| tastyshovelware said: I'm definitely in favor of casual games and expanding the gaming market. However, whereas games like the original rayman: raving rabbids and wii fit (from what I hear) give people their moneys worth, efforts like carnival games seem, while not bad per say, certainly arent worth $40-50. |
I understand your feeling, but I must disagree. You shouldn't see it as a traditional videogame.
My favourite games are Zelda, Fire Emblem, Resident Evil, etc. so "gamers games". I consider those worth my money.
Carnival Games, RRR, Mario Party etc. are not. BUT: With those games and 10 friends around (male AND female, gamers AND people who never touched a controller) you can have a wonderfull evening. Everyone loves it and is enjoying themselves. What is $40,- on a good night? Usually you would spend more on drinks alone. Amusement parks a lot more expensive, so is going to the cinema with 5 persons. Carnival Games fits perfectly in that list.
These games should be seen more from this point of view. Of course I haven't even mentioned the value these games can have on families. Mom+Dad+Kids enjoying!
