In the three days since its launch on May 12, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game for the Nintendo Switch system sold over 10 million units worldwide, becoming the fastest-selling game in the history of the Legend of Zelda series. With over 4 million sold in the Americas, The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is also the fastest-selling Nintendo Switch game and the fastest-selling Nintendo game for any system in that territory.
“Many players are returning to Hyrule with all its new mysteries and possibilities, and with the record-breaking launch of The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom for Nintendo Switch, we can’t wait to see what they’ll create in the game and the stories they’ll share next. We’re grateful for all of our fans who’ve shown their passion for The Legend of Zelda over the years, and these sales numbers for the latest instalment continue to show the strong momentum for both the franchise and Nintendo Switch this year.”
Devon Pritchard, Nintendo of America’s Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Communications. “
In The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, which is a direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, players decide their own path through the sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and on the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Discover new destinations, dangers, sights and puzzles that require wits and resourcefulness to overcome. Harnessing the power of Link’s new abilities, players will fight back against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom.
The Legend of Zelda action-adventure series started over 35 years ago with the Legend of Zelda game, which debuted in the U.S. in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System. As the heroic Link, players go on an adventure battling foes and discovering hidden mysteries in vast fields and dungeons. As of March 2023, the series has sold more than 130 million units worldwide.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom is now available in Nintendo eShop on Nintendo Switch, the My Nintendo Store and select retailers at a suggested retail price of $69.99. The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model – The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom Edition system, featuring a special design (game sold separately), is also available at a suggested retail price of $359.99.
Additionally, two accessories – a Nintendo Switch Pro Controller ($74.99 MSRP) and a Nintendo Switch carrying case ($24.99 MSRP), both with designs from The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – are also now available to purchase.
Source: Nintendo of America
and how many copies has sonic frontiers sold on multiple platforms?
A few days ago a sonic fan attacked me on social media claiming that “Tears of the Kingdom” came to “steal” the flame from frontiers.
Sega and at that sonic fans are still delusional, three decades plus. I assume 1980s Sega fans were relaxed persons. Tears of the Kingdom is amazing and another change in gaming for the good. It has me feeling young again.
F=ma.
Yeah, Sonic should’ve more units sold because according to sega it is the “highest grossing videogame franchise”.
Not trying to throw shade at frontiers it was an ok game and that’s it.
10 million units sold worldwide, that’s an impressive milestone and accomplishment.
It deserves every praise it gets.
thats great news personally i wasnt handing 70 over for it. theres nothing in there that warrants a ten dollar increase so im not supporting nintendo greed. ill wait for used copies on ebay
Actually, there’s plenty in the game to warrant the 10 dollar increase. You got Hyrule (which does have enough changes to make it feel different), the Depths below Hyrule, & the Sky. There are plenty of new enemies now that aren’t all just recolors, too. New plants & critters to collect/gather. The ability to create your own vehicles, bridges, & contraptions opens up a plethora of creations. I’ve even heard people have made all kinds of vehicles, like tanks, to not just travel the world but to mow down forests & enemies alike, too. I’ve already found plenty of quests. I hate to say this but the problem with the game’s price isn’t Nintendo greed, it’s cheap consumers. shrug But whatever. To each their own.