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The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Nintendo

Genre: Action Adventure
Number of Players: 1
Release Date: October 1, 2007

Not the first-ever dual-screen Zelda game (that honor goes to the foldable Game & Watch Zelda system), nor the first action adventure in the series to use two screens (Four Swords used the Game Boy Advance to GameCube link cable to pull this trick), The Legend of Zelda DS is the franchise's first outing on the Nintendo DS handheld.

The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass is designed in the style of The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker. The game features similar cel-shaded stylings for its 3D engine, with traditional top-down gameplay (using a hovering and semi-mobile camera in a locked perspective) and a map along the bottom screen.

Mario Party DS

Published by: Nintendo

Genre: Party
Release Date: November 19, 2007

Join Mario and his friends anywhere you take your Nintendo DS with Mario Party DS!

Metroid Prime: Hunters

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: NST

Genre: Shooter

Number of Players: 1

Based on the stunning 3D revision of the Metroid series by Retro Studios, Hunters features first-person action controlled largely with the DS stylus. The game also features multiplayer gameplay. Experience the ferocious first-person action of the Metroid Prime universe on the Nintendo DS. Hone your skills against a slew of enemies in single-player training modes like Regulator, Survival and Morph Ball, then put them to the test when you compete in Death Match arenas with your friends over a wireless connection. Multiple control schemes take full advantage of the touch screen, giving all gamers an ideal way to play. The top screen displays the main game action in 3D, while the bottom screen doubles as a map and as a control "mouse pad" for the stylus.

Sonic Rush

Published by: SEGA

Developed by: Dimps / Sonic Team

Genre: Action

Number of Players: 1

The Sonic the Hedgehog experience has always been a platform design that more focused on running blazingly fast through the environments. Sonic Rush adds a "boost" element where players can now counterattack enemies waiting in off-screen blindspots. This boosting element is limited, and players will have to build up the power in order to use it, but when it's in stock it becomes incredibly handy and almost necessary to utilize. The new design also introduces a very "extreme games" style move system where players can pull off special moves to score additional points and to boost power. These moves can be pulled off with button and D-pad combinations while leaping in the air as well as grinding on some rails. And, of course, there's the dual screen aspect. The development team use the two screens as one display to give more of a viewable area.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Nintendo

Genre: Action

Number of Players: 1

Mario must take on his old nemesis Donky Kong! Who will win? In the original Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Mario was trying to find all the Mini Marios ... but this time, it’s up to them to save the day. Players use the stylus and the touch screen to guide Mini Marios through mind-boggling, obstacle-filled levels.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong 2 allows players to create their own maps with a new level editor. Once a map is created, players can send it across the world via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Players also can use Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection to download maps created by others, check out a player-ranking system and access special bonuses.

WarioWare Touched!

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Nintendo R&D1

Genre: Party

Number of Players: 1

The Nintendo DS version of the Wario Ware series features more than 180 all-new, factory-fresh microgames. Wario Ware, Inc. DS has all of the frantic five-second microgame action of the previous games, but with a touching new twist: you can play every microgame with the Nintendo DS touch screen. Many games will even utilize the system's built-in microphone. Players have to slice fruit as they fly across the screen, trap a duck as it walks under a cage, pluck a large facial hair by its root, spin a toilet paper roll until it's bare, hit a row of cats as they leap out, and many more. The game uses the two DS screens to present a double-high version of the familiar "squigglevision" elevator used in the Game Boy Advance and GameCube versions of Wario Ware, and when the door opens, it reveals the mini-game on the lower screen.

Contra 4

Published by: Konami

Developed by: WayForward Technologies

Genre: Action
Number of Players: 1-4
Release Date: Fall 2007

Two years after saving earth from invasion by Red Falcon, Bill Rizer and Lance Bean are confronted with a new extraterrestrial menace: the terrifying Black Viper. Joined by hard-boiled mercenaries Mad Dog and Scorpion, the warriors must once again wage war against an entire army of invaders.

Refining the 2D side-scrolling genre, Contra 4 delivers pure action at a fever pitch as players jump, shoot, and dodge oncoming hazards. Utilizing a new dual screen presentation, the action spans both screens of the Nintendo DS, giving players the opportunity to battle across expansive environments in which death can come from any direction. The use of both screens for the game’s core action also allows for massive boss battles as players try to seek and destroy the weak points of sky-high enemies. A first for the series, Contra 4 introduces a grappling hook accessory that lets players grab onto elements of the environment directly above them. Whether using it to avoid oncoming dangers or attack from a strategic vantage point, the grappling hook allows for new combat situations and dramatic set pieces that underscore the game’s adrenaline-soaked pedigree. The game also continues the multiplayer tradition of previous games in the series, by letting two players battle together against Black Viper’s army of vile alien forces and reclaim Earth for mankind.

