Japan's Top Video Game Rankings: June 2-8, 2025
Discover how Mario Kart World dominates the Switch 2 debut week, solidifying its place as the top game fans are racing to play.
In the week of June 2-8, 2025, the Japanese gaming market witnessed significant activity, particularly with the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. The new console's debut was marked by impressive sales figures, with its flagship title, Mario Kart World, leading the charts.
Top-Selling Games in Japan (June 2-8, 2025)
| Rank | System | Title | Publisher | Release Date | Weekly Sales | Total Sales |
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| 1 | NSw 2 | Mario Kart World | Nintendo | June 5, 2025 | 782,566 | 782,566 |
| 2 | NSw | Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma | Marvelous | June 5, 2025 | 45,703 | 45,703 |
| 3 | NSw | Fantasy Life i: The Girl Who Steals Time | Level 5 | May 22, 2025 | 17,180 | 111,904 |
| 4 | NSw | Natsume Yūjin-Chō Hazuki no Shirushi | Bushiroad | June 5, 2025 | 16,865 | 16,865 |
| 5 | PS5 | Elden Ring Nightreign | FromSoftware | May 30, 2025 | 12,064 | 54,822 |
| 6 | NSw 2 | Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma | Marvelous | June 5, 2025 | 10,877 | 10,877 |
| 7 | NSw 2 | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom | Nintendo | June 5, 2025 | 7,992 | 7,992 |
| 8 | NSw 2 | The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild | Nintendo | June 5, 2025 | 7,529 | 7,529 |
| 9 | NSw 2 | Yakuza 0 Director's Cut | Sega | June 5, 2025 | 7,486 | 7,486 |
| 10 | NSw | Super Mario Party Jamboree | Nintendo | October 17, 2024 | 6,771 | 1,317,174 |
Source: Famitsu
Key Highlights:
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Nintendo Switch 2's Impact: The launch of the Switch 2 was a game-changer, with Mario Kart World topping the sales charts and contributing to the console's rapid adoption.
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Strong Performances: Titles like Rune Factory: Guardians of Azuma and The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom showcased the diverse appeal of the new console.
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Ongoing Popularity: Despite the new releases, established games such as Super Mario Party Jamboree and Elden Ring Nightreign continued to perform well, indicating sustained interest in these titles.
The Japanese gaming landscape is evolving, with the Switch 2 playing a pivotal role in shaping the market's future.