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Famitsu software sales (4/27/26 – 5/10/26) – Top 30Famitsu has released Japanese video game sales data for the weeks of April 27 - May 3 and May 4 - May 10. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia were the top-selling titles on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. The data includes sales figures for a variety of games across multiple platforms.
Japanese Charts: Tomodachi Life Overtakes Pokopia As The Best-Selling 2026 ReleaseTomodachi Life: Living the Dream has become the best-selling physical release of 2026 in Japan, selling nearly 300,000 units during the Golden Week sales period. The Nintendo Switch 2 console also saw strong sales, moving over 214,000 units. Pokémon Pokopia remains a strong seller, securing the second position.
Famitsu sales (4/27/26 – 5/10/26) – big numbers for Nintendo Switch 2Famitsu has released Japanese hardware and software sales data for the period of April 27 to May 10, 2026. The Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales with over 214,000 units, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream was the best-selling software title. The data reflects two weeks of sales due to recent Japanese holidays.
Nintendo announces limited time Switch 2: Choose Your Game BundleNintendo has announced a new limited-time bundle for the Nintendo Switch 2, available in early June for $499.99. The bundle includes a Switch 2 system and a digital download code for one of three select games: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokemon Pokopia. This offer provides a saving of $29.99 and will be available at participating retailers for a limited time.
UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Pokemon Pokopia in the top threeThe UK software sales chart for the week ending May 9, 2026, shows Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pokemon Pokopia holding strong in the top three. EA SPORTS FC 26 remains at the number one spot, with Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Mario Kart World rounding out the top five.
UK Charts: Tomodachi Life Stands Strong As Pragmata Falls Off A CliffEA SPORTS FC 26 has reclaimed the number 1 spot in the UK boxed charts, while Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains strong at number 2. Pragmata and PlayStation 5 exclusive Saros have seen significant drops in their chart positions this week.
Best Nintendo Switch games for kidsThis guide highlights the best Nintendo Switch games suitable for children and new players, focusing on titles with accessible gameplay and family-friendly themes. It features popular games like Yoshi's Crafted World, various Kirby and Super Mario titles, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, and Minecraft, alongside recommendations from Outright Games.
Nintendo Switch And Switch 2 Updated Sales Numbers AnnouncedNintendo has released updated sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, as of March 31, 2026. The Nintendo Switch has sold 155.92 million units, while the Switch 2 has reached 19.86 million units. The report also details sales for top-selling first-party titles on both consoles.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life holds off Smash Bros. againThe latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 9, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot, fending off competition from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Wax Heads made its debut in the download-only top ten.
Siliconera’s 2026 Mother’s Day Game Gift GuideSiliconera's 2026 Mother's Day game gift guide offers suggestions for single-player and multiplayer titles, recommending the Nintendo Switch 2 as a versatile and affordable console. Featured games include Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Hello Kitty Island Adventure with new expansions, the relaxing InKonbini, the deep roguelike Mewgenics, and Monster Hunter Stories 3. The guide also highlights Pokemon Pokopia, Resident Evil Requiem, Bluey the Videogame, and Final Fantasy XIV with its upcoming Evercold expansion.
Nintendo reveals best-selling Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 gamesNintendo has released updated sales figures for its Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the best-selling game, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The list includes sales numbers for numerous popular first-party titles.
Switch 2 worldwide sales top 19.86 million, Switch tops 155.92 millionNintendo has announced updated sales figures for its Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 consoles. As of March 31, 2026, the Nintendo Switch has sold over 155.92 million units worldwide, while the Switch 2 has reached 19.86 million units. The report also details sales for numerous first-party titles across both platforms.
Nintendo financial results – May 2026 – Switch 2 at 19.86 million units, Switch at 155.92 million, moreNintendo's May 2026 financial report reveals strong performance for the Nintendo Switch 2, selling 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, driven by titles like Pokémon Pokopia and Mario Kart World. The original Nintendo Switch also continued to sell, with 3.80 million units moved, bringing its lifetime total to 155.92 million. Overall digital sales increased significantly, contributing to total sales of 2,313.0 billion yen.
Why The Super Mario Galaxy Games Are The Best In The SeriesThis article argues that the Super Mario Galaxy games are the best in the series, surpassing even the highly regarded Super Mario 64. The author praises their innovative gameplay, unique gravity mechanics, orchestral soundtracks, and overall joyful experience, particularly highlighting Super Mario Galaxy 2's improvements. The games are now readily available on the Nintendo Switch.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie comes to digital services on 20th MayThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be available on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV starting May 20th, with a 4K version priced at £20. The film has achieved a global total of $894.2 million at the box office. Additionally, a limited-time offer bundles the Nintendo Switch 2 with Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 games.- UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026 – Tomodachi Life rises top the topTomodachi Life: Living the Dream has claimed the top spot in the UK software sales chart for the week ending May 2, 2026. The chart features a variety of titles from major publishers like Nintendo, Bandai Namco Entertainment, and Electronic Arts, with Cyberpunk 2077: Ultimate Edition and EA Sports FC 26 also appearing in the top rankings.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 2, 2026 – nothing is stopping Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 2, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New download-only titles like Elementallis and Monster Crown: Sin Eater also made appearances in the top 30.
Super Mario Galaxy 2’s new storybook epilogue explainedNintendo released an update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, adding a new epilogue to the storybook. This epilogue features Luma twins Mari and Lu transforming into suns, potentially explaining the brighter skies in the game's levels compared to the original Super Mario Galaxy. The update also includes a symbolic appearance of a younger Rosalina and a butterfly that was present in the first game's ending.- Famitsu software sales (4/20/26 – 4/26/26) – Top 30Famitsu has released its weekly Japanese software sales data for the period of April 20-26, 2026. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream for Nintendo Switch topped the charts with 178,533 units sold. The data includes sales figures for both Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5 titles, with several new entries appearing in the top 30.
Bandit Trap joins this week’s Nintendo eShop roundupThis week's Nintendo eShop update features the physics-based brawler Bandit Trap and the Star Wars-themed Monopoly: Heroes vs. Villains, which is available for pre-order. The Nintendo Music app has added tracks from Mario Tennis Aces and Super Mario Galaxy 2, while Tetris 99 is hosting its 53rd MAXIMUS CUP event with Tomodachi Life themes.