Nintendo Switch 2 Dominates Latest Japanese Game Sales Charts with Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza

Nintendo has further cemented its leadership in the Japanese gaming market with the latest weekly software sales data, published by Famitsu.

With the highly-anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 now in consumers’ hands, the newest entries in several tentpole franchises are driving impressive sales figures and underscoring Nintendo's enduring appeal across generations of hardware. Leading the chart is "Mario Kart World" for Nintendo Switch 2, which recorded 76,224 units sold this week and a cumulative total of 1,571,833 since launch.

The momentum behind the franchise shows no sign of slowing, as the Mario Kart series continues to attract new players while delighting existing fans. Close behind, "Donkey Kong Bananza" on Nintendo Switch 2 captured an additional 53,951 units, bringing its lifetime total to 181,856.

The revival of the iconic Donkey Kong series demonstrates the ongoing resonance of classic Nintendo characters, particularly with fresh gameplay innovations tailored for next-gen hardware. Another significant debut this week is "Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV," which launched with 18,169 units sold.

Combined with the original Nintendo Switch release, "Super Mario Party Jamboree" maintains strong appeal, collectively surpassing 1.35 million lifetime sales across both hardware platforms. Although third-party titles like "Wuchang: Fallen Feathers" for PlayStation 5 made a notable impact with a launch of 14,490 units, Nintendo’s presence remains dominant.

Longtime favorites such as "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" (10,123 for the week; over 6.39 million total), "Animal Crossing: New Horizons" (8,919 this week; 8.18 million total), and "Minecraft" for Nintendo Switch (8,101 this week; 3.94 million lifetime) continue their impressive run, repeatedly appearing in the top ten. Further down the chart, titles such as "Pokemon Scarlet / Violet," "Super Mario Bros.

Wonder," "Splatoon 3," and "Ring Fit Adventure" all exhibited longevity, each sustaining sales that cement their positions as key drivers of Nintendo Switch success.

Meanwhile, evergreen classics like "The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild" and "Super Mario Odyssey" maintain a steady user base years after release. In an official statement via Famitsu, sales analysts noted that Nintendo Switch 2’s strong launch lineup and robust software library have reinforced the company’s stronghold in the Japanese market, ensuring broad appeal and enduring sales momentum. These figures not only highlight the enduring popularity of Nintendo’s first-party franchises, but also demonstrate the platform’s versatility for new and returning IPs.

The latest data underscores how Nintendo Switch 2's high-profile releases have invigorated the market, with leading titles posting robust numbers and maintaining consistent visibility in a competitive landscape. Credit: Famitsu for the latest Japanese sales data.

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