Nintendo Switch 2 Tops Japanese Hardware Charts as Ghost of Yotei Leads Software Sales

The latest Famitsu charts for Japanese video game boxed software and hardware have arrived, providing a comprehensive look at the current landscape for the week ending October 5, 2025.

As expected, several new releases are making a significant impact, with Nintendo and Sony platforms driving the majority of software and hardware sales. On the software front, "Ghost of Yotei" managed a commanding debut, seizing the top spot with 120,196 units sold on PlayStation 5.

This strong launch underscores the growing demand for new intellectual properties on PlayStation platforms and highlights Sony Interactive Entertainment’s ongoing success in the region.

In second place, Nintendo’s "Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2" for the Nintendo Switch posted an impressive 48,265 units in its first week.

Both titles are notable for their enduring popularity and Nintendo’s ability to refresh beloved franchises for modern audiences. Close behind, "Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles" by Square Enix made its presence felt on multiple platforms: selling 41,333 copies on Nintendo Switch, 24,138 units on PlayStation 5, and 12,363 units on the Switch 2.

This cross-platform strength underpins Square Enix’s reputation for delivering quality tactical RPG experiences that appeal to dedicated fanbases regardless of hardware preference. Other notable entries in the top ten include "Mario Kart World" on Switch 2, now with a lifetime total of over 1.83 million units, Bandai Namco’s new "Digimon Story: Time Stranger" for PS5, and Nintendo’s own "Donkey Kong Bananza," reflecting the enduring strength of first-party and major Japanese franchises. In terms of hardware sales, the Nintendo Switch 2 maintained its lead in the Japanese market, reporting 44,439 units sold this week and a lifetime total surpassing 2.15 million.

The PlayStation 5 tallied 20,617 units, contributing to a cumulative figure of over 5.8 million.

The Switch OLED and Switch Lite models continue to sell strongly at 15,075 and 7,024 units, respectively.

Meanwhile, Microsoft’s Xbox Series family maintained a modest presence, led by the Xbox Series X Digital Edition with 649 units.

The PlayStation 4, now in its twilight years, recorded 19 weekly sales. A spokesperson for Famitsu commented in a summarized report: "The release of high-profile titles and new hardware variants continues to energize the Japanese market, with both Nintendo and Sony platforms seeing robust consumer interest across all tiers." Overall, these latest sales charts from Famitsu reaffirm the dominance of the Nintendo Switch 2 in hardware, while showcasing the impact that new and legacy franchises continue to have on the Japanese gaming audience.

The weekly figures also highlight industry trends such as strong multi-platform support and the sustained popularity of both classic and new titles from top Japanese publishers.

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