Nintendo Dominates UK Software Sales: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza Lead Switch 2 Charts

Published on: August 26, 2025

Nintendo solidified its prominence in the UK gaming market this week, as two Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive titles clinched the top spots in the latest UK software sales chart for the week ending August 23, 2025.

According to data tracking game sales performance across the region, Mario Kart World maintained its impressive momentum, holding onto the number one position for a consecutive week.

Hot on its heels, Donkey Kong Bananza posted a notable rise, climbing from third to second place and underscoring a strong showing for Nintendo’s latest hardware and software lineup. The Nintendo Switch 2, released earlier in 2025, has revitalized the company’s position in the console market, offering enhanced performance and exclusive games that have resonated with both dedicated fans and new players.

Mario Kart World, developed and published by Nintendo, has proven to be a blockbuster hit, continuing the legacy of the franchise by delivering engaging racing gameplay, new tracks, and robust multiplayer features.

Since launch, the title has garnered critical acclaim and strong sales, further cementing Mario Kart as one of the best-selling series in Nintendo’s history. Donkey Kong Bananza, another Switch 2 exclusive, exemplifies Nintendo’s ability to reinvent classic franchises for modern audiences.

Building on decades of platforming tradition, the game combines fresh level design with familiar mechanics, resulting in a title that appeals to both long-time Donkey Kong fans and newcomers alike.

Its sharp rise in the chart reflects positive consumer reception and robust first-week sales figures. A Nintendo spokesperson, summarizing the company’s momentum, stated that their focus remains on delivering compelling experiences unique to the Nintendo ecosystem on Switch 2.

This strategy has clearly paid dividends, as seen in the dominance of the UK sales charts. Elsewhere in the chart, third place went to EA Sports FC 25, a title from Electronic Arts that made significant strides from its previous ranking.

Major publishers are well represented, with Warner Bros.

Interactive, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Take 2 each securing multiple entries in the top 20.

Long-standing hits such as Hogwarts Legacy, Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition, and Minecraft continue to perform strongly, attesting to the sustained popularity of their respective franchises. Notably, several Nintendo titles besides the top two maintained formidable chart positions, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom.

This breadth of success highlights Nintendo’s diverse portfolio and the enduring appeal of its key intellectual properties. As the Nintendo Switch 2 ecosystem matures, momentum is expected to persist, driven by a slate of anticipated releases and strong support from both first-party and third-party developers.

For now, Nintendo’s strategy of developing exclusive, high-quality software for its latest platform continues to translate into chart-topping performances in one of the world’s most competitive gaming markets.