Famitsu, Japan’s leading authority on video game industry analysis, has published its latest hardware and software sales figures, providing a clear snapshot of the current market landscape.
The ongoing popularity of the Nintendo Switch family, alongside debuts from high-profile franchises like Yakuza and Mario, paints a vibrant picture for the Japanese gaming sector this week. Nintendo Switch 2 Leads Japanese Console Market The recently released Nintendo Switch 2 continues its strong showing, topping this week’s domestic hardware sales with 57,779 units sold.
The Switch OLED model follows with 20,226 units, while the Switch Lite secured 4,882 units.
Despite being the latest iteration, the original Switch remains a contender at 1,373 units moved.
Aggregating these figures underscores the enduring appeal of the Nintendo Switch ecosystem. Sony’s next-generation console also maintains a significant presence, with the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition achieving 6,341 units and the standard PS5 model selling 3,562 units.
The recently launched PS5 Pro—which offers upgraded hardware for high-fidelity gaming—registered 1,685 units sold.
On the Microsoft front, the Xbox Series X Digital Edition managed 646 units, while the Xbox Series S and the original Xbox Series X sold 97 and 12 units, respectively. Comparing week-on-week figures, the Switch 2 saw a decrease from 65,807 units last week, reflecting natural fluctuations after recent product launches.
Other platforms, including the PS5 Digital Edition and Switch OLED, recorded incremental growth, while legacy platforms such as the PlayStation 4 posted nominal sales. Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Claims Top Spot on Software Charts On the software front, Sega’s Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties debuted powerfully on the PlayStation 5, reaching first place with 58,171 units sold.
On Nintendo platforms, Mario Tennis Fever made its entrance for the Switch 2, selling 39,522 copies.
Another major title, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, demonstrated strong cross-platform appeal.
On the standard Nintendo Switch, the game tallied 32,102 units for a cumulative 209,665.
The Switch 2 version added 23,617 units for a total of 183,718, while its PS5 counterpart contributed 11,800 copies to reach 130,598 in lifetime sales. Also performing solidly was Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties on Switch 2 with 15,988 sales, highlighting the series’ growing popularity beyond PlayStation platforms.
Additional top performers included Koei Tecmo’s Nioh 3 (9,702 units on PS5) and perennial Nintendo favorites Mario Kart World and Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which continue to exhibit impressive sales longevity.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons, in particular, has reached a milestone of over 8.3 million units sold on the Nintendo Switch platform in Japan alone. Famitsu’s weekly sales reports offer vital insights into Japan’s competitive gaming market, with Nintendo and Sony solidifying their leading roles, and new software entries continuing to captivate a dedicated gaming audience.
For a comprehensive look at past data and trends, readers can consult Famitsu’s extensive archives.
The ongoing popularity of the Nintendo Switch family, alongside debuts from high-profile franchises like Yakuza and Mario, paints a vibrant picture for the Japanese gaming sector this week. Nintendo Switch 2 Leads Japanese Console Market The recently released Nintendo Switch 2 continues its strong showing, topping this week’s domestic hardware sales with 57,779 units sold.
The Switch OLED model follows with 20,226 units, while the Switch Lite secured 4,882 units.
Despite being the latest iteration, the original Switch remains a contender at 1,373 units moved.
Aggregating these figures underscores the enduring appeal of the Nintendo Switch ecosystem. Sony’s next-generation console also maintains a significant presence, with the PlayStation 5 Digital Edition achieving 6,341 units and the standard PS5 model selling 3,562 units.
The recently launched PS5 Pro—which offers upgraded hardware for high-fidelity gaming—registered 1,685 units sold.
On the Microsoft front, the Xbox Series X Digital Edition managed 646 units, while the Xbox Series S and the original Xbox Series X sold 97 and 12 units, respectively. Comparing week-on-week figures, the Switch 2 saw a decrease from 65,807 units last week, reflecting natural fluctuations after recent product launches.
Other platforms, including the PS5 Digital Edition and Switch OLED, recorded incremental growth, while legacy platforms such as the PlayStation 4 posted nominal sales. Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties Claims Top Spot on Software Charts On the software front, Sega’s Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties debuted powerfully on the PlayStation 5, reaching first place with 58,171 units sold.
On Nintendo platforms, Mario Tennis Fever made its entrance for the Switch 2, selling 39,522 copies.
Another major title, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined, demonstrated strong cross-platform appeal.
On the standard Nintendo Switch, the game tallied 32,102 units for a cumulative 209,665.
The Switch 2 version added 23,617 units for a total of 183,718, while its PS5 counterpart contributed 11,800 copies to reach 130,598 in lifetime sales. Also performing solidly was Yakuza Kiwami 3 & Dark Ties on Switch 2 with 15,988 sales, highlighting the series’ growing popularity beyond PlayStation platforms.
Additional top performers included Koei Tecmo’s Nioh 3 (9,702 units on PS5) and perennial Nintendo favorites Mario Kart World and Animal Crossing: New Horizons, which continue to exhibit impressive sales longevity.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons, in particular, has reached a milestone of over 8.3 million units sold on the Nintendo Switch platform in Japan alone. Famitsu’s weekly sales reports offer vital insights into Japan’s competitive gaming market, with Nintendo and Sony solidifying their leading roles, and new software entries continuing to captivate a dedicated gaming audience.
For a comprehensive look at past data and trends, readers can consult Famitsu’s extensive archives.
