Japanese Game Sales Charts: Hyrule Warriors, Pokémon Legends, and Mario Kart Dominate Nintendo Switch and Switch 2

Japanese Game Sales Charts: Hyrule Warriors, Pokémon Legends, and Mario Kart Dominate Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 This week’s Japanese software sales data, sourced from Famitsu, highlights the enduring popularity of Nintendo platforms and some of the industry's most beloved franchises.

The week’s charts are a testament to the ongoing demand for new releases on the Nintendo Switch and the emerging Nintendo Switch 2, as well as the recent performance of PlayStation 5 (PS5) titles. At the top of the chart, “Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment” for Nintendo Switch 2 made an impressive debut, selling 73,183 copies.

This all-new entry in the hack-and-slash series set in The Legend of Zelda universe continues Koei Tecmo’s tradition of producing large-scale action titles that appeal to Zelda fans and newcomers alike. Close behind, “Pokemon Legends: Z-A” for Nintendo Switch sold an additional 54,904 units, with cumulative sales now reaching 1,205,487 copies.

The Nintendo Switch 2 edition of the same game also performed strongly, adding 29,662 to its lifetime sales of 750,484.

The sustained momentum of this Pokémon title demonstrates the franchise’s unmatched influence in Japan's gaming landscape. “Mario Kart World” also maintained a high position, with its Nintendo Switch 2 version selling 54,413 units this week and an impressive cumulative total of 2,071,827 sold.

The enduring appeal of the Mario Kart brand continues to fuel hardware sales and software engagement across both generations of the Switch platform. Another highlight is “Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake,” which saw notable sales across multiple platforms.

The Nintendo Switch version contributed 32,682 weekly sales and now totals 264,932, with the Switch 2 and PS5 versions adding to an even broader franchise reach.

This remake of Square Enix’s iconic role-playing series further reinforces Dragon Quest’s status as a pillar of Japanese gaming. Rounding out the top performers was “Donkey Kong Bananza” on Nintendo Switch 2, with 8,378 sold this week and a total approaching 371,140.

Long-standing hits like “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” and “Super Mario Party Jamboree” continue to post strong sales numbers, reflecting the staying power of Nintendo’s first-party offerings. Other notable titles in the chart include “Magical Craft: Neko to Mahou no Dress” (Nintendo Switch, new entry), “Ghost of Yotei” (PS5), and the ever-popular “Minecraft.” Sales for “Animal Crossing: New Horizons” remain robust—now over 8.2 million units sold in Japan since its release. In a statement provided by Famitsu, the publication emphasized that this data underscores the consistent dominance of Switch and Switch 2 titles in the Japanese market.

With innovative sequels and robust remakes regularly launching on Nintendo platforms, Japan’s gaming audience continues to favor Nintendo’s ecosystem for both legacy franchises and new experiences. For more detailed weekly rankings and historical charts, readers can visit Famitsu’s official website.

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