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 title in Japan for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, solidifying its critical and commercial triumph both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 launch, Jamboree has consistently performed well, culminating in its recent chart-topping success. This family-friendly multiplayer game surpassed numerous major releases to claim the number one position in Japanese Nintendo game sales.
The latest installment in the beloved Mario Party franchise, Jamboree introduces fresh game boards, modes, and playable characters while retaining the classic gameplay. New mechanics cater to both seasoned and new players, enhancing the overall experience. The game has received widespread acclaim for its extensive roster of iconic characters and innovative multiplayer modes supporting up to 20 players. Following its October 2024 US sales chart dominance, Jamboree continues its upward trajectory in Japan.
Famitsu, a prominent Japanese gaming news outlet, reported Jamboree's leading position. With over one million units sold (1,071,568 total), and 117,307 units sold during the specified week, it outperformed significant releases such as Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Its weekly sales even surpassed those of some of the best-selling Nintendo Switch games of all time, 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 other major titles in overall lifetime Japanese sales, its sales were three times higher than Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake, the second-place title. It even outsold Minecraft, the best-selling video game of all time, by a ratio of seven to one. Whether Jamboree can maintain its top position remains to be seen, particularly with the anticipated announcement of the Switch's successor.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 enjoying renewed success through Nintendo Switch Online ports. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its strong sales performance, fans eagerly anticipate future milestones.
