The Nintendo Switch 2 eShop charts for the week of December 28, 2025, are in, providing a comprehensive snapshot of the most popular games on Nintendo’s latest gaming hardware.
A perennial favorite among Nintendo fans, Donkey Kong Bananza, has resurged to claim the top position after a brief absence, potentially benefiting from increased player interest during the holiday season.
Meanwhile, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, after dominating for several consecutive weeks, now settles at the #5 spot. Released as a next-generation successor to the highly successful Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to impress with its robust game library and hardware improvements.
The eShop, Nintendo’s trusted digital storefront, reveals valuable insights into consumer trends, especially around the year-end rush when new releases and holiday promotions boost digital game sales. In this latest ranking, Donkey Kong Bananza leads both the standard and bundle charts, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Donkey Kong franchise.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition holds a strong second position, reflecting the Pokémon series’ lasting popularity and consistent performance on Nintendo platforms.
Racing fans pushed Mario Kart World to third place, while Kirby Air Riders follows at fourth, reinforcing Nintendo’s dominance in family-friendly genres. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, one of the Switch 2's most anticipated titles, now sits at fifth in the eShop all-games list.
A Nintendo spokesperson expressed appreciation for the ongoing support of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, emphasizing that the development team is thrilled with the sustained community engagement since its launch. Other notable entries include Super Mario Party Jamboree, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and major third-party releases like Cyberpunk 2077 and Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition.
The presence of evergreen titles such as Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—both available in enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Editions—demonstrates the strong library Nintendo has cultivated over successive generations. Download-only titles saw Hades 2 secure the #1 position, followed by Hollow Knight: Silksong – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and Red Dead Redemption – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
These results underscore the appeal of narrative-driven indie games and enhanced editions of classic titles, bolstering Switch 2’s appeal within established gaming communities. As Nintendo continues to update the eShop charts weekly, fans can track trends and discover which games are captivating audiences on the Nintendo Switch 2.
With a diverse lineup spanning major first-party releases, third-party collaborations, and acclaimed indie projects, the platform remains a central hub for gaming in 2025. For ongoing updates and to compare the latest rankings across both the original Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, users are encouraged to visit the official Nintendo eShop charts portal.
A perennial favorite among Nintendo fans, Donkey Kong Bananza, has resurged to claim the top position after a brief absence, potentially benefiting from increased player interest during the holiday season.
Meanwhile, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, after dominating for several consecutive weeks, now settles at the #5 spot. Released as a next-generation successor to the highly successful Nintendo Switch, the Nintendo Switch 2 continues to impress with its robust game library and hardware improvements.
The eShop, Nintendo’s trusted digital storefront, reveals valuable insights into consumer trends, especially around the year-end rush when new releases and holiday promotions boost digital game sales. In this latest ranking, Donkey Kong Bananza leads both the standard and bundle charts, showcasing the enduring appeal of the Donkey Kong franchise.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition holds a strong second position, reflecting the Pokémon series’ lasting popularity and consistent performance on Nintendo platforms.
Racing fans pushed Mario Kart World to third place, while Kirby Air Riders follows at fourth, reinforcing Nintendo’s dominance in family-friendly genres. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, one of the Switch 2's most anticipated titles, now sits at fifth in the eShop all-games list.
A Nintendo spokesperson expressed appreciation for the ongoing support of Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, emphasizing that the development team is thrilled with the sustained community engagement since its launch. Other notable entries include Super Mario Party Jamboree, Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, and major third-party releases like Cyberpunk 2077 and Madden NFL 26 Deluxe Edition.
The presence of evergreen titles such as Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom—both available in enhanced Nintendo Switch 2 Editions—demonstrates the strong library Nintendo has cultivated over successive generations. Download-only titles saw Hades 2 secure the #1 position, followed by Hollow Knight: Silksong – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition and Red Dead Redemption – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition.
These results underscore the appeal of narrative-driven indie games and enhanced editions of classic titles, bolstering Switch 2’s appeal within established gaming communities. As Nintendo continues to update the eShop charts weekly, fans can track trends and discover which games are captivating audiences on the Nintendo Switch 2.
With a diverse lineup spanning major first-party releases, third-party collaborations, and acclaimed indie projects, the platform remains a central hub for gaming in 2025. For ongoing updates and to compare the latest rankings across both the original Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, users are encouraged to visit the official Nintendo eShop charts portal.
