Super Mario Party Jamboree Passes Incredible Sales Milestone
Super Mario Party Jamboree Reigns Supreme in Japanese 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, continuing its impressive critical and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 launch, this family-friendly multiplayer game has consistently performed well, surpassing numerous major releases to claim the number one position in Japanese Nintendo game sales. Jamboree's innovative approach, featuring new game boards, modes, and characters alongside classic gameplay enhancements, has resonated with both longtime fans and newcomers. The game's expansive roster of iconic characters and the inclusion of new multiplayer modes supporting up to 20 players have garnered significant praise. This follows its earlier success in the US, where it topped the 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, 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. 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 |
While Jamboree's overall Japanese sales lag behind some established titles, its performance is remarkable, 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 position and the potential impact of a future Nintendo Switch successor remain to be seen.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 enjoying renewed interest through Nintendo Switch Online releases. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its successful run, fans eagerly anticipate future updates and milestones.




