The holiday season is in full swing, and the latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of December 20, 2025, show that fans are gravitating toward both the latest hits and timeless classics.
Pokémon Reclaims the Crown
After briefly being overtaken by the pre-order surge for Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, Pokémon Legends: Z-A has returned to the #1 spot. The latest entry in the Legends sub-series continues to dominate digital sales, driven by positive word-of-mouth regarding its massive 'Lumiose City' expansion and deep customization features.
Holiday Sale Impact
With no major new releases this week, the middle of the chart is heavily influenced by the ongoing 'Nintendo Holiday Sale'. Evergreen titles like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Animal Crossing: New Horizons are seeing a predictable surge, while indies like Balatro and Stardew Valley have climbed back into the top 10 due to steep discounts.
Top 10 Digital Best-Sellers:
- Pokémon Legends: Z-A
- Metroid Prime 8: Beyond (Pre-order)
- Mario Kart World
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
- The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom
- Balatro
- Stardew Valley
- Minecraft