Animal Crossing: New Horizons Just Did Something Only A Few Other Games Have Ever Managed
Animal Crossing: New Horizons has become only the second Nintendo Switch game to reach 50 million copies sold, a significant milestone announced as part of Nintendo’s latest earnings report. As of June 30, 2026, the game has sold 50.29 million units worldwide, with approximately 380,000 copies moving in the three-month period ending that date.
The cozy life simulation game trails only Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, which leads Nintendo’s Switch library with 78.53 million units sold. Both titles have benefitted from being included in hardware bundles with Nintendo Switch consoles, which has contributed to their impressive sales figures. Despite competition from numerous acclaimed titles on the platform, New Horizons has maintained strong sales momentum more than six years after its March 2020 launch.
The milestone underscores the enduring popularity of the Animal Crossing franchise and demonstrates the game’s broad appeal across demographics. New Horizons launched as a system-exclusive during the early months of the global pandemic and became a cultural phenomenon, resonating with both longtime Animal Crossing fans and new players seeking relaxing, low-pressure gaming experiences.