Super Mario Party Jamboree Reigns Supreme in Japan's Nintendo Sales Charts
Super Mario Party Jamboree secured the top spot as the best-selling Nintendo game in Japan for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, continuing its impressive run of critical and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 launch, this family-friendly multiplayer title has consistently performed well, outpacing numerous major releases to claim the number one position. Jamboree's appeal lies in its blend of classic Mario Party gameplay with fresh mechanics, new game boards, modes, and a diverse roster of playable characters, catering to both longtime fans and newcomers. The game's support for up to 20 players in various multiplayer modes has also been widely praised. This Japanese chart-topping success follows its earlier triumph in the US sales charts in October 2024.
Famitsu, a prominent Japanese gaming news source, reported Jamboree's impressive sales figures. With a total of 1,071,568 units sold in Japan by January 5th, 2025, and 117,307 units sold during the specified week alone, it significantly surpassed competitors like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Remarkably, its weekly sales even outperformed several all-time best-selling Nintendo Switch titles, including Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.
Top 10 Nintendo Games in Japan (December 30, 2024 - January 5, 2025)
| Game Title | Units Sold (Dec 30 - Jan 5) | Total Units Sold (as of Jan 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Super Mario Party Jamboree | 117,307 | 1,071,568 |
| Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake | 32,402 | 962,907 |
| Mario Kart 8 Deluxe | 29,937 | 6,197,554 |
| Minecraft | 16,895 | 3,779,481 |
| Animal Crossing: New Horizons | 15,777 | 8,038,212 |
| Super Smash Bros. Ultimate | 15,055 | 5,699,074 |
| Mario & Luigi: Brothership | 14,855 | 179,915 |
| Nintendo Switch Sports | 13,813 | 1,528,599 |
| The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom | 12,490 | 385,393 |
| Pokemon Scarlet / Pokemon Violet | 12,289 | 5,503,315 |
Despite trailing behind some established titles in overall lifetime sales, Jamboree's performance is noteworthy. Its sales volume was three times that of Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, the second-place title, and seven times that of Minecraft. The future performance of Jamboree and the potential impact of a new Switch console remain to be seen.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 experiencing renewed interest through Nintendo Switch Online releases. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its successful trajectory, fans eagerly await further updates and milestones.
