Metroid Prime 4: Beyond Leads Nintendo Switch eShop Charts for December 2025

The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of December 6, 2025, have been released, revealing the most popular digital titles among players globally.

Once again, Nintendo demonstrates its dominance in the console gaming market, with Metroid Prime 4: Beyond securing the top spot for a second consecutive week.

The highly anticipated title from Nintendo has maintained impressive momentum since its recent surge, propelled by a robust wave of pre-loads and unwavering fan anticipation. Metroid Prime 4: Beyond's continued success speaks to the longstanding appeal of the Metroid franchise and showcases Nintendo’s expertise in cultivating a dedicated fanbase across generations.

The game's release has consistently sparked significant interest, and it remains the most downloaded title on the Nintendo Switch eShop for this period. Making an impressive debut, Marvel Cosmic Invasion claimed the third position overall and landed at number one in the download-only segment of the eShop charts.

This strong launch highlights the growing influence of major third-party publishers within the Switch ecosystem, as well as the consistent appetite among Switch users for high-quality digital experiences. The complete Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week feature an array of both first-party and third-party hits.

Rounding out the top five games in the overall category are Pokémon Legends: Z-A at number two, Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 at fourth, and Animal Crossing: New Horizons in fifth position.

Other notable titles within the top ten include Super Mario Party Jamboree, Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Minecraft, and Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds Digital Deluxe Edition. The download-only category saw Marvel Cosmic Invasion take the lead, followed by Disney Dreamlight Valley and Hades 2, underscoring the vast range of genres and gameplay experiences appealing to Switch owners.

Popular indie favorites such as Stardew Valley and Hollow Knight: Silksong continue to perform strongly, while legacy franchises like Tomb Raider and Castlevania also maintain a presence on the charts. A Nintendo spokesperson highlighted the consistent engagement across flagship franchises and recently released titles by noting that the Nintendo Switch eShop charts reflect both the diversity and enduring strength of its game library.

This success story is mirrored by impressive sales milestones and active user engagement throughout the holiday season. For those looking to stay updated with the latest digital download trends, the Nintendo eShop charts provide invaluable insight into the preferences of Switch and Switch 2 owners alike.

As the platform's software catalog continues to expand, these rankings offer a snapshot of which games are capturing the spotlight on one of gaming’s most influential hardware ecosystems.