Yoshi's Crafted World Debuts at Number One on UK Charts, Surpassing Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice

Yoshi's Crafted World, the latest platformer from Nintendo, has claimed the top spot in the UK all-formats physical sales charts for the week ending 30th March 2019.

This strong debut marks a significant milestone for developer Good-Feel and publisher Nintendo, as their charming adventure for the Nintendo Switch outperformed several major multiplatform releases.

Yoshi's Crafted World replaces the previous week's number one, Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice, a critically acclaimed action title developed by FromSoftware.

Sekiro fell to third place this week, demonstrating the enduring appeal of family-friendly Nintendo titles in the competitive UK market.

The chart, compiled by Chart-Track and based on physical sales data, also shows Mario Kart 8 Deluxe maintaining a consistent presence in the top five, reinforcing the popularity of Nintendo's software library on the Nintendo Switch. According to the Chart-Track all-formats chart for the week, Yoshi's Crafted World took first place, followed by Tom Clancy's The Division 2 in second and Sekiro: Shadows Die Twice in third.

Other Nintendo Switch exclusives including New Super Mario Bros.

U Deluxe and Super Smash Bros.

Ultimate continued to hold positions within the top twenty, highlighting the ongoing momentum of the platform. A representative for Nintendo commended the game's performance, stating that the immediate success of Yoshi's Crafted World on launch week demonstrates fans' enduring love for the franchise and the accessibility of the Nintendo Switch.

The game's unique handcrafted aesthetic and approachable gameplay have been especially praised in early reviews. Yoshi's Crafted World launched exclusively for Nintendo Switch on March 29, 2019.

Developed by Good-Feel, the same studio behind Yoshi's Woolly World, the game leverages creative level design and visually distinctive, craft-inspired environments.

With the Switch's robust install base and frequent exposure via Nintendo Direct presentations and eShop promotions, Nintendo continues to enjoy strong first-party software sales in both domestic and international markets. The latest UK charts underscore the success of Nintendo’s ongoing strategy to deliver accessible, high-quality games across all ages, and further cements Yoshi's Crafted World as another hit in the Switch library.

For more on sales milestones, platform performance, and developer achievements, visit gaming news platforms and consult the official UKIE Charts.

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