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Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 24, 2026 – Super Smash Bros. Ultimate on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 24, 2026, show Super Smash Bros. Ultimate reclaiming the number one spot. Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse drops to second, while Final Fantasy Resonance debuts with two editions in the top ten.
UK software sales chart for the week ending October 17, 2026 – Castlevania, Toy Story make the top 5
The UK software sales chart for the week ending October 17, 2026, shows EA SPORTS FC 27 retaining the top spot. New releases include Castlevania: Belmont's Curse at #3 and Toy Story: Retro Roundup + Toy Story 3 Complete Edition at #4, with other titles like Tales of Eternia Remastered and Bluey's Happy Snaps also charting.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 17, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 17, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse debuting at number one, with its Midnight Edition also charting high. Just Dance: Decades of Hits also saw a strong launch, entering the charts at number seven. Final Fantasy Resonance also made its first appearance on the charts due to pre-loads.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 10, 2026 – Castlevania: Belmont’s Curse approaches
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 10, 2026, show Castlevania: Belmont's Curse making a strong debut with two entries in the top five. Minecraft has reclaimed the top spot, while Minecraft Dungeons 2 has fallen to tenth place. Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix also entered the top ten.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – October 3, 2026 – Minecraft Dungeons 2 sweeps
The latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of October 3, 2026, show Minecraft Dungeons 2 dominating the top spots. EA Sports FC 27 also made a strong debut in the top ten, while Kingdom Hearts HD 1.5 + 2.5 Remix is charting ahead of its release.
UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026 – Fire Emblem: Fortune’s Weave hangs on to the top 10
The UK software sales chart for the week ending September 26, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 27 debuting at number one. Fire Emblem: Fortune's Weave remains in the top ten, holding the eighth position.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 26, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy now on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 26, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 taking the top spot. Metroid Dread dropped to fourth place, while Minecraft Dungeons is poised for a strong debut. The list includes a wide range of popular titles across both full game and download-only categories.
Nintendo reveals Japan’s best-selling Switch 2 and Switch digital games for August 2026
Nintendo has released the top-selling digital games for August 2026 on the Japanese Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch eShops. Village in the Shade topped the charts for the Switch 2, while Rhythm Heaven Fever led on the original Switch. The lists feature a mix of new releases and enduring popular titles.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 19, 2026 – Metroid Dread rises to the top thanks to Metroid Ravenous
Metroid Dread has climbed to the top of the Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 19, 2026, following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous. The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom also saw a significant boost, reaching second place due to the Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale.
Weekend Console Download Deals for Sept. 18: Nintendo Customer Appreciation Sale
Nintendo is holding a significant Customer Appreciation Sale on its first-party Switch titles, with discounts on popular games like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Additionally, sales are available for PlayStation and Xbox platforms, featuring a wide array of third-party titles across various genres.
The confusing discrepancies of Nintendo Switch 2 Editions
This article analyzes the inconsistent naming conventions and pricing for Nintendo Switch 2 Editions and game updates. It highlights discrepancies where some games receive free performance enhancements without being labeled as a 'Switch 2 Edition,' while others are paid upgrades with minimal new content, leading to confusion for consumers.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 12, 2026 – Metroid Dread makes a comeback
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 12, 2026, show a resurgence for Metroid Dread following the announcement of Metroid Ravenous. Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream remains the top seller, while the new release Dragon Quest Heroes: Torneko’s Mystery Dungeon – Classic HD also charted.
Famitsu software sales (8/31/26 – 9/6/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of August 31 to September 6, 2026. Onimusha: Way of the Sword for PlayStation 5 led the charts, followed by Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch. The data includes sales figures for both new releases and cumulative totals for established titles.
Nintendo of America thanks fans for dealing with tariff-related price hikes by encouraging them to spend more money in a new sale
Nintendo of America announced a "Customer Appreciation Sale", framing it as a promotion made possible by tariff-related refunds. This announcement comes amidst a class action lawsuit where customers claim Nintendo did not pass on these refunds. The company's justification for price increases and the subsequent sale has drawn criticism online, with many questioning the framing of the promotion.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – September 5, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on a crazy run
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of September 5, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream continuing its strong performance with nearly eight million copies sold. The game remains at the top of the overall charts, followed by other popular titles like Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 29, 2026 – Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2 debuts
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 29, 2026, show "Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream" retaining the top spot. "Metal Gear Solid: Master Collection Vol. 2" debuted at #21 overall and #7 on the download-only chart. Other top titles include "Super Smash Bros. Ultimate," "Minecraft," and "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe."
Famitsu software sales (8/17/26 – 8/23/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released its Japanese software sales data for the week of August 17, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove for Nintendo Switch topped the charts, followed by Splatoon Raiders and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream on Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch respectively. The data includes sales figures for various titles across Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch 2, and PlayStation 5.
UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026 – Pokemon Pokopia, Tomodachi Life, and Mario Kart in the top 5
The UK software sales chart for the week ending August 22, 2026, shows EA Sports FC 26 reclaiming the top spot. Nintendo titles remain strong, with Pokemon Pokopia and Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream at #2 and #3, and Mario Kart World at #5. Mortal Shell II entered the top 5 at #4.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – August 22, 2026 – Tomodachi Life, Smash Bros., and Minecraft
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of August 22, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate and Minecraft follow in second and third place, respectively, with other popular titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Pokemon FireRed also appearing on the charts.
Famitsu software sales (8/3/26 – 8/16/26) – Top 30
Famitsu has released the Japanese software sales data for the weeks of August 3-9 and August 10-16, 2026. Rhythm Heaven Groove and Splatoon Raiders topped the charts for both weeks on Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 respectively. Several new titles debuted, including Beast of Reincarnation and Marvel Tokon: Fighting Souls on PlayStation 5, and The Elder Scrolls 4: Oblivion Remastered on Nintendo Switch 2.
