In March 2025, Nintendo of Europe unveiled the list of the most downloaded games from the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch. Topping the chart, Minecraft proved its enduring popularity. Joining it at the pinnacle of gaming buzz were Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition, the fun-filled Super Mario Party Jamboree, the adorable Hello Kitty Island Adventure, and the ever-captivating Stardew Valley.
Here’s a closer look at the top 15 titles that captured gamers’ attention that month:
1. Minecraft
2. Xenoblade Chronicles X Definitive Edition
3. Super Mario Party Jamboree
4. Hello Kitty Island Adventure
5. Stardew Valley
6. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
7. Nintendo Switch Sports
8. It Takes Two
9. Pokémon Legends: Arceus
10. Among Us
11. Animal Crossing: New Horizons
12. Poppy Playtime: Chapter 1
13. Poppy Playtime: Chapter 2
14. Pokémon Violet
15. Poppy Playtime: Chapter 3
This ranking is drawn from the sales figures on the European Nintendo eShop specifically for the Nintendo Switch. It takes into account all paid game purchases made on the eShop or through the Nintendo website, but excludes those bought during sales periods, with Game Vouchers, or as free downloads. As these statistics highlight, players continue to have a diverse range of interests, from classic block-building adventures to thrilling party games and beyond.
