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 during the week of December 30th, 2024, to January 5th, 2025, continuing its impressive 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 stems from its blend of classic Mario Party gameplay with innovative mechanics, new game boards, modes, and a vast roster of iconic characters, appealing to both seasoned and new players. The game's support for up to 20 players in various multiplayer modes has also been highly praised. This 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 outperformed competitors like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Remarkably, its weekly sales even surpassed those of several all-time best-selling Nintendo Switch games, 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 |
Although Jamboree lags behind some established titles in overall lifetime sales, its performance is noteworthy, 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 ability to maintain its top position amidst the anticipation of a new Nintendo Switch console, will be closely watched.
The enduring appeal of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 enjoying renewed popularity through Nintendo Switch Online, alongside the current success of Super Mario Party Jamboree. Fans eagerly await further updates and milestones for this hit party game.
