Nintendo Switch UK Charts: Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Remain Strong Amid Stiff Competition

The latest UK charts reveal a shifting landscape for Nintendo Switch titles, even as stalwart games such as Donkey Kong Country Returns HD and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe maintain their presence among the best-sellers.

With anticipation building around the eventual launch of Nintendo's next-generation hardware, currently referred to as the "Switch 2," the current release schedule sees fewer high-profile offerings until the arrival of Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition, expected on 20th March. Despite increased competition, Donkey Kong Country Returns HD continues to feature in the top ranks, though it has edged down the charts due to the debut of Kingdom Come: Deliverance II, which entered at number one.

Meanwhile, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe—originally released in 2017 for the Nintendo Switch—remains a fixture in the top ten, reinforcing its status as an evergreen title that continues to captivate audiences years after launch.

The title's enduring appeal is a testament to Nintendo's ability to create games with lasting playability, evident in their robust global sales. The new chart is also notable for the strong showing of multi-platform games.

EA Sports FC 25 climbs to the number two spot, with a notable 43% of sales on the Nintendo Switch platform, followed closely by PlayStation and Xbox versions.

Other Switch standouts in this week’s top 10 include Super Mario Party Jamboree, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Nintendo Switch Sports, highlighting the broad appeal of Nintendo’s first-party software. A full platform breakdown, compiled by market research group GfK, details the diverse landscape of game sales across hardware, underlining the Switch's continued relevance even as new releases from third-party developers gain traction.

For example, Hogwarts Legacy continues to perform well, with 40% of its sales on Switch compared to 26% on PlayStation 4. A Nintendo spokesperson previously emphasized the company’s commitment to ongoing support for current Switch users, stating, "Our focus continues to be on delivering quality gameplay experiences while preparing for upcoming releases.

The sustained performance of our flagship titles reflects the dedication of our development teams and the enduring loyalty of Nintendo fans." Looking ahead, all eyes turn to the forthcoming Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition and further updates on next-generation Nintendo hardware.

In the meantime, the Nintendo eShop remains stocked with top-performing titles that continue to impress in weekly UK sales rankings.

As the chart demonstrates, Nintendo’s established catalogue and loyal user base keep its games front and center, even during periods of fewer new releases. Fans and industry watchers alike will be eager to see how these trends evolve as the Switch era transitions toward its next chapter.

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