Top 5 Most Played Nintendo Games in 2025

 Top 5 Most Played Nintendo Games in 2025

By jagansid

Hey there, fellow gamer! Ready to dive into the best of what Nintendo had to offer in 2025? No gimmicks — just you, me, and a list of the most addictive titles that lit up our screens and our hearts. I’m Jagansai, and this isn’t just a ranking — it’s a shared experience N hours we’ve joyfully lost in these virtual worlds.

 

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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You know this one. That first race. That one friend who always throws a Blue Shell at the worst time. With 68.2 million+ copies sold, it’s a titan.

Even in 2025, it's flying off shelves in Japan, pulling in 10.7K+ units/week. Whether you're racing strangers online or trash-talking your sibling on the couch, Mario Kart is the game that keeps on giving.

Why we love it: It's chaos, it's competition, and it's always fun.

 

Animal Crossing: New Horizons

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This one’s for those who just want to vibe. With 47.8 million+ units sold, ACNH is still helping folks chill, design dream islands, and dodge Nook's debts.

If you’ve ever rearranged your in-game furniture for an hour straight, you’re not alone. Japan still sees 5K+ sales weekly — proof that peace never goes out of style.

Why we love it: It’s cozy, it’s creative, and it feels like home.

 

Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

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Ah yes, the arena of chaos and glory. With 36.4 million copies sold, Smash is still the gold standard for brawling brilliance. Whether you’re a button-masher or a frame-perfect god, this game gets you.

Ranked by LumiRank 2025, with top players like Glutonny and ZeRo still making waves, it’s never been a better time to throw hands.

Why we love it: It’s personal. It’s passionate. And sometimes… it’s petty.

 

The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild

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Still majestic. Still breathtaking. Still relevant.

BotW’s sold somewhere between 32.8 to 34.5 million copies — and each one opens up a masterpiece. If you’ve ever stood atop a mountain in-game just to enjoy the view, welcome to the club.

Why we love it: It redefined adventure and reminded us how much we love to explore.

 

Super Mario Odyssey

 

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29.3 million players couldn’t be wrong. Cappy became an icon, and Mario’s platforming magic hit new heights. Whether you spent 12 hours or 60, it left a lasting impact.

With buttery-smooth mechanics and worlds bursting with color, this one still holds up as a classic.

Why we love it: Pure, unfiltered joy — and some of the best hat physics in gaming.

 

Bonus Watch: Mario Kart World (Switch 2)

Launched June 5, 2025, this was the shake-up we didn’t know we needed.

With 24-player mayhem, a Battle Royale twist, dynamic weather, and a whopping 79% attach rate in the US — it’s already being crowned as the future of the franchise.

Why we love it: It’s chaos reimagined — and it feels damn good.

 

Summary Table

Game	Total Copies Sold (2025)
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe	68.2M+
Animal Crossing: New Horizons	47.8M+
Super Smash Bros. Ultimate	36.4M
Zelda: Breath of the Wild	32.8M–34.5M
Super Mario Odyssey	29.3M

 

So that’s the rundown, my friend. Whether you’re a veteran Nintendo fanatic or someone just hopping on the Switch train, these titles prove that magic still lives in cartridges and downloads.

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