The latest Famitsu charts reveal a familiar name at the top: Nintendo’s recently released Mario vs. Donkey Kong remake for Switch. The nostalgic puzzle platformer sold a whopping 61,930 units in its first week, exceeding the original’s 2004 launch by over 7,000 units. This triumphant debut marks the second-best launch for the franchise in Japan, closely trailing the Nintendo DS title “Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis.”
Beyond the iconic plumber and ape, other new releases made their mark. Falcom’s The Legend of Heroes: Trails through Daybreak debuted at No. 6 on Switch with over 7,000 units sold, while Ubisoft’s Skull and Bones entered at No. 7 on PS5, shifting over 6,000 units.
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The console race saw the Nintendo Switch maintain its dominance with over 48,000 units sold, significantly outpacing the PS5’s 38,000 units.
Here’s a quick summary of the top performers:
- Game: Mario vs. Donkey Kong (Switch)
- Sales: 61,930 (New)
- Console: Nintendo Switch remains the top seller in Japan with 48,391 units sold.
