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Famitsu sales (7/20/26 - 7/26/26) - first week sales revealed for Splatoon Raiders, big Nintendo Switch 2 boost

Splatoon Raiders' debut sales surge boosts Nintendo Switch 2 momentum in Japan

By · Published August 1, 2026  14:46 UTC · Updated August 2, 2026  22:27 UTC

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Questions people are asking

What is the significance of Splatoon Raiders' sales?

Splatoon Raiders' strong debut sales indicate a robust market for Nintendo's latest offerings, particularly the Nintendo Switch 2.

How have Nintendo Switch 2 sales been affected?

The release of Splatoon Raiders has driven a notable increase in Nintendo Switch 2 sales, with 50,000 units sold in the same week as the game's debut.

What other games are performing well in Japan?

Rhythm Heaven Groove maintains its lead in the Japanese charts, showing continued popularity.

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⚡ Executive Intelligence Takeaways Corroborated across 6 independent newsrooms
  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 6 distinct news outlets with 8 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 24.
  • Primary Driver: Splatoon Raiders' debut sales surge boosts Nintendo Switch 2 momentum in Japan
  • Predictive Outlook: Archynetys algorithmic models forecast this story will fade from trending status over the next 24 hours.
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Gamers and investors are watching Nintendo's stock closely. The game sold 474,000 physical copies in its first week, according to My Nintendo News. This surge in sales is part of a broader trend seen in the latest Famitsu sales data, which spans from July 20 to July 26.

VGChartz notes that the Nintendo Switch 2 sold 50,000 units alongside Splatoon Raiders, and an additional 25,000 units with eBaseball: PRO SPIRIT 2026. The success of Splatoon Raiders is not isolated. Rhythm Heaven Groove continues to maintain its lead in the Japanese charts, indicating a strong market for Nintendo's offerings.

The open question is whether this momentum will translate into sustained growth for the Nintendo Switch 2 globally.

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