Super Mario Party Jamboree Dominates Japanese Sales Charts

Super Mario Party Jamboree achieved remarkable success in Japan, claiming the top spot on the Nintendo sales charts for the week of December 30, 2024, to January 5, 2025. This follows its strong critical and commercial reception both domestically and internationally since its October 2024 launch.

The family-friendly multiplayer game surpassed numerous major releases to secure the number one position. Jamboree's innovative approach, featuring new game boards, modes, and characters alongside classic gameplay refinements, captivated both newcomers and seasoned fans. Its extensive character roster and inclusion of up to 20-player multiplayer modes have garnered widespread praise. This Japanese success follows its earlier triumph in the US sales charts in October 2024.

Famitsu, a leading Japanese gaming news source, reported Jamboree's impressive sales figures: 117,307 units sold during the specified week, bringing its total Japanese sales to 1,071,568 units. This performance outshone other significant releases like Mario & Luigi: Brothership and The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom, and even surpassed the weekly sales of Nintendo Switch stalwarts such as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Animal Crossing: New Horizons, and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate.

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Although Jamboree's overall Japanese sales lag behind some established titles, its weekly performance was exceptionally strong, exceeding Dragon Quest 3 HD-2D Remake threefold and Minecraft by a factor of seven. The game's continued success and its position amidst the anticipation of a potential Nintendo Switch successor will be interesting to observe.

The enduring popularity of the Mario Party franchise is evident, with classic titles finding new life on Nintendo Switch Online and the latest installment continuing to thrive. Fans eagerly await further updates on Super Mario Party Jamboree's ongoing achievements.