Summary
- Super Mario Party Jamboree was the best-selling Nintendo title in Japan during the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025.
- The title has continued to find critical and commercial success both in Japan and abroad.
Since its launch in October 2024, Super Mario Party Jamboree has been a standout hit, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success. This family-friendly multiplayer party game soared to the top of the Japanese sales charts as the new year began in 2025, surpassing several major releases.
Super Mario Party Jamboree, the latest addition to the cherished Mario Party series, offers new game boards, modes, and playable characters, while maintaining the classic gameplay with innovative mechanics. This mix appeals to both newcomers and long-time fans. The game has been widely praised for its expansive lineup of iconic characters and the introduction of new multiplayer modes that can accommodate up to 20 players. After topping the US sales charts in October 2024, Super Mario Party Jamboree continues to set new benchmarks in Japan.
According to data from the Japanese gaming news outlet Famitsu, Super Mario Party Jamboree is currently the top-selling Nintendo title on Japan's sales charts. The game has surpassed one million sales with a total of 1,071,568 units sold, and during the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, it sold 117,307 units. This performance placed it ahead of major releases like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom. Impressively, its weekly sales also outstripped 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, marking a significant milestone for this popular party game.
Top 10 Nintendo Games on Japanese Sales Charts (January 2025)
| Game Title | Units Sold in Japan (Dec 30, 2024 - Jan 5, 2025) | Total Units Sold in Japan (as of Jan 5, 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Super Mario Party Jamboree trails behind other major titles in total lifetime sales in Japan, it outsold Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake by a factor of three, which came in second place. It also significantly outperformed Minecraft, the best-selling video game of all time, with a sales ratio of seven to one. The question remains whether Super Mario Party Jamboree can maintain its number one position on Japan's charts, especially with the anticipated announcement of the Switch successor console potentially affecting existing Switch titles.
The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classics like the original Mario Party and Mario Party 2 gaining renewed interest through ports to Nintendo Switch Online, alongside the success of the latest entry. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its strong sales performance, fans should keep an eye out for any announcements regarding the game's future milestones.
