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 30th, 2024, to January 5th, 2025, continuing its impressive run of critical and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 launch, this family-friendly multiplayer party game has consistently performed well, surpassing numerous major releases to claim the number one position. Jamboree's success is attributed to its blend of classic Mario Party gameplay with innovative mechanics, new game boards, modes, and an expanded roster of beloved characters, appealing to both seasoned players and newcomers. The game's support for up to 20 players in various multiplayer modes has also been widely praised. This follows its earlier triumph in topping US sales charts in October 2024.
Famitsu, a prominent Japanese gaming news outlet, 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 aforementioned week alone, it significantly outperformed competitors like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Remarkably, its weekly sales even surpassed those of established Nintendo Switch giants such as 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 |
While Jamboree's overall Japanese sales lag behind some established titles, its weekly performance was exceptionally strong, outselling Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake by a factor of three and Minecraft by a ratio of seven to one. The game's continued success and its future performance in light of the anticipated Nintendo Switch successor remain to be seen.
The enduring appeal of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 experiencing renewed popularity through Nintendo Switch Online releases. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its impressive sales trajectory, fans eagerly await further updates and milestones.
