Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Lead Latest Japanese Game Sales Charts

Japanese Video Game Sales Chart: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Dominate the Week This week’s Japanese software sales data, provided by industry authority Famitsu, underscores the enduring strength of Nintendo titles in the domestic market as well as the notable launch of new releases on the Nintendo Switch 2 (NS2) platform.

Leading the pack is 'Mario Kart World' for NS2, which has recorded an impressive 130,537 units sold this week, advancing its cumulative sales to 1,495,609 units since launch.

This robust performance highlights the franchise’s consistent appeal among Japanese gamers and underscores Nintendo’s continued dominance in the racing genre. Closely following, and making a significant debut, is 'Donkey Kong Bananza' on Nintendo Switch 2.

The new entry in the beloved Donkey Kong series secured second place with 127,905 units sold during its launch week.

This strong opening illustrates sustained interest in legacy Nintendo franchises, especially as new hardware invigorates the market. Other notable performers include 'Tamagotchi Plaza' on the original Nintendo Switch (NSW), selling 9,081 copies this week and reaching a total of 149,279 units sold to date.

Nintendo’s evergreen titles continue to claim strong positions on the charts, with 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' achieving an additional 8,152 sales this week, bringing its lifetime total in Japan to a staggering 6,381,356 units.

Meanwhile, 'Animal Crossing: New Horizons' retains its widespread appeal with 6,664 units sold this week, now eclipsing 8.17 million cumulative sales. '“It’s remarkable to see the ongoing momentum of our classic and new IP on both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms,” a Nintendo spokesperson remarked in response to the latest sales statistics, underscoring the company’s focus on delivering quality experiences across generations of hardware. The chart also features strong performances from 'Super Mario Party Jamboree', pushing past 1.34 million in lifetime sales, and established hits like 'Minecraft' and 'Super Smash Bros.

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Recent releases such as 'Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact' and 'Patapon 1 + 2 Replay' have also found a place in the top ten for the week. On the PlayStation 5, 'Death Stranding 2' secured the eleventh spot, adding 3,122 sales to reach 90,719 overall in Japan, while FromSoftware’s 'Elden Ring Nightreign' recorded 1,283 sales for a total of 71,559. Elsewhere in the chart, Nintendo's staple franchises such as 'The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' and 'Zelda: Breath of the Wild – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition' continue to show strong week-over-week sales as fans migrate to new hardware iterations.

'Splatoon 3' and 'Kirby’s Return to Dream Land Deluxe' further illustrate the breadth of Nintendo’s portfolio and its enduring resonance in the Japanese market. The latest Famitsu sales data provides a clear snapshot of market trends, highlighting both the legacy of established franchises and the successful integration of fresh titles on new hardware such as the Nintendo Switch 2.

As Japanese gamers continue to support both classic favorites and innovative newcomers, Nintendo maintains a commanding lead in the national gaming landscape. For a comprehensive look at past sales charts and additional details, credit goes to Famitsu for its steadfast reporting on the Japanese game industry.

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