So... How about a Golden Saucer?

[HokSeven]

I never really understood why they are not implementing this??? I can program mini games, I'm sure they can do much better. A nice place for mini games is always good, but many mini games scattered around the world even better. But think, a Golden Saucer with a fee to enter (good Gil sink)

Everyone and their dog want a card game, yet, they don't even think about it.... just think, an in game card game, where you walk to a guy and issue a challenge ; ;

A Golden Saucer problem is, it'll put all the games in one area... that's a no-no for an MMO. (although like Verecund said, maybe ppl will go to Gridania then :P)

Leonesaurus idea above me is full of win, only one minor fix (maybe you did mention it?) make the carnival mobile.... meaning every few days in a new area