Ultimate Mortal Kombat

Published by: Midway Games

Developed by: Other Ocean Interactive

Genre: Fighting
Number of Players: 1-2
Release Date: October 1, 2007

Ultimate Mortal Kombat combines the visceral thrills of the classic Ultimate Mortal Kombat 3 and the addictive puzzle action of Puzzle Kombat (a component of Midway's best-selling Mortal Kombat: Deception) in a single DS-friendly package. With new record-keeping capability, and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection multiplayer, players will be able take UMK anywhere for fighting action on the go.

Meteos

Published by: Bandai

Developed by: Q Entertainment

Genre: Puzzle

Number of Players: 1-4

A planet called Meteos has started to explode. Fragments of the planet become and endless stream of meteors, putting your planet in peril. There's only one means of saving the planet. Send the falling meteors back into space with the power of the Nintendo DS -- use the touch pen to move blocks around the play field, as lining up three or more of the same color blocks either horizontally or vertically will group the blocks together into a clump and go flying back into space to help stop the onslaught of debris. Meteos is produced by Tetsuya Mizuguchi of Space Channel 5 fame, and is designed by Masahiro Sakurai of Nintendo's HAL Laboratories.

Worms: Open Warfare 2

Published by: THQ

Developed by: Team17 Software

Genre: Strategy

Number of Players: 1-4 (including Hot-Seat mode)

Following in the footsteps (or wriggle-tracks?) of its legendary predecessors, Worms: Open Warfare 2 brings back the classic 2D gameplay with all sorts of extra features, and squeezes it all onto your favorite handhelds.

The first point of note is the enhanced online multiplayer mode for both systems, meaning not just local multiplayer games, but fully international deathmatches, stats and leaderboards. Also to be had here are a whole host of new customisation options -- you can create your own custom landscapes as well as design team flags, modified hats, tombstones, victory dances and more... On top of the classic deathmatch, there are also new single and multiplayer modes in the form of Rope Race, Forts, Puzzle and Campaign modes. There's even a new Firing Range to try your hand at the 11 new weapons: such as the Bunker Buster, Buffalo of Lies, Super Sheep, Concrete Donkey and Holy Hand Grenades!

DK Jungle Climber

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Paon Corporation

Genre: Action
Number of Players: 1-4
Get back into the swing of things as Donkey Kong goes vertical. King K Rool is up to no good again, and it’s up to Donkey Kong to swing into action. Using the same simple control scheme that made the DK: King of Swing Game Boy Advance SP game so accessible and fun to play, players of all skill levels can swing and climb to new heights made possible by the dual screens of Nintendo DS.Not only does Adventure mode feature Diddy Kong as a sub-character, but players can look forward to new moves, new items and a bunch of mini-games sure to make them go bananas. Not only that, but fun tutorials that ease new players into the game also can be accessed as mini-game challenges. Pick from Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Dixie Kong or Funky Kong, and let the monkey business begin.

Sonic Rush Adventure

Published by: SEGA

Developed by: SEGA

Genre: Action
Sonic Rush Adventure is a new high seas adventure where Sonic clashes with ruthless pirates. Players set off from Windmill Village as Sonic and blast their way through seven action-packed and widely diverse levels. Sonic Rush Adventure makes full use of the DS Download Play feature and Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, which enables gamers to compete with friends in wireless racing and mission-based battles.

Guide Sonic through numerous action stages in the fast and furious single player mode, whilst collecting valuable items and materials that enable Sonic and Tails to track down the villainous pirates. With a fleet of up to five ships, including a submarine, water bike and hovercraft, Sonic Rush Adventure uses the Touch Screen technology in exciting new ways. Use the Nintendo DS Stylus to help control vessels as they race across the ocean gathering rings, performing tricks, and torching pirate boats, whilst engaging in fierce ship-to-ship battles. At the end of each level, epic 3D boss battles spanning both screens will test gamers skills to result in an ultimate showdown with the evil boss character, Captain Whisker.

Drawn to Life

Published by: THQ

Developed by: 5th Cell

Genre: Action
A dying village, embraced by everlasting winter, has cried out to you, the Creator, for assistance. The remaining inhabitants of the village need you to bring back all their lost possessions such as the sun, moon, fruit trees, fish, rain clouds, plants, animals and much more!

Players can draw their own characters which then come to life and become playable characters in the game! In Challenge Mode, run, jump and fight their way through an exciting side-scrolling adventure. In Village Mode, take a break from the action and hang out in your village to watch your creations interact with the townsfolk, scenery and other Creations. Advance through an entertaining story, and restore your Village to greatness.

Kirby Squeak Squad

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: HAL America Inc. / Flagship (JP)

Genre: Platformer

Number of Players: 1-4

When thieving mice called the Squeaks steal Kirby's snack along with a ton of Dream Land treasures, the pink powerhouse sets out after them, copying new skills as he goes. Players can expect all the floating, jumping and battling of a classic Kirby game, but now they can even mix abilities and recovery items using the touch screen. With more than 25 upgradeable abilities, including new ones like Animal and Bubble, Kirby will have the tools he needs to defeat his toughest foes yet.

