Top 5 Most Played Nintendo Games in 2025
By jagansai
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.
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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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