UK Software Sales Chart: Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake and Tales of Xillia Remastered Debut Strongly on Nintendo Switch and PS5

The UK software sales chart for the week ending November 1, 2025, has been released, highlighting notable new entries and impressive performances from several major titles across top platforms, especially the Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5.

This week’s chart provides a snapshot of consumer preferences in one of Europe’s leading gaming markets. Among the biggest debuts is Square Enix’s Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake, which entered the chart at position #6.

The game’s platform distribution highlights the enduring popularity of the Nintendo Switch, which accounted for 44 percent of sales.

The PlayStation 5 version closely followed with 33 percent, while Switch 2—the next-gen iteration—captured 21 percent, and Xbox iterations comprised a modest 3 percent.

This performance underscores the franchise’s global appeal and Square Enix’s continued success in the RPG genre. Bandai Namco Entertainment’s Tales of Xillia Remastered also made its first chart appearance at #22, marking a significant return for the beloved franchise.

The PlayStation 5 proved to be the platform of choice for this title, making up 69 percent of sales, while the Nintendo Switch contributed the remaining 31 percent.

The numbers reveal strong cross-platform interest and highlight the sustained demand for classic Japanese RPGs in the UK market. Nintendo titles continue to demonstrate impressive sales momentum.

Pokémon Legends: Z-A clinched the #2 position, following EA SPORTS FC 26 from Electronic Arts in the top spot.

Other Nintendo exclusives such as Mario Kart World (#3), Donkey Kong Bananza (#7), and the dual release of Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 (#9) remain steadfast on the chart.

Legacy games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Mario Bros.

Wonder persist as steady favorites, reaffirming Nintendo’s robust hold in both hardware and software sectors. Third-party releases also fared well, with titles like Hogwarts Legacy from Warner Bros.

Interactive and Assassin's Creed Shadows from Ubisoft continuing their strong sales runs.

Meanwhile, titles such as Battlefield 6, Ghost of Yotei, and Mortal Kombat 1 reflect the multi-platform diversity of the UK market. The latest UK games chart not only signals the growing appetite for remakes and enhanced editions but also the Nintendo Switch’s sustained dominance as a platform of choice for a broad swath of gamers.

The recurring presence of classic franchises showcased by Square Enix’s and Bandai Namco’s latest entries demonstrates that nostalgia and quality remastering continue to drive sales performance. For ongoing updates on sales milestones, new releases, and overall platform performance, industry followers can track further UK software sales reports and curated chart data each week.

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