What's Happening?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is currently outselling Mario Kart World in the U.S., according to recent sales data from Circana. Mario Kart World has dropped from first to sixth place in the Nintendo Switch software charts, while Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has risen from seventh to fourth. The original Nintendo Switch's larger user base compared to the Nintendo Switch 2 is a contributing factor to these sales figures. Digital sales were not included in the analysis.
Why It's Important?
The sales performance of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe highlights the enduring popularity of the Mario Kart franchise and the impact of console user base size on game sales. The success of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe underscores the importance of established titles in driving console sales and maintaining player engagement. This trend may influence Nintendo's strategy in developing and marketing future games, as well as the company's approach to leveraging its existing game library to boost sales of new hardware.