Underplayed Gems

Mario Party 8 (2007)

Mario Party 8 cover
Developer
Hudson Soft
Publisher
Nintendo
Platforms
Wii
Genres
Puzzle, Card & Board Game
Rating
3.6 of 5, 123 player ratings
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A lively Mario Party installment making full use of Wii motion controls for group minigame fun.

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About

Mario Party 8 is the eighth installment of the Mario Party series on a home console and the first Mario Party game for the Wii. Mario Party 8 is notable for its strong use of the Wii Remote and its motion control capabilities in minigames. Players are required to perform various gestures instead of traditional button/joystick controls. Common motions include pointing-and-shooting, shaking, waving, turning, and twisting the Wii Remote. Player-created Miis are featured in this game, wherein they often show up within crowds. Miis can appear in certain minigames and may also serve as the player's character in Extra Mode. By playing regular party games, minigames, and completing the Star Battle Arena mode, players will earn Carnival Cards, which may be spent to unlock figures and game features.

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