By Sagar V. Mankar 
Nintendo has officially revealed the Top 30 most downloaded games on the Nintendo Switch from eShop in Japan for 2024.
Spotlight on the Top 5 Games
For the second consecutive year, Suika Game by Aladdin X has secured the top spot. Its simple yet addictive gameplay, which combines puzzle-solving with fruit-merging mechanics, continues to captivate players across Japan. The game’s low price and endless replayability have solidified its dominance on the charts.
In second place is Exit 8, a new entry by Kotake Create/Playism released in April 2024. It is a walking simulator video game that revolves around the player walking through a Japanese metro station passageway, trying to spot inaccuracies to reach the exit of the station.
One of the most interesting stories this year is Overcooked! 2 by Team17, which jumped from 8th place in 2023 to 3rd place in 2024. This sudden surge can be attributed to multiple factors, including a promotional discount campaign, an increase in online multiplayer activity, and continued word-of-mouth popularity. Its chaotic, fun-filled co-op gameplay remains a hit among friends and families.
In fourth place is DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake by Square Enix. Despite being a recent release in November 2024, it quickly climbed the rankings due to its nostalgic appeal and modernized visuals.
Rounding out the Top 5 is Monster Hunter Rise by Capcom, a title first launched in 2021. The game’s consistent updates, collaborative events, and loyal fanbase have kept it relevant in a highly competitive market.
Full List of the Top 30 Games
- Suika Game (Aladdin X)
- Exit 8 (PLAYISM)
- Overcooked! 2 (Team17)
- DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake (Square Enix)
- Monster Hunter Rise (Capcom)
- Nickelodeon All-Star Brawl Ultimate Edition (3goo)
- The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom (Nintendo)
- Super Mario Party Jamboree (Nintendo)
- Minecraft (Microsoft Japan)
- Overcooked! Special Edition (Team17)
- Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney Trilogy (Capcom)
- Animal Crossing: New Horizons (Nintendo)
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Nintendo)
- POWER PROS 2024-2025 (Konami)
- Splatoon 3 (Nintendo)
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder (Nintendo)
- Human: Fall Flat (Teyon Japan)
- Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (Nintendo)
- Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (Nintendo)
- Nintendo Switch Sports (Nintendo)
- Super Smash Bros. Ultimate (Nintendo)
- Among Us (Innersloth)
- Shiren the Wanderer: The Mystery Dungeon of Serpentcoil Island (Spike-Chunsoft)
- Hogwarts Legacy (WB Games)
- Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate (Capcom)
- Unicorn Overlord (Atlus)
- Momotaro Dentetsu World: Chikyuu wa Kibou de Mawatteru! (Konami)
- Dave the Diver (Nexon)
- DRAGON QUEST XI S: Echoes of an Elusive Age – Definitive Edition (Square-Enix)
- The Battle Cats Unite! (Ponos)
Key Highlights from the Rankings
- The rankings demonstrate a blend of fresh titles and long-standing favorites.
- The rise of Overcooked! 2 highlights the enduring appeal of cooperative multiplayer games. Overcooked! Special Edition also made it to the Top 10.
- Long-standing titles like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remain favorites despite being years old.
- Newly launched titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom and DRAGON QUEST III HD-2D Remake made strong debuts.
This year’s eShop download rankings not only reflect players’ preferences but also emphasize the power of engaging gameplay and strong storytelling. With both new releases and evergreen titles shining on the charts, the Nintendo Switch continues to solidify its place as a beloved console in Japan.
For the complete list of the Top 30 games, refer to Nintendo’s official announcement.
Sources: Nintendo eShop Data 2024