Nintendo's Switch has finally surpassed the company's previous console sales record, the Nintendo DS, with over 155 million units sold worldwide. This achievement comes just a year before the Switch is set to reach its own decade-long anniversary.
The Switch's remarkable success can be attributed to its versatility and the fact that it offers both home console and portable handheld gaming experiences in one device. The original Switch model, which has been discontinued but still sells strongly at 1.36 million units per quarter, remains a popular option among gamers who want to play their favorite games on the go.
As Nintendo continues to push forward with new hardware releases, including the upcoming Switch 2 console and its retro Virtual Boy add-on, the company is setting its sights on a much bigger goal: becoming the best-selling console of all time. Currently held by the PlayStation 2, which sold over 155 million units during its lifespan.
The Virtual Boy, Nintendo's worst-selling console at just under 800,000 units sold in Japan and fewer games released outside of Asia compared to other consoles, is being revisited as a nostalgic throwback to the company's gaming past. The new release comes in all its retro glory and will be available as an add-on for the Switch 2.
However, it seems that Microsoft might be looking to challenge Nintendo and Sony with their own console, set to launch in 2027 with an Xbox built using a semi-custom SOC from AMD. This could potentially mark a shift towards greater competition among gaming companies, as they strive to create consoles that offer unique experiences and capabilities to consumers.
Meanwhile, Google has announced its latest smartphone entry, the Pixel 10a, which features a dual-camera setup and comes in a new lilac color option. While details on this phone are still scarce, it appears to be another iteration of the successful Pixel series.
In other news, leaks suggest that pre-orders for the Pixel 10a will open later this month, and the device may come at a price point similar to last year's Pixel 9a.
The Switch's remarkable success can be attributed to its versatility and the fact that it offers both home console and portable handheld gaming experiences in one device. The original Switch model, which has been discontinued but still sells strongly at 1.36 million units per quarter, remains a popular option among gamers who want to play their favorite games on the go.
As Nintendo continues to push forward with new hardware releases, including the upcoming Switch 2 console and its retro Virtual Boy add-on, the company is setting its sights on a much bigger goal: becoming the best-selling console of all time. Currently held by the PlayStation 2, which sold over 155 million units during its lifespan.
The Virtual Boy, Nintendo's worst-selling console at just under 800,000 units sold in Japan and fewer games released outside of Asia compared to other consoles, is being revisited as a nostalgic throwback to the company's gaming past. The new release comes in all its retro glory and will be available as an add-on for the Switch 2.
However, it seems that Microsoft might be looking to challenge Nintendo and Sony with their own console, set to launch in 2027 with an Xbox built using a semi-custom SOC from AMD. This could potentially mark a shift towards greater competition among gaming companies, as they strive to create consoles that offer unique experiences and capabilities to consumers.
Meanwhile, Google has announced its latest smartphone entry, the Pixel 10a, which features a dual-camera setup and comes in a new lilac color option. While details on this phone are still scarce, it appears to be another iteration of the successful Pixel series.
In other news, leaks suggest that pre-orders for the Pixel 10a will open later this month, and the device may come at a price point similar to last year's Pixel 9a.
Nintendo's gotta do what they're good at - creating awesome hardware that lets gamers play wherever they want 
. That original Switch model still sells like crazy, proof it's a game-changer (no pun intended 
). And now with the Virtual Boy add-on, NIntendo's just rubbing it in, nostalgia trip much? 
But seriously, if Microsoft and Sony wanna step up their game, they gotta match Nintendo's innovation and portability. Can't wait to see how this whole console war shakes out... eventually 
. The device's versatility, offering both home console and portable handheld gaming experiences in one package, has resonated with gamers worldwide. It will be intriguing to see how Microsoft's upcoming console, leveraging AMD's semi-custom SOC, impacts the market. Will it be able to dethrone Sony's PlayStation 2 as the best-selling console of all time? The competition is heating up 
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They're on track to become the best-selling console of all time and it's all thanks to that crazy versatile Switch console. I mean, who wouldn't want a device that can be played at home or on the go? It's genius marketing right there. And now they're reviving the Virtual Boy just for nostalgia - gotta respect that move! 
I'm loving how they're bringing back the Virtual Boy, though - who wouldn't want a nostalgic throwback to their childhood gaming days? 
It's like they're saying, "Hey, remember those crazy times you spent trying to make sense of that weird headset?" 
Anyway, with Sony and Microsoft getting in on the action, it's gonna be interesting to see how this whole console wars thing shakes out. Can't wait to see what other innovative stuff Google comes up with next! 
The Pixel 10a sounds like a solid addition to their lineup - fingers crossed they keep that lilac color option! 
it's amazing how versatile that console is, can play both home & portable games all on one device! & now they're gonna release a new swith 2 with retro virtual boy add-on, idk what to think about that lol 
& google's got another pixel phone comin out soon, cant wait to see what all these tech giants bring to the table 
. The Virtual Boy add-on on Switch 2? That's like a dream come true for retro gaming fans! I'm already prepping my wallet for that release 
. Bring it on, 2027 can't come soon enough!
But then it hits me - all this attention might be giving Microsoft too much ammo to mess with Sony and even Google? Maybe they'll try to disrupt the gaming industry with some fancy new Xbox thingy.