Famitsu software sales (7/21/25 – 7/27/25) – Top 30
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This week’s expanded Japanese software sales are as follows:
1. [NS2] Mario Kart World – 76,224 / 1,571,833
2. [NS2] Donkey Kong Bananza – 53,951 / 181,856
3. [NS2] Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV – 18,169 / NEW
4. [PS5] Wuchang: Fallen Feathers – 14,490 / NEW
5. [NSW] Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 10,123 / 6,391,569
6. [NSW] Utakata no Uchronia: Trail – 9,105 / NEW
7. [NSW] Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 8,919 / 8,181,899
8. [NSW] Minecraft – 8,101 / 3,947,375
9. [NSW] Tamagotchi Plaza – 6,744 / 156,023
10. [NSW] Super Mario Party Jamboree – 5,879 / 1,355,544
EA comments on lack of Battlefield 6 Nintendo Switch 2 version
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A big Nintendo Direct was held today, but EA made a splash of its own with a blowout of Battlefield 6 – yet it won’t be on Switch 2. The company has now commented on that decision.
Eurogamer was able to speak with EA executive vice president Vince Zampella about the game. As part of that, Zempella said that the company “doesn’t currently” have plans to bring the title over and that Battlefield Studios is currently focused on PC, PlayStation and Xbox.
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Video: Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac graphics comparison – original vs. remake
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A new graphics comparison video has come in for the newly-revealed Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac.
Bandai Namco is cooking up a remake of the 3D platformer that first launched over two decades ago. The updated graphics serve as the biggest appeal here, as we see various differences with character models, lighting, and more. Pac-Man World 2 follows the remake of the original Pac-Man World Re-Pac that we saw on Nintendo Switch in 2022.
Here’s the full Pac-Man World 2 Re-Pac graphics comparison video:
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake reveals release date, Nintendo Switch 2 version, collector’s edition [update: new trailer]
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May 27: Square Enix today announced the release date for Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake as well as a version for Nintendo Switch 2. On the upcoming console as well as on Switch 1, it’s launching on October 30, 2025.
Dragon Quest 1 & 2 HD-2D Remake follows Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, which launched at the end of last year.
Below are the latest details about the upcoming release:
Madden NFL 26 coming to Nintendo Switch 2 [update: Switch 2 trailer]
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Madden NFL 26 is heading to Nintendo Switch, EA revealed today. The game launches on August 14, 2025.
Plans for the football franchise on the new console were announced during a Nintendo Direct earlier in the month. However, EA didn’t specify if we’d be getting this year’s main entry or something else entirely.
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EA Sports FC 26 announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch [update: Switch 2trailer]
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July 16: EA Sports officially introduced FC 26 today – and for the first time, it’s appearing on Nintendo Switch 2.
The game will be showing up on both of Nintendo’s current systems. Fans will be able to pick it up on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch starting September 26, 2025. Jude Bellingham and Jamal Musiala are the cover athletes.
Here’s what’s been shared thus far:
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Hono Gurashi no Niwa announced for Nintendo Switch 2, Switch – from team behind Yomawari
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One game included in today’s Japanese Nintendo Direct which wasn’t present elsewhere was Hono Gurashi no Niwa, which is planned for both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch. A release is planned for July 30, 2026 in Japan.
Hono Gurashi no Niwa is a rural life simulation game. Yu Mizokami, who previously acted as a game designer on Yomawari, is leading this one.
Here’s an overview with more details:
Borderlands 4 reveals Nintendo Switch 2 release date [update: trailer]
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July 22: Just a short while ago, 2K and Gearbox shared the release date for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2. The game launches on October 3, 2025.
The wait for Borderlands 4 on Nintendo Switch 2 won’t be terribly long compared to other platforms. The initial launch is happening on September 12, so it’s about a month extra.
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NBA 2K26 details Gen 9 improvements that will be available on Nintendo Switch 2
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2K today offered details about gameplay enhancements coming to NBA 2K26 on Gen 9 systems, including Nintendo Switch 2.
A big element the publisher is touting is the Motion Engine, which is said to be “the biggest change to player movement since NBA 2K21.” 2K is also promising “more authenticity, personalization and renewed focus on skill-based gameplay with enhanced Rhythm Shooting, new advanced controls on Offense, and much more.” Other features planned include an evolution for ProPlay (tech that translates actual NBA footage into gameplay and realistic animations), enhanced Rhythm Shooting, new advanced controls on Offense, and more.
Here’s the full rundown:
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Famitsu sales (7/21/25 – 7/27/25) – first week sales revealed for Super Mario Party Jamboree – Nintendo Switch 2 Edition
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