Mat Piscatella (NPD): The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was the best-selling game of 2023 on Nintendo platforms, and 5th best-selling game overall, despite Nintendo not sharing its digital sales for inclusion in the best-selling title charts.
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom was the best-selling game of 2023 on Nintendo platforms, and 5th best-selling game overall, despite Nintendo not sharing its digital sales for inclusion in the best-selling title charts.
— Mat Piscatella (@MatPiscatella) January 18, 2024
by Turbostrider27
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I wonder if me buying a Japanese version from Temu counted towards this number.
I know Nintendo is probably pretty secretive of digital vs physical breakdown sales, but I’d be interested to know still. My hunch is that a Nintendo platform has people with a preference for physical media. But I wonder if that might have changed since the release in 2017.
Why does Nintendo keep digital sales numbers a secret?
I just love that the Zelda series continues to thrive, both engaging lifelong fans and attracting new players. It’s a testament to the enduring appeal of quality game design and storytelling!