Super Mario Party Jamboree Dominates Japanese Sales Charts
Super Mario Party Jamboree achieved remarkable success in Japan, securing the top spot on the Nintendo sales charts for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This follows its strong critical and commercial reception both domestically and internationally since its October 2024 launch.
The family-friendly multiplayer game outperformed numerous major releases, claiming the number one position. Jamboree's success is attributed to its fresh take on classic gameplay, introducing new game boards, modes, and playable characters. Its extensive roster of iconic characters and innovative multiplayer modes (supporting up to 20 players) have garnered significant praise. This Japanese triumph follows its earlier success in the US, where it topped the sales charts in October 2024.
Famitsu, a leading Japanese gaming news source, reported Jamboree's impressive sales figures. With a total of 1,071,568 units sold in Japan, and 117,307 units sold during the specified week, it significantly surpassed competitors like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Its weekly sales even exceeded 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 (Week) | Total Units Sold (Japan) |
|---|---|---|
| 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... | 12,490 | 385,393 |
| Pokemon Scarlet / Pokemon Violet | 12,289 | 5,503,315 |
Despite trailing some major titles in overall lifetime sales, Jamboree's 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 longevity of Jamboree's top ranking and the potential impact of a future Switch console announcement remain to be seen.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles finding renewed success through Nintendo Switch Online ports. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its strong sales trajectory, fans eagerly await further updates and milestones.
