Super Mario Party Jamboree Reigns Supreme in Japan's Nintendo Sales Charts
Super Mario Party Jamboree dominated the Japanese video game market, securing the top spot on the Nintendo sales charts for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This achievement follows its already impressive critical and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 release, Super Mario Party Jamboree has consistently performed well. Its climb to the number one position in Japan surpasses numerous other significant game releases. The title's appeal lies in its family-friendly multiplayer gameplay, blending classic Mario Party elements with fresh mechanics and new game boards, modes, and characters. The game's expansive roster of iconic characters and innovative multiplayer modes (supporting up to 20 players) have garnered widespread praise. This Japanese success follows its earlier triumph in the US, where it topped the 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. This impressive performance placed it ahead of major titles such as Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Furthermore, Jamboree's weekly sales 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's overall Japanese sales lag behind some established titles, its weekly performance was remarkable. It outsold Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake by a factor of three and Minecraft by a ratio of seven to one. The long-term chart position of Super Mario Party Jamboree remains uncertain, and the potential impact of a future Nintendo Switch successor console on its sales is a point of speculation.
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. The continued strong sales of Super Mario Party Jamboree suggest the series' enduring appeal, and fans eagerly await further updates on its future performance.
