UK software sales chart for the week ending October 4, 2025 – Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2, Final Fantasy Tactics debut
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The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending October 4, 2025 is now available.
There are more new releases this week, including Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 at #3. Also new is Final Fantasy Tactics: The Ivalice Chronicles, which lands at #5 (55 percent of the game’s sales were on Nintendo Switch, 45 percent for PS5). LEGO Party is also down at #26 with a split of 56 percent for Nintendo Switch, 34 percent for PS5, and 11 percent for Xbox Series.
Here’s the full UK software sales chart for the week ending October 4, 2025:
Famitsu’s most wanted games – October 5, 2025 – Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined appears for the first time
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It’s time for the latest Famitsu’s most wanted games chart outlining what Japanese gamers are looking forward to based on reader votes. This week, Dragon Quest 7 Reimagined makes its first appearance.
Head past the break for the full chart. All votes were cast between September 17 and September 22.
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GameStop issues statement on Shiny Koraidon and Miraidon codes for Pokemon Scarlet and Violet
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We have another update on the Shiny Koraidon and Shiny Miraidon code distribution for Pokemon Scarlet and Pokemon Violet, with GameStop now issuing a statement.
Fans in the United States haven’t been happy with how the distribution has been handled. After the event began at the end of September, codes were quickly taken up – and many by scalpers. As we previously mentioned, the distribution started on the same day as a new set for the Pokemon Trading Card Game.
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Nintendo Switch eShop deals – lowest prices ever for The Oregon Trail, Touhou Luna Nights, more
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A number of new deals are up and running on the North American Nintendo Switch eShop. These include the lowest prices ever for The Oregon Trail, Touhou Luna Nights, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
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Lapin getting Nintendo Switch physical release in Asia with English support, pre-orders open
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When Lapin finally launches on Nintendo Switch, it will be accompanied by a physical release on Nintendo Switch – at least in Asia. English, Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, and Japanese are all supported.
Fans will be able to choose between two versions. Along with a standard copy, H2 Interactive will be selling a limited edition that has a number of goodies: a special box, original soundtrack, and diorama acrylic stand. Remember that Nintendo Switch is region free, so you can import the physical release without any issues.
More: CFK, Lapin, Studio Doodal
Limited Run Games LRG3 2025 showcase happening this month
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The Limited Run Games LRG3 showcase is returning for a 2025 edition, albeit later than usual. Fans can tune in to the upcoming event on October 29.
In the past, LRG3 has typically been held around June. This would celebrate what would have been E3 season. But now the 2025 show is happening months later.
Nintendo pre-order updates – October 5, 2025 – Yakuza Kiwami 1 and 2, more
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Nintendo maintenance schedule – October 5, 2025 – Nintendo Network ID downtime
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Nintendo has released its maintenance schedule for the week of October 5, 2025.
We don’t see this very often these days, but there’s some downtime involving Nintendo Network IDs. That actually means that only Wii U and 3DS will be affected. As of now, nothing official has been announced for Nintendo Switch.
Below is the full Nintendo maintenance schedule for the week of October 5, 2025:
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List of all Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release
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Following the launch of Nintendo Switch 2, we’re putting together a complete list of Nintendo Switch 2 games with a game-key card release.
This is a new approach to physical media, which has seen a mixed reaction. In a way, it’s a hybrid between a true physical release and a download code. Each box comes with a cartridge, but there’s nothing really included. Rather than coming with all content, you’ll need to download the game first. After that you don’t need to connect online, but you need to insert the card each time you play.
Nintendo Switch file sizes – Bye Sweet Carole, Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga, Absolum, more
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Listings on the eShops provide file sizes for a bunch of Nintendo Switch games. These include Bye Sweet Carole, Ys vs. Trails in the Sky: Alternative Saga, Absolum, and more.
Here’s the full roundup:
