The latest UK retail sales data demonstrates a steady week for video game performance, with EA Sports FC 25 and Mario Kart World maintaining their leading positions atop the charts.
As reported by GfK and tracked across retail sales, Nintendo continues to hold a significant presence in the top rankings, especially with its staple franchises and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Editions gaining momentum. Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the enduringly popular life simulation from Nintendo, is set to shake up the status quo with the launch of its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on January 15, 2026.
The title, which has already enjoyed a resurgence ahead of this launch, surged from 17th to 11th place on the weekly retail charts—a notable jump that nearly breaks it back into the top ten.
This performance highlights the sustained demand for first-party Nintendo titles as well as the anticipation surrounding new hardware editions. Overall, chart activity indicates business as usual for the majority of games; however, a detailed look at the platform breakdowns reveals a rising trend: Nintendo Switch 2 Editions are steadily narrowing the sales gap with their Nintendo Switch predecessors.
In particular, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild set a new milestone this week, with its Switch 2 Edition outselling the original Nintendo Switch version, comprising 54% of the sales split for the title.
This marks a significant achievement and underscores player interest in updated editions for Nintendo’s next-generation console. Other dual-platform successes include Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Switch 54%, Switch 2 46%) and Super Mario Party Jamboree (Switch 58%, Switch 2 42%), further demonstrating that fans are embracing the Nintendo Switch 2’s enhanced experiences.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also made strong showings, emphasizing the resilience and draw of Nintendo’s franchises on both platforms. Nintendo’s dominance is also reinforced by the continued presence of a broad swath of first-party and exclusive titles in the top 40, including Donkey Kong Bananza, Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, and Super Mario Bros.
Wonder.
These chart placements, alongside a mix of third-party successes such as Witcher III: Wild Hunt Complete Edition and Hogwarts Legacy, illustrate a diverse and healthy UK console market—one where Nintendo hardware and software remain vital contributors. As 2026 begins, all eyes are on the forthcoming release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition to see whether it can break the routine of the chart and deliver another strong performance for Nintendo.
With Switch 2 platform adoption on the rise, the momentum looks set to continue, solidifying Nintendo’s position as a major force in the UK video game market.
As reported by GfK and tracked across retail sales, Nintendo continues to hold a significant presence in the top rankings, especially with its staple franchises and the anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 Editions gaining momentum. Animal Crossing: New Horizons, the enduringly popular life simulation from Nintendo, is set to shake up the status quo with the launch of its Nintendo Switch 2 Edition on January 15, 2026.
The title, which has already enjoyed a resurgence ahead of this launch, surged from 17th to 11th place on the weekly retail charts—a notable jump that nearly breaks it back into the top ten.
This performance highlights the sustained demand for first-party Nintendo titles as well as the anticipation surrounding new hardware editions. Overall, chart activity indicates business as usual for the majority of games; however, a detailed look at the platform breakdowns reveals a rising trend: Nintendo Switch 2 Editions are steadily narrowing the sales gap with their Nintendo Switch predecessors.
In particular, The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild set a new milestone this week, with its Switch 2 Edition outselling the original Nintendo Switch version, comprising 54% of the sales split for the title.
This marks a significant achievement and underscores player interest in updated editions for Nintendo’s next-generation console. Other dual-platform successes include Pokémon Legends: Z-A (Switch 54%, Switch 2 46%) and Super Mario Party Jamboree (Switch 58%, Switch 2 42%), further demonstrating that fans are embracing the Nintendo Switch 2’s enhanced experiences.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also made strong showings, emphasizing the resilience and draw of Nintendo’s franchises on both platforms. Nintendo’s dominance is also reinforced by the continued presence of a broad swath of first-party and exclusive titles in the top 40, including Donkey Kong Bananza, Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, and Super Mario Bros.
Wonder.
These chart placements, alongside a mix of third-party successes such as Witcher III: Wild Hunt Complete Edition and Hogwarts Legacy, illustrate a diverse and healthy UK console market—one where Nintendo hardware and software remain vital contributors. As 2026 begins, all eyes are on the forthcoming release of Animal Crossing: New Horizons – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition to see whether it can break the routine of the chart and deliver another strong performance for Nintendo.
With Switch 2 platform adoption on the rise, the momentum looks set to continue, solidifying Nintendo’s position as a major force in the UK video game market.
