TOKYO -- Sales of Nintendo's Switch gaming console were more than twice that of Sony's PlayStation 5 during the year-end holidays, demonstrating the company's ability to turn the pandemic into an opportunity to attract new gamers.
The Kyoto-based company sold over 11 million Switch units, including its handheld Switch Lite, during the October-December period -- up 68% over the previous quarter. Sales also increased 7% compared to a year ago as the game market saw explosive growth due to the pandemic and was further boosted by demand during the 2020 holiday season.
