Super Mario Party Jamboree achieved remarkable success, claiming the top spot on Japan's Nintendo game sales charts for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This follows its strong launch in October 2024 and continued critical acclaim both domestically and internationally.
The family-friendly multiplayer title surpassed numerous high-profile releases to secure the number one position. Jamboree's innovative gameplay, featuring new game boards, modes, and characters alongside classic mechanics, appeals to both seasoned and new Mario Party players. The game's extensive character roster and inclusion of multiplayer modes supporting up to 20 players have garnered significant praise. This Japanese success follows its earlier triumph in the US market, 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 as of January 5th, 2025, and 117,307 units sold during the specified week, it significantly outperformed competitors. This victory is even more noteworthy considering it outpaced major titles such as 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 still impressive. It outsold Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake by a factor of three and Minecraft by a ratio of seven to one. The future performance of Super Mario Party Jamboree remains to be seen, particularly with the anticipated release of the next-generation Nintendo console.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles finding new life through Nintendo Switch Online and the continued success of newer installments like Jamboree. Fans eagerly await further updates on the game's progress.
LATEST ARTICLES 24
2025-12
Next month, 22 titles will exit the PlayStation Plus game library. Notable departures include Grand Theft Auto 5, Payday 2: Crimewave Edition, and the final accessible versions of first-party classics Resistance: Fall of Man and Resistance 2.PlayStat
Author: HenryReading:1
24
2025-12
Quick NavigationLocating the Lord of Eroded Primal Fire in Genshin ImpactDefeating the Lord of Eroded Primal Fire in Genshin Impact Destroy the Three Pillars Using Nightsoul BlessingEvade Attacks or Position Underneath the DragonCo-Op Mode and Matchm
Author: HenryReading:1
23
2025-12
The Frost Festival makes a grand return in the absolutely packed Version 4.1 update.Penguins arrive with PowNin, your very own AI companion for the battle.A variety of themed events, challenges, and exclusive rewards await players.Winter is arriving
Author: HenryReading:2
23
2025-12
With the arrival of Call of Duty Season 4, Activision has stirred controversy by embedding promotional content directly into the loadout menus of Black Ops 6 and Warzone. The move, which introduced unavoidable advertisements for weapon bundles within the build and weapon selection screens, has drawn
Author: HenryReading:1
