Hello there! Today, let's dive into the latest Japanese game sales charts and see who's made a surprise comeback to the top spot!

It’s always exciting to see how the gaming landscape shifts week by week—and this time, an old favorite has drifted its way back to victory. ๐ŸŽ️✨


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1. Mario Kart's Stunning Comeback

Ever wondered if a game could reclaim the top spot after being dethroned?

Well, Mario Kart World just did that! Despite strong competition from Kirby Air Riders, which led the charts last week, Mario Kart surged back to number one, selling nearly 50,000 physical units in Japan. Meanwhile, Kirby trailed closely with over 46,000 sales. ๐Ÿš—๐Ÿ’จ

1) Everyday Mario Magic

Think about it—how many times have you pulled out Mario Kart for a quick race with friends or family?
That's the magic. It’s simple, fun, and timeless.
Even as new games drop, players keep coming back for those thrilling tracks and chaotic fun.
This longevity is exactly why Mario Kart continues to dominate.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Tip: Keep your Mario Kart updated for Switch 2 for best performance!


2) Kirby’s Air Riders Not Far Behind

Kirby fans, don’t worry—your pink hero made a strong showing too!
Kirby Air Riders sold over 46,000 units this week and has already surpassed 240,000 total.
Not bad for a newer release!
Still, it’s tough competition when going up against a juggernaut like Mario. ๐Ÿ’จ๐Ÿ‘พ

๐Ÿ“Š Check out the stats for yourself:

3) The Rest of the Top 10

Other big names like Pokรฉmon Legends: Z-A and Momotaro Dentetsu 2 filled out the top five.
And yes—Minecraft and Animal Crossing are still hanging in there, proving that evergreen games keep gamers hooked year after year.
Ever find yourself going back to one of these classics? That’s the power of great game design.

๐Ÿ“ Tip: Looking for long-play games? Start with ones still charting after years!


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2. Hardware Wars: Switch 2 Reigns Supreme

Which console is Japan loving right now? Spoiler alert—it’s still Nintendo.

The Switch 2 dominated hardware sales with nearly 98,000 units sold in just one week.
That’s more than 5x the sales of any PlayStation model.
Even the Switch OLED and Lite continue to show strong numbers.

๐ŸŽฎ It’s a great time to be a Nintendo fan!

1) PS5 vs Switch

When combining all models, the PS5 slightly beat the standard Switch versions this week—by just a few hundred units.
Still, the Switch family remains dominant overall.
If you’re thinking of upgrading, the data speaks for itself. ๐Ÿ”ฅ

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2) Buying Advice

Thinking about jumping into the Switch ecosystem?
Here’s what to consider:

  • ✅ Switch 2: Best performance, newest games

  • ๐Ÿ”„ Switch OLED: Gorgeous screen for handheld mode

  • ๐Ÿ’ก Switch Lite: Affordable and ultra-portable

⚠️ Tip: For families or new players, the OLED model might be the best balance of price and performance.


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Conclusion

So, we’ve seen Mario Kart World reclaim the crown in Japan’s game charts, proving once again that classics never go out of style.
Kirby gave a valiant fight, and the overall Nintendo ecosystem is thriving with strong hardware and software performance.

๐ŸŽฏ To recap:

  • Mario Kart is back on top! ๐Ÿ

  • Kirby's still a fan favorite ๐Ÿ’–

  • Switch 2 dominates the console race ๐Ÿ•น️

Now’s a great time to revisit some classics or try something new.
Which game are YOU playing this week?





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