Nintendo Dominates UK Software Sales Chart Amid New Releases – August 2025 Update

Nintendo’s enduring dominance of the UK software sales chart was once again on display for the week ending August 30, 2025.

Despite a flurry of major new releases, Nintendo’s flagship titles established a strong presence across multiple listings, demonstrating both lasting franchises and the impactful arrival of new hardware in the form of the Nintendo Switch 2. Leading Nintendo’s charge, 'Mario Kart World' maintained remarkable momentum, securing the number two spot, down just one position from last week.

Close behind was 'Donkey Kong Bananza,' which ranked at number six, reflecting the continued popularity of Nintendo’s iconic series with UK players. A standout performer in this week’s chart was 'Kirby and the Forgotten Land,' which entered at number seven.

Notably, the game’s newly released edition for Nintendo Switch 2 accounted for a significant 85 percent of its total sales this week.

This impressive figure underscores the enthusiasm surrounding the Switch 2 platform and Nintendo’s strategic focus on supporting legacy titles with updated hardware versions, a move that continues to pay dividends in the sales charts. The latest installment of 'Story of Seasons,' titled 'Grand Bazaar' and developed by Marvelous, debuted at number nine.

Sales data showed that 59 percent of 'Story of Seasons: Grand Bazaar' purchases were for the Nintendo Switch 2, while 41 percent were attributed to the original Nintendo Switch.

This split highlights the rapid adoption of the new platform and sustained demand for cross-generational titles. Outside of Nintendo’s portfolio, industry mainstays also featured heavily in the rankings.

Konami’s 'Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater' premiered at number one, with new competition from Microsoft’s 'Gears of War: Reloaded' at number three, and Warner Bros.

Interactive’s 'Hogwarts Legacy' maintaining its presence in the upper echelon.

Sega’s 'Shinobi: Art of Vengeance,' however, faced tougher competition, debuting at 21st place.

Platform breakdown showed 75 percent of its sales on PlayStation 5, 24 percent on Nintendo Switch, and 1 percent on PC—a reflection of its broader console appeal but slower Switch uptake. Nintendo’s continued strength on the UK software sales chart reflects the brand’s enduring popularity, the successful launch of the Nintendo Switch 2, and effective support for both new and legacy titles via the eShop and retail channels.

As 2025’s summer release season peaks, the performance of key franchises like 'Mario Kart,' 'Donkey Kong,' and 'Kirby' further cements Nintendo’s position at the heart of the UK gaming market. Industry analysts point to robust first-party support, timely hardware innovation, and a well-managed digital storefront as factors that have enabled Nintendo to weather intense competition from other publishers and platforms.

The coming weeks will reveal how these strategies play out as more cross-generational titles and system exclusives make their way to retail and the eShop.

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