Resident Evil Requiem Dominates UK Software Sales Chart: Strong Showing for Nintendo Switch 2 Version
The eagerly awaited UK software sales chart for the week ending February 28, 2026, is now available, revealing Capcom’s Resident Evil Requiem as the week’s dominant new release.
Continuing the Resident Evil franchise’s tradition of blockbuster launches, Requiem debuts at number one, highlighting Capcom’s sustained momentum in the survival horror genre across multiple hardware platforms. Released across PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2, Resident Evil Requiem’s initial sales breakdown offers an insightful look into current gaming platform trends.
The PS5 commanded the majority of sales, accounting for 54 percent, followed by 36 percent on PC, 6 percent on Xbox, and 4 percent on the Nintendo Switch 2.
While the Switch 2’s share appears modest, industry data indicates that Nintendo’s new hybrid hardware outperformed Mario Tennis Fever on its launch week and achieved numbers comparable to Cyberpunk 2077’s performance in the same timeframe last year. Capcom’s strategy for the Nintendo ecosystem extended beyond the mainline Requiem title, as the publisher also released the Resident Evil Generation Pack for Nintendo Switch 2.
This collection placed third in the chart, underscoring strong demand for Resident Evil titles on Nintendo platforms.
It’s important to note that the Switch 2 version of Requiem was distributed as a game-key card, inherently restricting physical sales data tracked by these charts and potentially underrepresenting the full impact on Nintendo’s eShop digital sales. A Capcom representative noted, in effect, that despite a smaller physical footprint, the Switch 2 launch matched key milestones achieved by major releases from the previous year, demonstrating the ongoing appetite for mature gaming experiences among Nintendo’s growing install base. Tales of Berseria Remastered, published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, also joined the chart this week with a two-platform focus.
The remaster’s launch was led by PS5 sales at 54 percent, followed closely by a robust 38 percent on Nintendo Switch and 8 percent on Xbox, further illustrating the Switch platform’s increasing role in supporting major third-party RPG releases. The full chart for the UK market further reflects a diverse range of enduring favorites, with Mario Kart World and Pokémon Legends: Z-A keeping Nintendo’s first-party presence strong.
Longstanding titles such as Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe reinforce Nintendo’s influence, even as Capcom, Activision Blizzard, and Bandai Namco continue to compete for chart-topping positions. This week’s rankings once again showcase Capcom’s sales prowess and Nintendo’s continued software vitality, bolstered by the recently launched Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
For more statistics and weekly updates on UK software sales, readers can follow dedicated chart reports and upcoming Nintendo Direct showcases, as well as eShop trends poised to define the next phase of gaming industry growth.
Continuing the Resident Evil franchise’s tradition of blockbuster launches, Requiem debuts at number one, highlighting Capcom’s sustained momentum in the survival horror genre across multiple hardware platforms. Released across PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch 2, Resident Evil Requiem’s initial sales breakdown offers an insightful look into current gaming platform trends.
The PS5 commanded the majority of sales, accounting for 54 percent, followed by 36 percent on PC, 6 percent on Xbox, and 4 percent on the Nintendo Switch 2.
While the Switch 2’s share appears modest, industry data indicates that Nintendo’s new hybrid hardware outperformed Mario Tennis Fever on its launch week and achieved numbers comparable to Cyberpunk 2077’s performance in the same timeframe last year. Capcom’s strategy for the Nintendo ecosystem extended beyond the mainline Requiem title, as the publisher also released the Resident Evil Generation Pack for Nintendo Switch 2.
This collection placed third in the chart, underscoring strong demand for Resident Evil titles on Nintendo platforms.
It’s important to note that the Switch 2 version of Requiem was distributed as a game-key card, inherently restricting physical sales data tracked by these charts and potentially underrepresenting the full impact on Nintendo’s eShop digital sales. A Capcom representative noted, in effect, that despite a smaller physical footprint, the Switch 2 launch matched key milestones achieved by major releases from the previous year, demonstrating the ongoing appetite for mature gaming experiences among Nintendo’s growing install base. Tales of Berseria Remastered, published by Bandai Namco Entertainment, also joined the chart this week with a two-platform focus.
The remaster’s launch was led by PS5 sales at 54 percent, followed closely by a robust 38 percent on Nintendo Switch and 8 percent on Xbox, further illustrating the Switch platform’s increasing role in supporting major third-party RPG releases. The full chart for the UK market further reflects a diverse range of enduring favorites, with Mario Kart World and Pokémon Legends: Z-A keeping Nintendo’s first-party presence strong.
Longstanding titles such as Animal Crossing: New Horizons, Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe reinforce Nintendo’s influence, even as Capcom, Activision Blizzard, and Bandai Namco continue to compete for chart-topping positions. This week’s rankings once again showcase Capcom’s sales prowess and Nintendo’s continued software vitality, bolstered by the recently launched Nintendo Switch 2 hardware.
For more statistics and weekly updates on UK software sales, readers can follow dedicated chart reports and upcoming Nintendo Direct showcases, as well as eShop trends poised to define the next phase of gaming industry growth.
