To be honest, IGN wasn't expecting to get much out of Carnival Games on the Nintendo DS, so their lowered expectations probably helped lift their enjoyment of the product. The product doesn't quite hit the target in a lot of places, but it's pretty clear that the developer put a bit more effort into its game than some other developers put into their own "cash-in casual" titles.
Presentation - 7.5
Graphics - 6.0
Sound - 7.5
Gameplay - 6.5
Lasting Appeal - 5.0
Overall -
Daily Video Game writes: "If you're looking get new games to play on a tight budget for your PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Nintendo Switch right now, the online retailer Amazon is featuring various games on sale under $15 for these gaming platforms for a limited time."
"Video games should be about having fun and that's what Carnival Games is here to provide so convert your cash into a pocketful of tokens and get ready to challenge a few friends to some ridiculous mini-games." - A.J. Maciejewski from Video Chums
James writes - The funfair has come to town and so it’s party time for the whole family in Carnival Games, which has been given a new lease of life on Xbox One. So, prepare to delve into a selection of exciting and re-imagined games primed to entertain the masses!
