Unlike the intense nature of the Olympics, the events of the World Games-which are generally not part of the Olympic Games-are sports which are much more "everyday" and can be enjoyed by a broader range of ages. They emphasize variety, recreation, and team spirit, and encourage us to experience the enjoyment of sport.
和「奧運」咬緊牙關狠命拚搏不同的是，世運會的項目恰恰都是不被奧運納入，但卻非常平易近人、老少咸宜的，尤其強調運動的多元性、休閒性、團隊性，以及一般人對運動的享受感。