《體感嘉年華》（Carnival Games）是由Cat Daddy Games開發並於2007年在Wii平台推出的體感派對遊戲，也是Wii時代早期最具代表性的休閒娛樂遊戲之一。顧名思義，以「嘉年華遊樂園」為主題，集合多種小型遊戲，模擬美式傳統嘉年華會上的各式攤位活動，透過Wii Remote的體感操作，享受如同親臨遊樂園現場的互動體驗。不講求劇情發展，而是以豐富的迷你遊戲內容與輕鬆詼諧的風格，打造適合全年齡、家庭與朋友共玩的聚會型遊戲。

共有超過25種迷你遊戲，涵蓋射擊、擲環、打地鼠、棒球投擲、投籃機、摩天輪等各種常見的嘉年華遊戲類型。每個遊戲攤位都以卡通化的美式風格設計，搭配色彩鮮明的背景與誇張的表情動畫，營造出熱鬧歡樂的節慶氛圍。可以自創角色，參與這些攤位挑戰，獲得虛擬代幣，兌換裝飾品或解鎖更多服裝與道具，增添角色的趣味性與個人風格。

操作方面，充分發揮Wii主機的體感優勢。需依據不同遊戲以不同姿勢揮動Wii Remote，例如模擬棒球投擲、射擊射箭、精準地控制角度與力度等。由於沒有複雜的操作指令，即便是遊戲經驗較少的長輩或兒童也能快速上手，因此成為當時Wii家庭市場最暢銷的休閒遊戲之一。也支援最多四人本地同樂，不論是輪流挑戰記分制，還是比拼反應與準確度，都能激起現場歡樂的競爭氣氛。

在市場評價方面，獲得褒貶不一的反應。許多玩家與家長認為其玩法直觀、氛圍輕鬆，是Wii初期最佳的「家庭聚會遊戲」選擇之一。尤其在北美市場表現亮眼，銷量突破百萬套，是Wii平台最成功的第三方作品之一。不少媒體肯定它在「普及體感遊戲、吸引非核心玩家」方面所做的貢獻，並稱它是「將Wii遊戲推向客廳的先驅」。

然而，從核心玩家與專業媒體的角度來看，該作也受到一定批評。部分評論指出迷你遊戲雖然多樣，但操作準確度與遊戲平衡性不盡理想，部分遊戲過於依賴運氣而非技巧，導致重玩價值不高。此外，由於缺乏劇情推進與挑戰深度，也讓喜歡長時間遊玩的玩家感到內容略顯單薄。

儘管如此，依然在Wii遊戲歷史中佔有重要地位。它象徵著一個時代—當遊戲開始不再只是「電玩迷」的專利，而能成為跨世代、跨性別、跨背景的娛樂媒介。多年後，仍以系列續作的形式出現在Switch等平台，證明其派對遊戲的魅力與受歡迎程度並未隨時間褪色。這款遊戲雖然簡單，卻用最直覺的方式傳遞遊戲的初衷──讓人「一起玩，一起笑」。

Carnival Games, developed by Cat Daddy Games Play and released in 2007 for the Nintendo Wii, is one of the most iconic casual party games of the early Wii era. As its name suggests, the game is themed around a traditional American carnival, bringing together a variety of mini-games that replicate classic fairground attractions. Through the use of the Wii Remote’s motion controls, players experience the fun as if they were physically present at a lively amusement park. Rather than focusing on narrative development, the game emphasizes a collection of engaging mini-games and a lighthearted, humorous tone, making it a perfect gathering game for all ages, families, and groups of friends.

The game features over 25 mini-games, covering a wide range of carnival-style challenges such as shooting galleries, ring toss, whack-a-mole, baseball pitching, basketball hoops, and even a virtual Ferris wheel. Each game booth is designed with a cartoonish, American-style aesthetic, combined with bright, colorful backgrounds and exaggerated character animations, all of which contribute to the festive and vibrant atmosphere. Players can create and customize their own avatars, compete in various challenges to earn virtual tokens, and redeem them for decorative items, costumes, and accessories to further personalize their characters.

In terms of gameplay, Carnival Games makes full use of the Wii's motion-sensing capabilities. Depending on the activity, players must swing the Wii Remote in different ways—mimicking baseball throws, archery shots, or carefully aiming and adjusting force and angles. Thanks to its simple, intuitive controls, even older adults or children with little gaming experience can jump in and enjoy the game without a steep learning curve. This accessibility contributed greatly to its status as one of the best-selling casual games for the Wii's family-friendly market. The game also supports local multiplayer for up to four players, encouraging social competition, whether through score-based challenges or fast-paced reaction-based games, creating a fun and festive atmosphere at any gathering.

Reception of Carnival Games was mixed. Many players and parents praised its intuitive gameplay and relaxed, enjoyable environment, considering it one of the best party games available on the Wii in its early years. It performed particularly well in North America, with sales exceeding one million units, making it one of the Wii’s most successful third-party titles. Several media outlets commended its role in popularizing motion-based games and drawing in non-core gamers, even calling it a "pioneer in bringing the Wii into living rooms."

However, from the perspective of hardcore gamers and professional reviewers, the game also faced criticism. Some pointed out that while the variety of mini-games was appreciated, the accuracy and balance of gameplay were not always ideal. Certain activities felt more reliant on luck than skill, which diminished the game’s long-term replay value. Additionally, the lack of a storyline or deeper progression made it less appealing to players seeking more sustained and challenging experiences.

Nevertheless, Carnival Games holds an important place in Wii’s gaming history. It represents a time when gaming began to move beyond the traditional "gamer" demographic and became a medium of entertainment that transcended age, gender, and background. Years later, the game’s enduring popularity led to sequels and re-releases on newer platforms like the Nintendo Switch, proving that its party-friendly appeal and charm have stood the test of time. Simple though it may be, this game delivers one of the purest gaming messages in the most intuitive way possible—“Play together. Laugh together.”