The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom game for the Nintendo Switch system was launched on May 12 and has already sold over 10 million units globally within three days. It has broken records as the fastest-selling game in the entire Legend of Zelda series. Notably, over 4 million units were sold in the Americas, making it the fastest-selling Nintendo Switch game and the fastest-selling Nintendo game for any system in that region.
Devon Pritchard, Nintendo of America’s Executive Vice President of Sales, Marketing and Communications, said,
“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 installment continue to show the strong momentum for both the franchise and Nintendo Switch this year.”
In The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, a direct sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, players can explore sprawling landscapes of Hyrule and the mysterious islands floating in the vast skies above. Along the way, they will encounter new destinations, dangers, sights, and puzzles that require wits and resourcefulness to overcome. Players can use Link’s new abilities to fight against the malevolent forces that threaten the kingdom.
The Legend of Zelda action-adventure series first debuted in the U.S. in 1987 for the Nintendo Entertainment System. As the protagonist Link, players embark on an adventure battling enemies and uncovering hidden mysteries within vast fields and dungeons. As of March 2023, the series has sold over 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.
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