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Mario Kart and friends powered Switch 2 software attach
Nintendo highlighted Mario Kart at 14.70 million Switch 2 units among software that helped the new hardware stay sticky through its first fiscal year.
Hardware sales grab headlines, but Nintendo's software table explains why Switch 2 stayed busy after launch. In fiscal results covering the year through March 2026, Nintendo pointed to Mario Kart selling 14.70 million units on Switch 2, with other first-party and partner titles filling out the attach story.
Why attach rate matters
A console that sells well but ships empty shelves is a short party. Strong software sell-in keeps the eShop active, supports accessories, and gives retailers a reason to restock kits instead of orphaned hardware.
What to watch next
Year two usually tests whether second-wave exclusives can replace launch tentpoles. Nintendo's own forecast already assumes hardware volume cools. Software quality will decide whether players keep buying after the first wave of must-haves.