Mario Kart World Returns to Top Spot in UK Software Sales Chart for August 2025

In a record-breaking week for Nintendo titles, Mario Kart World has reclaimed the top position in the UK software sales chart for the week ending August 16, 2025.

This latest data, published by industry sources, spotlights the enduring appeal of Nintendo's flagship racing franchise and the continued strength of the Nintendo Switch platform in a competitive market. Released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart World made a notable leap from second to first place, overtaking last week's chart-leader, Mafia: The Old Country by Take 2 Interactive.

The persistent popularity of Mario Kart World underscores its widespread appeal and Nintendo's ability to deliver bestselling content across multiple generations of hardware. Donkey Kong Bananza, another standout Nintendo title, climbed from #4 last week to settle at #3, demonstrating a growing fan base and strong performance among Switch exclusives.

The robust showing for Nintendo franchises was further reinforced by the continued presence of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (#10), Super Mario Party Jamboree (#14), and evergreen favorites like Animal Crossing: New Horizons (#18) and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom (#25). A representative for Nintendo, speaking on background earlier this year, described the success of Mario Kart World as "a testament to how engaging experiences and innovative gameplay can create enduring sales momentum on Switch." These consistent performances illustrate the ongoing relevance of first-party Switch games well into the platform’s lifecycle. The top five positions in the chart also included major third-party franchises such as Warner Bros.

Interactive’s Hogwarts Legacy (#4) and Bandai Namco Entertainment’s Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition (#5), highlighting the diverse tastes of UK gamers and the broad competition Nintendo faces in the retail software market. Other notable entries this week included Madden NFL 26 from Electronic Arts at #16, a strong showing for Minecraft on Switch at #9, and steady appearances from globally recognized series such as Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and Grand Theft Auto V. With consistent sales across its franchises, Nintendo remains a dominant force in chart rankings, reflecting sustained consumer interest driven by both new releases and back-catalog titles on the Nintendo eShop.

The ongoing performance of games like Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza cements the publisher’s leading role in the gaming industry and sets expectations for continued success on the Nintendo Switch platform. For ongoing updates on UK software sales and the latest in global game chart rankings, stay tuned to our comprehensive market coverage.

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