Super Mario Bros. Wonder Holds Strong as Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora Sneaks Back into Top 10
In a post-Christmas surge, EA Sports FC 24 has emerged victorious once again, claiming the number one spot in the latest UK boxed charts. Despite a brief delay this week, the football-focused title continues to dominate the rankings. Following closely in its wake is Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a game that has maintained impressive sales since its October release, securing a solid second place.
The festive gaming landscape reveals a familiar picture, especially within the top ten, with several titles maintaining their positions from the previous week. Notably, Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora makes a return, securing the eighth spot, while the perennially popular Grand Theft Auto V performs well, clinching the tenth position.
Here’s a detailed look at the top 40 games in the UK boxed charts for the week:
- EA Sports FC 24 (1): The football giant continues to dominate, securing the top position for another week.
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder (3): Maintaining strong sales, the iconic plumber adventures on, holding firm in second place.
- Hogwarts Legacy (2): The magical journey slips a spot but remains in the top three.
- Call of Duty: Modern Warfare III (4): The Call of Duty franchise holds steady in the fourth spot.
- Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 (5): The web-slinging superhero maintains a solid presence in the top five.
- Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (6): The ever-popular racing title secures a consistent spot.
- Nintendo Switch Sports (7): The sports compilation for Nintendo Switch remains a favorite.
- Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora (12): Making a comeback, the game secures the eighth position.
- Minecraft (10): The sandbox phenomenon maintains a strong showing in the top ten.
- Grand Theft Auto V (17): The perennial favorite makes another appearance, rounding up the top ten.
The charts also feature notable titles such as Assassin’s Creed Mirage, Just Dance 2024 Edition, and the enduring appeal of games like Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate. As the gaming community transitions into the new year, the charts reflect the ongoing popularity of diverse titles across genres.