about 80% of those consoles bundled with Mario Kart World. The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time is Nintendo's big holiday game for the Switch 2 platform, and the company is likely pleased with its strong launch. The game, originally released for the N64 in 1998, is one of the highest-rated and most beloved games of all time, as noted in a company review.
Despite the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto 6, Ocarina of Time's legendary status and broad audience may make it an enduring success. For those interested in the remake, comprehensive guides for each main quest area, dungeon, and early items are available.
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