Spider-Man Claims First Place in Chart Showdown
The latest UK gaming charts have emerged, and it’s a dynamic week at the forefront of the leaderboard with new releases, such as Spider-Man 2, dominating the scene, as expected.
The much-anticipated battle between iconic gaming heroes has unfolded, with the web-slinging sensation, Marvel’s Spider-Man 2, swinging into the lead. Spidey’s heroic exploits have propelled the game to the number one spot, captivating players with its open-world adventures. However, it’s important to note that Super Mario Bros. Wonder put up a valiant fight, securing the second position. According to GameIndustry.biz’s Chris Dring, Mario’s latest escapade has clinched the title of the third-largest launch for a Mario platformer in chart history, a remarkable achievement.
Last week’s major release, Sonic Superstars, has also made a powerful debut, racing into the fourth spot, showcasing the enduring popularity of the blue hedgehog. Meanwhile, EA Sports FC 24 has managed to retain its strong position despite the fierce competition, holding onto the bronze medal position.
Beyond these marquee titles, the rest of the chart sees relatively familiar standings. Nintendo Switch Sports has made a notable return to the top ten, having briefly dipped into the twenties. On the other hand, Lords of the Fallen, which entered the charts strongly last week, has experienced a substantial drop, falling from fourth place to the eighteenth.
As we delve into the full UK top 40 with Spider-Man 2 on top, it’s evident that the gaming landscape is constantly evolving, with familiar faces and fresh contenders vying for their place in the limelight. The clash of gaming icons and the impressive debut of new titles continue to make the UK gaming charts a source of excitement for gamers and enthusiasts alike:
Last Week
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This Week
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Game
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– | 1 | Marvel’s Spider-Man 2 |
– | 2 | Super Mario Bors. Wonder |
1 | 3 | EA Sports FC 24 |
– | 4 | Sonic Superstars |
2 | 5 | Assassin’s Creed Mirage |
7 | 6 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe |
6 | 7 | Red Dead Redemption |
9 | 8 | Hogwarts Legacy |
10 | 9 | Minecraft |
26 | 10 | Nintendo Switch Sports |
3 | 11 | Star Wars Jedi: Survivor |
16 | 12 | Grand Theft Auto V |
– | 13 | The Witcher III: Wild Hunt GOTY Edition |
13 | 14 | Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II |
15 | 15 | The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom |
– | 16 | Mortal Kombat 11 Ultimate |
25 | 17 | Animal Crossing: New Horizons |
4 | 18 | Lords of the Fallen |
30 | 19 | Street Fighter 6 |
8 | 20 | The Grinch: Christmas Adventures |
18 | 21 | Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle |
27 | 22 | It Takes Two |
28 | 23 | The Witcher III: Wild Hunt Complete Edition |
17 | 24 | Fortnite Transformers Pack |
19 | 25 | Resident Evil 4 |
22 | 26 | Detective Pikachu Returns |
29 | 27 | Cyberpunk 2077 |
24 | 28 | LEGO Harry Potter Collection |
31 | 29 | The Crew Motorfest |
21 | 30 | Mortal Kombat 1 |
11 | 31 | F1 23 |
– | 32 | Hot Wheels Unleashed 2: Turbocharged |
– | 33 | Mortal Kombat 11 |
34 | 34 | Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy |
37 | 35 | New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe |
– | 36 | Mario Party Superstars |
39 | 37 | Pokémon Violet |
33 | 38 | Dead Space |
– | 39 | 30 in 1 Game Collection Vol. 1 |
– | 40 | Super Mario Odyssey |