For enthusiasts of gaming trends and sales analytics, we’ve compiled an exciting breakdown of the top-performing video games of 2024, as reported by famitsu magazine. It’s important to note that these figures reflect physical sales only, meaning the actual totals, including digital downloads, are significantly higher. Without further ado,here’s the definitive top 10 list:
- (NSW) Super Mario Party Jamboree – 954,261
- (NSW) Dragon quest III HD-2D Remake – 930,505
- (NSW) Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – 536,019
- (NSW) super Mario Bros.Wonder – 419,854
- (NSW) Momotaru Densetsu World: Chikyuu wa Kibou de Mawatteru! – 411,406
- (NSW) Animal Crossing: New Horizons – 377,781
- (NSW) The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom – 372,903
- (NSW) Minecraft – 368,364
- (PS5) Final Fantasy VII Rebirth – 358,353
- (NSW) Powerful Pro Baseball 2024-25 – 341,908
Remarkably, nine out of the ten best-selling games in 2024 are Nintendo Switch titles. This solidifies Nintendo’s dominance in the Japanese gaming market, a trend that has persisted for nearly two decades. The last time non-Nintendo games dominated the top 10 was in 2004, when PlayStation 2 titles claimed eight spots. Since then,Sony has struggled to reclaim its foothold in its home contry.
While Super Mario Party Jamboree leads the pack in individual sales, Dragon Quest III HD-2D Remake emerges as the overall champion when considering multi-platform releases. It was the sole game in 2024 to surpass one million physical copies sold,a testament to its enduring popularity.
What’s your take on this year’s top 10? Did it align with your expectations, or were there any surprises?
