Nintendo is having a great time this year with all its releases turning out to be huge hits. Firstly, Pokemon Legends: Arceus had a stunning launch earlier in January 2022. After that, Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Switch Sports also succeeded in swaying the fans.
However, it’s not just the software department where Nintendo is ruling at the moment. The developer and publisher’s popular handheld console, the Nintendo Switch, is also dominating in 2022. According to the latest reports, the device emerged as the best-selling hardware in comparison to heavyweights like Xbox and PlayStation.
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Nintendo Switch tops May as the best-selling console while remaining on top for 2022 against Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5
The ongoing chip shortage crisis has affected the gaming industry in various ways. Manufacturers have faced serious issues in terms of supplying more consoles to the consumers who want the latest generation of popular brands.
Well, despite the present scenario, it looks like Nintendo Switch has remained unaffected. That’s because it has been the top-selling console so far for the present year.
According to VGChartz, Nintendo Switch topped the list of best-selling devices in May 2022. It managed to keep the Xbox Series X|S on the second spot while the PlayStation 5 was the third highest-selling device.
Moreover, Nintendo Switch is also the top console for the entirety of 2022 in terms of sold units.
On the other hand, the Xbox Series X|S stood as the second-best series of consoles. It was also the only hardware platform to witness dollar sales growth on a year-to-year basis in May and year-to-date.
In other news, VChartz also reported that Elden Ring was the best-selling game of last month. This is great for the FromSoftware RPG after it had slipped to the second position in April. The biggest release of the year has kept the players hooked and invested in its mesmerizing world of the Lands Between.
Coming back to Nintendo Switch, the console will soon receive more new games for its owners to enjoy.
With the likes of Xenoblade Chronicles 3, Splatoon 3, and Pokemon Scarlet and Violet, the overall line-up looks solid.
Which is your favorite title that you are currently playing as of now on your Switch? Let us know in the comments.
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