Game

Mario Party 8

2007 · Wii · Puzzle · Card & Board Game

65IGDB player score
127 ratings

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That 65 average hides a game its 127 fans would defend to the death. Puzzles first, with party keeping things interesting between the "aha" moments. A full single-player game with a multiplayer side that refuses to die.

About this game

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.