In July 2025, Mario Kart World held onto its crown as Japan's top-selling game, marking its second consecutive month in the spotlight. Donkey Kong Bananza burst onto the scene, landing in second place right away. Meanwhile, classics like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Animal Crossing: New Horizons kept their loyal fanbase engaged. Nintendo crushed the competition with nearly 800,000 copies sold, while the Nintendo Switch 2 led hardware sales, despite a typical post-launch dip. This month’s figures show both the strength of long-loved franchises and a bright future for newcomers.
Published on: 8/17/2025
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