Nintendo Switch 2 once again establishes its dominance in the Japanese software sales charts, according to the latest data published by Famitsu.
The week’s expanded top 30 features a strong showing from Nintendo’s first-party franchises, with several high-profile debuts and consistent chart-toppers making significant appearances on the Nintendo Switch and its successor platform, the Nintendo Switch 2.
Leading the charge is “Pokémon Pokopia” for Nintendo Switch 2, which claimed the top spot with 48,772 copies sold this week and an impressive cumulative total of 821,687 units since launch.
This performance highlights the continued popularity and retail strength of Pokémon titles developed by Game Freak.
Nintendo’s power as a first-party hardware manufacturer and publisher remains unmatched, especially when supported by the Pokémon franchise’s global appeal.
New to the charts, Capcom’s “Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection” for Nintendo Switch captured second place, selling 18,238 units in its debut week.
The collection, showcasing a series beloved by fans since its original releases, marks Capcom’s commitment to bringing classic franchises to modern audiences via the eShop and retail editions.
In third place is “Super Mario Bros.
Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park,” debuting with 10,158 copies sold.
This new entry in the Super Mario series not only targets long-time fans but demonstrates Nintendo’s continued innovation on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform.
“Mario Kart World” follows closely in fourth with 7,005 units sold this week, pushing its impressive lifetime sales to 2,880,343.
The enduring appeal of Mario Kart’s gameplay keeps it evergreen in the Japanese video game market.
Major sales milestones are evident further down the chart.
“Monster Hunter Stories 3” for Nintendo Switch 2 reached a cumulative 53,489 units, while “Minecraft” on Switch extended its staggering tally to over 4.1 million copies.
“Animal Crossing: New Horizons” continues its legacy on Nintendo Switch with 8,411,123 units sold, underscoring its position as one of the platform’s all-time bestsellers.
Other notable new releases include “Winning Post 10 2026” from Koei Tecmo, launching across multiple platforms and making its presence felt both on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
The enduring popularity of legacy and remastered games is evident, with titles such as “Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined” and “Super Mario Party Jamboree” maintaining strong weekly sales.
A spokesperson for Famitsu, which compiles these figures from aggregated retail and digital sales data, reinforced the trend of Nintendo’s continued market leadership, especially on the Nintendo Switch 2 and classic Nintendo Switch hardware.
The strength of established IPs, constant fresh releases, and robust digital sales via the eShop have solidified Nintendo’s place at the forefront of the Japanese gaming industry.
This week’s sales charts not only reflect the immediate impact of new releases but also demonstrate the continued resonance of classic franchises in Japan.
With the Nintendo Switch 2 gaining traction and key franchises achieving substantial sales milestones, Nintendo’s ecosystem remains the nucleus of the Japanese gaming software market.
For further details and past sales charts, consult Famitsu’s official data.
The week’s expanded top 30 features a strong showing from Nintendo’s first-party franchises, with several high-profile debuts and consistent chart-toppers making significant appearances on the Nintendo Switch and its successor platform, the Nintendo Switch 2.
Leading the charge is “Pokémon Pokopia” for Nintendo Switch 2, which claimed the top spot with 48,772 copies sold this week and an impressive cumulative total of 821,687 units since launch.
This performance highlights the continued popularity and retail strength of Pokémon titles developed by Game Freak.
Nintendo’s power as a first-party hardware manufacturer and publisher remains unmatched, especially when supported by the Pokémon franchise’s global appeal.
New to the charts, Capcom’s “Mega Man Star Force Legacy Collection” for Nintendo Switch captured second place, selling 18,238 units in its debut week.
The collection, showcasing a series beloved by fans since its original releases, marks Capcom’s commitment to bringing classic franchises to modern audiences via the eShop and retail editions.
In third place is “Super Mario Bros.
Wonder – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park,” debuting with 10,158 copies sold.
This new entry in the Super Mario series not only targets long-time fans but demonstrates Nintendo’s continued innovation on the Nintendo Switch 2 platform.
“Mario Kart World” follows closely in fourth with 7,005 units sold this week, pushing its impressive lifetime sales to 2,880,343.
The enduring appeal of Mario Kart’s gameplay keeps it evergreen in the Japanese video game market.
Major sales milestones are evident further down the chart.
“Monster Hunter Stories 3” for Nintendo Switch 2 reached a cumulative 53,489 units, while “Minecraft” on Switch extended its staggering tally to over 4.1 million copies.
“Animal Crossing: New Horizons” continues its legacy on Nintendo Switch with 8,411,123 units sold, underscoring its position as one of the platform’s all-time bestsellers.
Other notable new releases include “Winning Post 10 2026” from Koei Tecmo, launching across multiple platforms and making its presence felt both on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.
The enduring popularity of legacy and remastered games is evident, with titles such as “Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined” and “Super Mario Party Jamboree” maintaining strong weekly sales.
A spokesperson for Famitsu, which compiles these figures from aggregated retail and digital sales data, reinforced the trend of Nintendo’s continued market leadership, especially on the Nintendo Switch 2 and classic Nintendo Switch hardware.
The strength of established IPs, constant fresh releases, and robust digital sales via the eShop have solidified Nintendo’s place at the forefront of the Japanese gaming industry.
This week’s sales charts not only reflect the immediate impact of new releases but also demonstrate the continued resonance of classic franchises in Japan.
With the Nintendo Switch 2 gaining traction and key franchises achieving substantial sales milestones, Nintendo’s ecosystem remains the nucleus of the Japanese gaming software market.
For further details and past sales charts, consult Famitsu’s official data.