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Switch 2 US sales soar again thanks to The Legend of Zelda effect, as it enjoys its best week of the year so far
Eurogamer.net • • technology
Key Points:
- The release of the remade Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time has significantly boosted Switch 2 hardware sales, marking the highest dollar sales week of 2026 in the US so far.
- The Legend of Zelda: 40th Anniversary Edition special console, priced at $520/£430 and sold separately from the game, has driven a notable surge in hardware sales, with retailers quickly selling out and increased scalping activity.
- US hardware spending increased by 81% during the week ending October 31 compared to the same period last year, coinciding with the game's launch period.
- Eurogamer gave the Ocarina of Time remake a five-star review, praising its timelessness and enhanced vibrancy, suggesting the remake successfully revitalizes the classic game for modern audiences.
