Zelda Breath of the Wild has created a Wii U sales boost due to Nintendo Switch stock shortages

For those wondering, Zelda Breath of the Wild on both Wii U and Nintendo Switch has proven a huge game.

Not only has it helped sell the company’s new console, it’s also pushing sales for its old one.

It appears that while Nintendo Switch stock troubles continue to affect fans grabbing one from a retailer, they’re now turning to other means.

Instead of waiting for The Legend of Zelda on Switch, gamers are heading to GameStop and buying Wii U consoles instead.

GameStop senior director of merchandising, Eric Bright, confirmed as much to Game Rant, revealing that the hype has left some fans unable to wait.

“With The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild coming out, we’re seeing great results in our pre-owned Wii U sales,” he confirmed.

“We’re selling a lot of pre-owned Wii U consoles along with brand new Wii U copies of Zelda.