Nintendo Switch 2 Dominates Japanese Hardware Sales: Latest Famitsu Charts Reveal Standout Success

Nintendo Switch 2 takes center stage in the Japanese hardware sales landscape, according to the latest market data published by Famitsu.

As the country’s most reputable source for gaming industry statistics, Famitsu’s sales charts for the two-week period covering recent Japanese holidays showcase strong demand across both hardware and software sectors, with Nintendo consistently leading the market. Nintendo Switch 2 Sets the Pace in Hardware Sales In the most recent figures, Nintendo Switch 2 sold an impressive 179,641 units, a substantial increase from the previous period’s 62,733 units.

The platform’s continued momentum is reflected in its outperformance of both its predecessors and other major consoles.

Additional Switch models also maintained their presence in the market, with Switch OLED and Switch Lite moving 18,236 and 13,135 units respectively.

By comparison, PlayStation 5 tallied 10,631 units, while its Pro and Digital Edition variants reported sales of 4,376 and 2,124 units, respectively.

Microsoft’s Xbox Series X charted at 351 units, and the Series S and Series X Digital Edition recorded 189 and 112 units each.

The legacy PlayStation 4 added 32 units to its total. A direct comparison with the previous week illustrates significant upticks across all Nintendo Switch systems, reflecting intensified consumer interest during Japan’s holiday season.

The Nintendo Switch (original model) alone nearly doubled its sales week-over-week, from 2,626 to 5,975 units, further underscoring the platform’s enduring popularity. Software Charts: Nintendo Franchises Dominate the Top Spots On the software side, Nintendo titles captured the bulk of attention.

Mario Kart World for Nintendo Switch 2 led the pack with 144,911 units sold for the period, bringing its cumulative total to 1,590,539 units.

Donkey Kong Bananza claimed the second spot with 60,200 units for the week, and an overall total of 267,255 units sold to date. Other notable performers include Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba – The Hinokami Chronicles 2, which achieved 38,200 units for a new total of 92,691; Minecraft for the Nintendo Switch, which moved 20,204 units and is creeping up on the four-million milestone; and Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition plus Jamboree TV, which added 19,172 units to its lifetime total of 47,591.

Classic franchises like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe also remain exceptional performers, with lifetime sales surpassing 8,199,885 and 6,416,707 units respectively. Industry Impact and Developer Achievements Nintendo’s dominance in both hardware and software sales highlights the company’s ability to consistently deliver high-demand products in the Japanese market.

Key titles like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza not only demonstrate the continued strength of first-party franchises but also reinforce Nintendo’s unique position in appealing to a broad audience spanning multiple generations. The latest Famitsu charts confirm that Nintendo Switch 2 has rapidly become the hardware of choice in Japan, further solidifying Nintendo’s leadership in the home console market.

As the platform evolves with new software and continuous developer support, Nintendo’s market impact shows no signs of slowing down. For those closely tracking the Japanese gaming landscape, Famitsu’s data remains an invaluable resource for understanding market trends and consumer preferences.

Past charts and data can be accessed directly through Famitsu for more comprehensive comparisons.

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