Princess Peach: Showtime! Tops Japan Sales Charts for Third Consecutive Week – Latest Famitsu Report

Princess Peach: Showtime! Secures Top Spot in Japanese Game Sales for Third Straight Week Nintendo has once again demonstrated the lasting appeal and market power of its first-party franchises, with Princess Peach: Showtime! continuing to dominate Japanese game sales.

According to the latest figures published by Famitsu on April 12, 2024, the Nintendo Switch exclusive has claimed the number one spot for the third consecutive week. Originally released on March 22, 2024, Princess Peach: Showtime! marked the long-awaited return of the iconic princess in a starring role, stirring excitement among Nintendo fans worldwide.

The game sold an impressive 77,562 copies in its debut week, quickly establishing itself as a major hit in its home market.

During its second week on store shelves—from March 25th to March 31st—the title maintained its strong momentum, moving another 27,258 units and surpassing the 100,000 sales milestone, as reported by Famitsu and cross-referenced by Gematsu. In the most recent sales tracking period, Princess Peach: Showtime! added 19,612 units to its total, bringing cumulative Japanese sales to 124,432.

This success places it ahead of both new releases and perennial bestsellers.

Notably, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe—a title that originally launched for the Nintendo Switch in 2017—secured the second spot with 13,055 units sold, underlining the Switch’s continued dominance in the region.

Here are the latest top-selling titles in Japan for the week, according to Famitsu: 1.

Princess Peach: Showtime! (Switch) – 19,612 units (Total: 124,432) 2.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Switch) – 13,055 units (Total: 5,781,663) 3.

Rise of the Ronin (PS5) – 12,080 units (Total: 96,865) 4.

Super Mario Bros.

Wonder (Switch) – 9,898 units (Total: 1,813,645) 5.

Minecraft (Switch) – 7,464 units (Total: 3,491,021) 6.

Splatoon 3 (Switch) – 6,569 units (Total: 4,270,899) 7.

Nintendo Switch Sports (Switch) – 6,497 units (Total: 1,306,180) 8.

Momotaro Electric Railway World (Switch) – 6,189 units (Total: 1,029,313) 9.

Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Switch) – 6,110 units (Total: 7,735,293) 10.

Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate (Switch) – 5,507 units (Total: 5,481,777) A Nintendo spokesperson, summarizing the game’s performance, stated that Princess Peach: Showtime! has reaffirmed the popularity of established characters and demonstrates the enduring enthusiasm for new entries in well-loved Nintendo franchises.

The ongoing success of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and other long-standing Nintendo titles, such as Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario Bros.

Wonder, further highlights the Switch’s robust ecosystem and its ability to attract both new and returning players. For further insight, sales tracking by organizations like Famitsu and Gematsu continues to serve as an industry benchmark, providing verified data on Japan’s dynamic gaming landscape.

On the development side, Princess Peach: Showtime! was created and published by Nintendo, leveraging the company’s expertise in accessible yet engaging game design. As Princess Peach: Showtime! continues its sales run, it’s clear that Nintendo Switch remains a dominant force in Japan.

This momentum bodes well for future releases and reinforces the continued importance of first-party titles in driving hardware and software engagement on the Nintendo platform.

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