Nintendo of America states that the 3DS has broken launch sales records.

During the launch of the 3DS in America, which took place on Sunday, the console sold so many units that it has led Nintendo to claim "U.S. day-one sales numbers for Nintendo 3DS were the highest of any Nintendo hand-held system in our history."

Anyone looking for specific figures will have to wait until April 14th, when NPD publishes its monthly sales report, but early indications look good for the console. The statement also read: "Nintendo worked hard to get as much product as possible to retailers on day one to meet demand, and we will continue with these efforts moving forward."