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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate sells 3 million copies in U.S. in 11 days

  • Posted byby Mike Minotti
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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is already a huge hit in the U.S., with the fighting game selling over 3 million copies in just 11 days since its December 7 debut. This is according to Nintendo and industry-tracking firm The NPD Group.

This makes Ultimate the fastest-selling Switch game in the U.S. yet, along with the fastest-selling installment ever in its series. By comparison, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the console’s top seller with 5 million copies sold. That game launched in April 2017.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.