Super Mario Party Jamboree Passes Incredible Sales Milestone
Since its launch in October 2024, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** has soared to new heights, securing the top spot on Japan's sales charts for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This family-friendly multiplayer party game has captivated audiences both in Japan and internationally, showcasing its enduring appeal and robust sales performance.
As the latest addition to the beloved Mario Party series, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** introduces a variety of new game boards, modes, and playable characters, while retaining the classic gameplay that fans adore. The game has been lauded for its extensive character roster and innovative multiplayer modes, which can accommodate up to 20 players, adding a fresh twist to the traditional party game experience. Following its initial success in topping US sales charts in October 2024, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** continues to set new benchmarks in Japan.
According to data from Japanese gaming news outlet Famitsu, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** has now surpassed one million units sold in Japan, with a total of 1,071,568 units as of January 5, 2025. Impressively, 117,307 units were sold during the recent week, positioning it firmly at the top of Japan's weekly sales charts. This achievement places **Super Mario Party Jamboree** ahead of other major releases like **Mario & Luigi: Brothership** and **The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom**. Notably, the game's weekly sales have even outpaced some of the best-selling Nintendo Switch titles of all time, including **Mario Kart 8 Deluxe**, **Animal Crossing: New Horizons**, and **Super Smash Bros. Ultimate**.
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 lifetime sales in Japan, it impressively sold three times more units than **Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake**, which secured the second place. Furthermore, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** outsold **Minecraft**, the best-selling video game of all time, by a ratio of seven to one during the same period. The game's ability to maintain its top position on Japan's charts in the face of competition remains to be seen, especially with the anticipated announcement of the Switch successor console potentially affecting current Switch titles.
The continued success of **Super Mario Party Jamboree** underscores the enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise. Classic entries such as the original **Mario Party** and **Mario Party 2** have also seen renewed interest through their availability on Nintendo Switch Online. As **Super Mario Party Jamboree** continues its impressive sales trajectory, fans eagerly await news of the game's future milestones.
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