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Deltarune Surpasses Mario Kart World in Digital Sales on Nintendo Switch 2

2025-07-24 13:20:53

The Nintendo Switch 2's first full month of digital sales data has been unveiled, revealing an unexpected triumph for the indie RPG Deltarune. Developed by Toby Fox, the creator of Undertale, Deltarune surpassed Mario Kart World in digital revenue, securing the top spot on the eShop charts for June 2025. This success was fueled by the simultaneous release of Chapters 3 and 4 alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 launch, driving significant early purchases.

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Newzoo's analysis highlights Deltarune as the highest-grossing digital title on the Nintendo Switch 2, followed by Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour and Mario Kart World. While physical sales still favor Nintendo's flagship racing game, Deltarune's digital dominance underscores the growing influence of indie games on major platforms.

Top 5 Digital Games on Nintendo Switch 2 (June 2025)

  1. Deltarune
  2. Nintendo Switch 2 Welcome Tour
  3. Mario Kart World
  4. Minecraft
  5. No Man's Sky

Third-party titles like Cyberpunk 2077 and No Man's Sky also performed well, benefiting from exclusive Switch 2 features. Despite Nintendo's historical struggles with third-party sales, these results suggest a shifting landscape where indie and AAA non-first-party games can thrive.

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Toby Fox's strategic release timing and innovative use of the Switch 2's capabilities, such as its unique mouse-mode feature, have set a precedent for indie success on Nintendo's latest console. With no physical edition available, Deltarune's digital sales milestone is particularly noteworthy, proving that compelling storytelling and creative gameplay can compete with industry giants.