Japan Rankings
Japan’s gaming market had another exciting month in May 2025, filled with major new releases, nostalgic remasters, and evergreens that continue to chart year after year. Below is a breakdown of the top 10 best-selling physical games in Japan for May, featuring both English and Japanese titles for each entry—perfect for import fans, collectors, and curious gamers alike.
ファンタジーライフi： グルグルの竜と時をぬすむ少女
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: May 22, 2025
Monthly Sales: 82,968 copies
Level-5 returns with a brand-new Fantasy Life that blends life simulation and RPG adventure. A strong debut puts it at the top of the chart.
マインクラフト
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: June 21, 2018
Monthly Sales: 28,338 copies
Total Sales in Japan: 3.89 million+
Still going strong after nearly 7 years on the Switch, Minecraft continues to be a favorite among Japanese gamers of all ages.
スーパーマリオパーティ ジャンボリー
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: October 17, 2024
Monthly Sales: 27,681 copies
Mario Party stays in the top ranks thanks to fun, family-friendly gameplay and a fresh batch of minigames.
機動戦士ガンダムSEED バトルデスティニー リマスター
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: May 22, 2025
Monthly Sales: 26,130 copies
The classic Gundam title returns with enhanced visuals, drawing both longtime fans and new players.
ときめきメモリアル Forever with You Emotional
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: May 8, 2025
Monthly Sales: 25,791 copies
Konami revives its legendary dating sim with modern polish. A nostalgic hit for fans of 90s Japanese gaming.
カプコン ファイティング コレクション2
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: May 16, 2025
Monthly Sales: 7,801 copies
A compilation of classic Capcom fighting games that still packs a punch—especially for retro arcade fans.
カプコン ファイティング コレクション2
Platform: PlayStation 4
Release Date: May 16, 2025
Monthly Sales: 4,184 copies
The PS4 version also made it into the top 10, reflecting continued interest in retro fighters on multiple platforms.
ニンテンドースイッチ スポーツ
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: April 29, 2022
Monthly Sales: 4,522 copies
Total Sales in Japan: 1.59 million+
A casual mainstay that continues to sell well, especially among families and casual gamers.
イース メモワール：セルセタの樹海
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Release Date: May 21, 2025
Monthly Sales: 5,596 copies
Falcom’s action RPG gets a polished re-release on Switch, appealing to fans of fast-paced combat and exploration.
ファンタジーライフ i：時をぬすむ少女
Platform: PlayStation 5
Release Date: May 22, 2025
Monthly Sales: 10,730 copies
The PS5 version of Fantasy Life i also enters the chart, showing solid cross-platform interest for the title.
May 2025 brought a healthy mix of new titles and remastered classics. From life sims and RPGs to dating sims and fighting game compilations, Japan’s gaming scene remains diverse and vibrant. Whether you're a longtime fan of Japanese games or new to the scene, there's always something worth discovering.
Stay tuned for next month’s sales rankings!
