According to latest data gathered from GfK, EA Sports FC 25 continues to lead the UK retail gaming chart, for the week culminated on November 30, 2024.
Breakdown of platform-specific sales reveals that EA Sports FC 25 generated about half of its retail sales from PlayStation 5 users, a signal of high engagement among Sony’s next-gen console enthusiasts.
In the split of the rest of the sales, Nintendo Switch followed next with a contribution of 20 percent to the game’s total sales, demonstrating its loyal fan base amongst the hand-held gaming community.
Further down the breakdown, PlayStation 4 contributed 15 percent to the EA Sports FC 25’s sales numbers, indicative of the longevity and enduring popularity of this previous generation console.
Meanwhile, Xbox Series X contributed to 14 percent of the total sales numbers, underlining a robust presence of EA Sports FC 25 in Microsoft’s gaming ecosystem.
In the UK’s top 10 retail sales rundown, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 maintained its position in the second spot. The title’s immersive gameplay and captivating narrative has secured it a steady fanbase.
Grabbing the third place on the charts is Hogwarts Legacy. This enchanting game set in the magical world of Harry Potter continues to enthrall its players, leading to robust retail sales.
Occupying the fourth place in the retail hierarchy is Super Mario Party Jamboree. This title remains an enduring favourite among the Mario fan base, thanks to its engaging group gameplay experience.
Moving up the ladder to grab the 5th spot on the chart is Nintendo Switch Sports, a title that seems to have struck a chord with fans of active ‘get-up-and-play’ style video games.
Following close behind, and keeping its hold at 6th place, is Super Mario Bros. Wonder. The game further demonstrates the immense popularity of Nintendo’s beloved ‘plumber brothers’, Mario and Luigi.
In the meantime, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe fell slightly this week, placing it at 7th on the chart. Despite this drop, it remains a highly entertaining and competitive multiplayer racing game for friends and family.
Astro Bot, with its innovative gameplay and immersive VR-infused lore, has hung onto its 8th position on the chart, demonstrating a stabilized demand for these kinds of exploratory games.
Making a leap from the 13th spot to capture the 9th place is Sonic x Shadow Generations. This rise is testament to the unwavering devotion to Sega’s iconic blue hedgehog and his sharp-edged alter ego Shadow.
Rounding out the top ten at the tenth position is Just Dance 2025 Edition, which jumped four positions. The ascent reflects the ‘get-up-and-move’ gameplay’s increasing appeal to those looking for an active gaming experience.
To summarise the top ten retail games in the UK for the week finishing 30th November 2024, the list is as follows: EA Sports FC 25, Call of Duty: Black Ops 6, Hogwarts Legacy, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Nintendo Switch Sports, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Astro Bot, Sonic x Shadow Generations, and Just Dance 2025 Edition. A diverse list that embodies the variety in the gaming preferences of UK’s retail game buyers.