Recent UK gaming charts reveal that Pokémon Pokopia has surprisingly fallen to second place, with Resident Evil Requiem taking the top position. Reports indicate that Pokopia faced significant retail shortages, resulting in physical sales figures lower than previous Pokémon releases. Many major retailers are now out of stock, impacting its overall availability.
In contrast, Resident Evil Requiem is primarily being played on PS5, with a notable share on PC. The Switch 2 holds a slight edge over Xbox for this title’s overall share. The Resident Evil Generation Pack has slipped in the rankings, highlighting the franchise’s presence following Requiem’s launch.
Here’s a breakdown of the top games in the charts:
| Last Week | This Week | Game | Platform Split |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | Resident Evil Requiem | PS5 55%, PC 32%, Switch 2 8%, Xbox 5% |
| NEW | 2 | Pokémon Pokopia | |
| 2 | 3 | Mario Kart World | |
| 6 | 4 | Pokémon Legends: Z-A | Switch 2 57%, Switch 43% |
| 24 | 5 | Resident Evil 7: Biohazard Gold Edition | |
| 10 | 6 | Monster Hunter Wilds | |
| 25 | 7 | Resident Evil 3 | |
| 13 | 8 | Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Switch 70%, Switch 2 30% |
| 23 | 9 | Resident Evil 2 | |
| 3 | 10 | Resident Evil Generation Pack |
Key Takeaways
- Pokémon Pokopia faces challenges in meeting retail demand impacting its chart position.
- Physical stock shortages could affect overall sales.
- Resident Evil Requiem has demonstrated strong sales performance.
- Understanding platform shares highlights changing gaming preferences.
- Retail strategies may need to adapt for future game launches.