The latest Japanese video game software sales charts reveal a commanding performance by Nintendo, with both Nintendo Switch and the new Nintendo Switch 2 platforms dominating the top rankings.
This week’s data, sourced from industry tracker Famitsu, showcases the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s key franchises and highlights significant milestones for both hardware generations. At the top of the list is 'Mario Kart World,' developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch 2, which recorded a powerful 115,729 copies sold this week, pushing its lifetime total to 2,573,736 units.
Following closely are the blockbuster titles 'Pokemon Legends: Z-A' on the original Nintendo Switch and its enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Both versions continue to perform strongly, with the original version selling 72,820 units (totaling 1,470,354) and the Switch 2 Edition adding another 54,096 units (957,286 overall). 'Kirby Air Riders,' another high-profile Nintendo Switch 2 release, posted 49,220 units sold, pushing its cumulative sales to 377,044.
Additionally, 'Momotaro Dentetsu 2' solidified its status as a fan favorite, with the Switch 2 Edition moving 26,323 copies and the original Nintendo Switch version adding 22,898 units, for a combined lifetime total exceeding 350,000 units. When it comes to multi-generational releases, the data underscores Nintendo’s successful strategy of supporting both legacy and next-generation consoles.
'Super Mario Party Jamboree' appears on both platforms, with the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and the original collectively nearing 1.6 million lifetime sales.
Classic titles such as 'Minecraft' (16,038 units sold this week; 4,094,207 total on Switch) and 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' (13,352 this week; 8,297,279 lifetime) maintain impressive momentum years after their original launches. New releases and remasters are also making waves.
'Yuukyuu Gensoukyoku Revival' and 'Olympia Soiree Catharsis' entered the charts strongly.
Meanwhile, 'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment' and 'Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake' show robust early adoption across both Switch generations. A representative from Nintendo summarized this ongoing success, stating in previous communications that continuous investment in beloved franchises and ongoing platform support remains central to their software sales growth.
This week’s chart further validates that approach, with both new hardware releases and legacy titles performing at exceptional levels. The latest figures reinforce Nintendo’s dominant presence in the Japanese market, marking another successful week for major franchises available on the Nintendo eShop and at retail.
Famitsu’s reliable sales tracking continues to provide invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of gaming consumption in Japan. For more detailed breakdowns and past performance charts, visit Famitsu’s official website.
This week’s data, sourced from industry tracker Famitsu, showcases the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s key franchises and highlights significant milestones for both hardware generations. At the top of the list is 'Mario Kart World,' developed by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch 2, which recorded a powerful 115,729 copies sold this week, pushing its lifetime total to 2,573,736 units.
Following closely are the blockbuster titles 'Pokemon Legends: Z-A' on the original Nintendo Switch and its enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
Both versions continue to perform strongly, with the original version selling 72,820 units (totaling 1,470,354) and the Switch 2 Edition adding another 54,096 units (957,286 overall). 'Kirby Air Riders,' another high-profile Nintendo Switch 2 release, posted 49,220 units sold, pushing its cumulative sales to 377,044.
Additionally, 'Momotaro Dentetsu 2' solidified its status as a fan favorite, with the Switch 2 Edition moving 26,323 copies and the original Nintendo Switch version adding 22,898 units, for a combined lifetime total exceeding 350,000 units. When it comes to multi-generational releases, the data underscores Nintendo’s successful strategy of supporting both legacy and next-generation consoles.
'Super Mario Party Jamboree' appears on both platforms, with the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and the original collectively nearing 1.6 million lifetime sales.
Classic titles such as 'Minecraft' (16,038 units sold this week; 4,094,207 total on Switch) and 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' (13,352 this week; 8,297,279 lifetime) maintain impressive momentum years after their original launches. New releases and remasters are also making waves.
'Yuukyuu Gensoukyoku Revival' and 'Olympia Soiree Catharsis' entered the charts strongly.
Meanwhile, 'Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment' and 'Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake' show robust early adoption across both Switch generations. A representative from Nintendo summarized this ongoing success, stating in previous communications that continuous investment in beloved franchises and ongoing platform support remains central to their software sales growth.
This week’s chart further validates that approach, with both new hardware releases and legacy titles performing at exceptional levels. The latest figures reinforce Nintendo’s dominant presence in the Japanese market, marking another successful week for major franchises available on the Nintendo eShop and at retail.
Famitsu’s reliable sales tracking continues to provide invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of gaming consumption in Japan. For more detailed breakdowns and past performance charts, visit Famitsu’s official website.
