Overview of Nintendo Switch’s Best-Selling Titles
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe retains its position as the top-selling game on Switch, with an impressive sales figure of 67.35 million copies.
- There have been no changes in the rankings of the top 10 best-selling Switch games since prior updates.
- Super Mario Party Jamboree is expected to join this elite list in the future, given its fast sales performance.
Nintendo has recently updated its standings for the top-selling Nintendo Switch games, reflecting the ongoing success of the console. With its unique blend of portable and home gaming, the Switch has soared into the ranks of the highest-selling video game consoles globally, thanks in large part to its extensive library of renowned titles.
The Nintendo Switch boasts an impressive collection of games, including several exclusives that are among the highest-rated in gaming history. Additionally, the Nintendo Switch Online service enhances value by giving subscribers access to a rich catalog of classic Nintendo games. This significant variety has led to robust sales, prompting Nintendo to refresh its best-seller list quarterly.
The latest list reveals that while there have been no changes in the order of rankings, all games have reached new sales milestones. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe stands firmly at the top, accumulating 67.35 million copies sold and holding a considerable lead over competitors. Following close behind is Animal Crossing: New Horizons with 47.44 million copies sold, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate at 35.88 million. Other notable titles include The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, which has reached 32.62 million copies, and Super Mario Odyssey at 29.04 million. The Pokémon series also holds strong, with Sword and Shield at 26.60 million and Scarlet and Violet at 26.38 million. Additional entries include The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom with sales of 21.55 million, Super Mario Party at 21.10 million, and New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe at 18.06 million.
Top 10 Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games
|
Game Title |
Units Sold (as of February 2025) |
Previous Units Sold (as of November 2024) |
|
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe |
67.35 million |
64.27 million |
|
Animal Crossing: New Horizons |
47.44 million |
46.45 million |
|
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate |
35.88 million |
35.14 million |
|
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild |
32.62 million |
32.29 million |
|
Super Mario Odyssey |
29.04 million |
28.50 million |
|
Pokemon Sword and Shield |
26.60 million |
26.44 million |
|
Pokemon Scarlet and Violet |
26.38 million |
25.69 million |
|
The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
21.55 million |
21.04 million |
|
Super Mario Party |
21.10 million |
20.98 million |
|
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe |
18.06 million |
17.77 million |
Looking ahead, it is uncertain whether Nintendo will maintain its updates on the best-selling games list following the anticipated release of the next-generation Switch 2. However, Alex, industry analysts speculate that significant shifts may take place in the upcoming years. For instance, Pokémon Scarlet and Violet are well-positioned to surpass Sword and Shield in sales, despite their predecessors’ higher critical ratings. Moreover, it would not be unexpected to see New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe potentially removed from the list as Super Mario Party Jamboree is making waves as the fastest-selling game within its franchise, poised to join the ranks in the near future.
Additionally, several highly-anticipated titles are on the horizon. Nintendo has recently reaffirmed the release of three standout games slated for 2025: Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokémon Legends: Z-A, and Xenoblade Chronicles X: Definitive Edition. While it may be a challenge for these titles to break into the top 10 rankings this late in the Switch’s lifecycle—especially with rumors suggesting they might later be launched on the Switch 2—it will be fascinating to see how these developments unfold.
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