Since its launch in October 2024, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** has soared to remarkable heights, achieving both critical acclaim and commercial success. The game has not only topped the sales charts in the US but has also secured the number one spot in Japan for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This family-friendly multiplayer party game has outshone numerous major releases, demonstrating its widespread appeal and robust sales performance.
**Super Mario Party Jamboree** introduces new game boards, innovative modes, and an array of playable characters, all while preserving the classic gameplay that fans adore. The game's extensive roster of iconic characters and new multiplayer modes supporting up to 20 players have been particularly praised. This combination of fresh and familiar elements has resonated well with both new and seasoned players.
According to data from the Japanese gaming news outlet Famitsu, **Super Mario Party Jamboree** has surpassed one million sales in Japan, reaching a total of 1,071,568 units sold as of January 5, 2025. Impressively, 117,307 units were sold during the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025, placing it at the top of the weekly sales charts. This achievement is notable as it outpaces major titles like **Mario & Luigi: Brothership** and **The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom**, as well as 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**.
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, its recent performance is noteworthy. It sold three times as many units as **Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake**, which secured the second spot, and even outpaced **Minecraft**, the best-selling video game of all time, by a sales ratio of seven to one. The game's ability to maintain its top position on Japan's charts remains uncertain, especially with the anticipated announcement of the Switch successor console, which could impact 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. As **Super Mario Party Jamboree** continues to achieve steady sales, fans eagerly await any updates on the game's future milestones.
