Nintendo Switch Reaches Milestone as Second Best-Selling Console; Take-Two Pauses 'Borderlands 4' for Switch 2
The Nintendo Switch reached a significant milestone, becoming the second best-selling game console ever, trailing only the PlayStation 2, according to Nintendo's third-quarter financial results released December 31, 2025. The Switch has achieved a total sales volume of 155 million units, making it the highest-selling Nintendo hardware to date, according to Ars Technica.
Despite the recent release of the Nintendo Switch 2, the original Switch continues to be sold as an entry-level system for consumers who may not want to pay $450 for the newer model, according to Ars Technica. Nintendo has released several recent games, including updates for titles like "Animal Crossing," in both Switch and Switch 2 editions.
In other gaming news, Take-Two Interactive announced it is pausing development on the Nintendo Switch 2 edition of "Borderlands 4," according to Variety. The decision was revealed during the company's latest quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
Meanwhile, outside of gaming, Google's ChromeOS may have an expiration date. According to court documents filed as part of Google's search antitrust case, which began in 2020 and reached a verdict in 2024, Chromebooks could be phased out by 2034 as Google shifts towards Android PCs, according to Ars Technica. Chromebooks debuted 16 years ago with the limited release of Google's Cr-48 and became a popular budget computing option in schools and businesses.
For consumers looking for streaming device deals, Roku's Streaming Stick 4K is currently on sale at various retailers, including Amazon, Walmart, and Best Buy, according to Wired. The device supports 4K streaming and Dolby Vision and plugs directly into an HDMI port on the back of the screen.
In the realm of enterprise AI, Mistral AI is partnering with global industry leaders to co-design tailored AI solutions, according to MIT Technology Review. The company's methodology starts by identifying an "iconic use case" to set the blueprint for future AI solutions.
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