Zelda Spin-Off Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment Tops 1 million Sales on Switch 2
Koei Tecmo and Nintendo have confirmed that Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment has sold over 1 million copies worldwide in under three months since its launch on Nintendo Switch 2.
The spin-off title — which launched on November 6, 2025 — has seen strong performance considering its status as a Switch 2 exclusive and its premium price point. The milestone was revealed as part of Koei Tecmo’s third-quarter financial results, highlighting the game’s rapid adoption among fans of The Legend of Zelda franchise’s action combat spin-offs.
Strong Start for a Switch 2 Exclusive
Despite being a platform exclusive on a console still early in its lifecycle, Age of Imprisonment has achieved impressive sales numbers:
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Over 1 million copies sold worldwide within roughly three months of launch.
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The title’s performance has been cited as a key contributor to Koei Tecmo’s holiday sales results and is viewed as a commercial success given the relative youth of the Switch 2 install base.
Industry observers note that reaching the one-million mark this quickly is a notable achievement for a new IP spin-off on a fresh console, especially considering Age of Imprisonment sits alongside big-name Nintendo first-party releases on the 2025 holiday slate.
Why Fans Are Embracing Age of Imprisonment
Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment blends the high-octane musou combat fans love with deep Zelda lore, placing players in the heart of a war previously only referenced in canon. Featuring familiar heroes like Princess Zelda and new allies battling the forces of the Demon King Ganondorf, the game’s expansive roster and strategic combat have been central to its appeal.
The game also supports local co-op play and GameShare functionality, letting fans team up or share the experience, which has helped broaden its accessibility and appeal among Switch 2 players.
Context in the Warriors Franchise
While Age of Imprisonment’s milestone is significant, the Hyrule Warriors series has seen even larger hits in the past — such as Hyrule Warriors: Age of Calamity on original Switch, which sold over 4 million copies during its lifetime. However, Age of Imprisonment’s rapid ascent is notable given the Switch 2’s smaller install base and more competitive release window.