Super Mario Party Jamboree secured the top spot as the best-selling Nintendo title in Japan for the week of December 30th, 2024, to January 5th, 2025, continuing its impressive run of critical and commercial success both domestically and internationally.
Since its October 2024 launch, the family-friendly multiplayer game has consistently performed well, surpassing numerous major releases to claim the number one position. Jamboree's success stems from its blend of classic Mario Party gameplay with fresh mechanics, new game boards, modes, and a diverse roster of playable characters, appealing to both longtime fans and newcomers alike. The game's extensive character lineup and innovative multiplayer modes, supporting up to 20 players, have also garnered significant praise. This Japanese success follows its earlier triumph in the US sales charts in October 2024.
Famitsu, a prominent Japanese gaming news source, reported Jamboree's impressive sales figures: 117,307 units sold during the specified week, pushing its total Japanese sales to 1,071,568 units. This remarkable performance outstripped other major releases such as Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, even surpassing the weekly sales of several all-time best-selling Nintendo Switch titles, 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's overall Japanese sales lag behind some established titles, its weekly sales were three times higher than Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake's and seven times greater than Minecraft's. The game's continued success will be closely watched, particularly in light of 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 releases. As Super Mario Party Jamboree continues its strong sales performance, fans eagerly await further updates and milestones.
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