The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of January 24, 2026, have been released, highlighting the enduring strength of the platform’s most popular titles and spotlighting some impressive newcomers.
Nintendo’s digital marketplace continues to be a central hub for gamers to discover both blockbuster franchises and standout indie releases on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 systems. Animal Crossing: New Horizons maintained its commanding lead, securing the number one position in the overall eShop rankings yet again.
Since its launch in March 2020, Animal Crossing: New Horizons by Nintendo has achieved remarkable popularity, surpassing 44 million units in global sales and consistently dominating the eShop’s most downloaded list.
Its ongoing seasonal content and community-driven features make it one of the platform’s most beloved and enduring games. The second and third positions remain unchanged this week, with Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate continuing to hold strong.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A, developed by Game Freak, represents the franchise’s evolution on the Switch, while Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate remains a staple for competitive and casual players alike since its December 2018 release, amassing over 33 million copies sold. A notable standout this week is Dispatch.
Making an impressive debut, Dispatch has climbed into the overall top ten solely on the strength of pre-loads even before its official launch, signaling high anticipation among Switch users.
In the download-only category, Dispatch captured the top spot, followed by indie hits like Wizard101 and Stardew Valley, as well as highly anticipated titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hades 2. Here are the top-performing titles for the week of January 24, 2026, on the Nintendo Switch eShop: All Games Top Three: 1.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A 3.
Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate Download-Only Games Top Three: 1.
Dispatch 2.
Wizard101 3.
Stardew Valley Other chart fixtures include perennial favorites like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, as well as new releases such as Super Mario Party Jamboree and Just Dance 2026 Edition Deluxe.
Second-party collaborations and indie successes are also well-represented, demonstrating the diversity of the Switch eShop library. A Nintendo spokesperson, reflecting on the latest chart, noted that the ongoing engagement with Animal Crossing and the strong pre-launch interest in Dispatch highlight the breadth of experiences awaiting Nintendo fans in 2026 on the eShop.
"These charts reveal a healthy mixture of established favorites and exciting new contenders, underscoring how the Nintendo Switch ecosystem continues to foster both blockbuster hits and emerging indie talent." Gamers can keep track of both Switch and Switch 2 eShop charts via Nintendo’s official platforms, ensuring fans are always up to date with the latest trends, bestsellers, and hidden gems on the world’s favorite hybrid console.
Nintendo’s digital marketplace continues to be a central hub for gamers to discover both blockbuster franchises and standout indie releases on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 systems. Animal Crossing: New Horizons maintained its commanding lead, securing the number one position in the overall eShop rankings yet again.
Since its launch in March 2020, Animal Crossing: New Horizons by Nintendo has achieved remarkable popularity, surpassing 44 million units in global sales and consistently dominating the eShop’s most downloaded list.
Its ongoing seasonal content and community-driven features make it one of the platform’s most beloved and enduring games. The second and third positions remain unchanged this week, with Pokémon Legends: Z-A and Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate continuing to hold strong.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A, developed by Game Freak, represents the franchise’s evolution on the Switch, while Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate remains a staple for competitive and casual players alike since its December 2018 release, amassing over 33 million copies sold. A notable standout this week is Dispatch.
Making an impressive debut, Dispatch has climbed into the overall top ten solely on the strength of pre-loads even before its official launch, signaling high anticipation among Switch users.
In the download-only category, Dispatch captured the top spot, followed by indie hits like Wizard101 and Stardew Valley, as well as highly anticipated titles such as Hollow Knight: Silksong and Hades 2. Here are the top-performing titles for the week of January 24, 2026, on the Nintendo Switch eShop: All Games Top Three: 1.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons 2.
Pokémon Legends: Z-A 3.
Super Smash Bros.
Ultimate Download-Only Games Top Three: 1.
Dispatch 2.
Wizard101 3.
Stardew Valley Other chart fixtures include perennial favorites like Minecraft, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, as well as new releases such as Super Mario Party Jamboree and Just Dance 2026 Edition Deluxe.
Second-party collaborations and indie successes are also well-represented, demonstrating the diversity of the Switch eShop library. A Nintendo spokesperson, reflecting on the latest chart, noted that the ongoing engagement with Animal Crossing and the strong pre-launch interest in Dispatch highlight the breadth of experiences awaiting Nintendo fans in 2026 on the eShop.
"These charts reveal a healthy mixture of established favorites and exciting new contenders, underscoring how the Nintendo Switch ecosystem continues to foster both blockbuster hits and emerging indie talent." Gamers can keep track of both Switch and Switch 2 eShop charts via Nintendo’s official platforms, ensuring fans are always up to date with the latest trends, bestsellers, and hidden gems on the world’s favorite hybrid console.