This game also features three multiplayer sub-games for up to four players, either via DS Download Play or Multicard LAN play. Players test their reaction speed in Speedy Teatime, bump and battle in Smash Ride and aim for snacks in Treasure Shot.

Star Fox Command

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Q-Games

Genre: Flight Action

Number of Players: 1-6

The DS gets its own unique Arwing shooter, this time with touch-control flight mechanics unique to the DS. Lylat needs help. Players hop into their Arwing fighter and fight through a unique branching storyline of missions, all rendered in 3D. Star Fox DS brings a whole new strategic element to the series with a commander's view of the mission. Using the touch screen, players can draw the routes they and their teammates will take, then battle the enemies they encounter as they take over bases and strategically advance across the map. Players can also blow their friends out of the sky as they dogfight with up to eight players over a local wireless connection or take on up to four players from around the world on Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

Bomberman Land Touch!

Published by: Atlus Software

Developed by: Hudson Soft

Genre: Action Adventure

Number of Players: 1-8 (up to 4 online)

Explore the pirate theme park Bomber Island as the cheerful Bomberman. Bomberman Land Touch! is an action-adventure game taking full advantage of the DS touch screen and stylus. In the Story Mode, explore Bomber Island while solving puzzles, chatting up rival characters, and engaging in 36 one- to four-player "attractions" (mini-games) with action, racing, sports, and other typical party games. In Attraction Mode, enjoy any of the mini-games you've unlocked in the Story Mode. In the Battle Mode, play classic multiplayer Bomberman with two to eight players via Wireless Single-Card or Multi-Card Play. Two to four players can get their detonation on via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: AlphaDream

Genre: RPG

Number of Players: 1

If one needs proof that the infamous adventures of Mario and Luigi never get old, they only need to look at the newest installment to the series, MARIO & LUIGI 2 by Alphadream for the Nintendo DS, in which the brothers find themselves traveling through time to rescue Princess Peach. As if this storyline isn’t fantastic enough by itself, Mario and Luigi run into younger versions of themselves and the princess. Players must then control both the adult and young versions of the characters, which can lead to some interesting, and often hilarious, experiences in this role-playing game. Also, by allowing the player to control two different characters on two different screens at one time, the game opens up new capabilities for players to solve the puzzles and battles in a way that hasn’t previously been possible. However, controlling MARIO & LUIGI 2 isn’t as difficult as the double controls make it seem. For those players who aren’t as experienced in participating in this type of role-playing game, the puzzles and other obstacles are clearly marked at the beginning of the game. These clues and directions gradually disappear as the player navigates the game so that it doesn’t become too tedious. While MARIO & LUIGI 2 probably isn’t the best choice for serious role playing gamers who might think it a little simple and childish, it’s perfect for those players who are looking for a game that is a fun and exciting blast into their gaming past.

Metroid Pinball

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Fuse Games

Genre: Pinball

Number of Players: 1

Samus Aran's entry into the bumper-and-flipper world is a sleek, sci-fi classic gaming adventure that has her careening into gigantic boss monsters and bouncing through a variety of exciting pinball tables. Play tables across two screens at the same time using the touch screen to nudge the pinball table.

Battle deadly enemies and experience a number of special modes such as Clone Machine Multiball and the Wall-Jump Challenge while you blast and bomb your high score into a state of pure pinball pandemonium.

Super Princess Peach

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Nintendo

Genre: Platformer

Number of Players: 1

Tired of always seeing Mario save the princess? Your pleas have been heard as the roles are reversed in Nintendo's Mario off-shoot Super Princess Peach. This time around, series star Mario has been kidnapped. You take control of Princess Peach and must work your way through a series of 2D side scrolling stages in order to save the classic mascot character. You select your level via a world map not unlike that of Yoshi's Island and can enter Toad's shop to purchase items. Peach isn't alone in her platforming adventure. She has at her side Kassaa, a magical umbrella. Kassaa can be used for a variety of actions, from striking enemies, to helping Peach float. Kassaa is a happy umbrella and always seems to smile.

Pac 'n Roll

Published by: Namco

Developed by: Namco

Genre: Action

Number of Players: 1

In Pac N' Roll, the inhabitants of Pac-World have been turned into spheres by the evil monster Golvis' Ghost Light. Pac-Man must roll his way through Ghost-Land, collecting pellets and confronting Ghosts to save his friends and restore peace to Pac-Land. Pac N' Roll lets players control Pac-Man with the Nintendo DS stylus. Players can roll and dash around diverse landscapes such as the Castle Pac, Gyro-Jungle and Flaming Fortress as well as execute maneuvers such as hairpin turns, immediate stops and precision rolling with effortless strokes of the stylus.

Yoshi's Touch & Go

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Nintendo

Genre: Action

Number of Players: 1-2

Nintendo is once again pairing up Yoshi and Baby Mario for an action platform game. Using the Nintendo DS system's two screens and touch screen capability, players must help Yoshi guard Baby Mario from harmful Shy Guys and other Mario-type enemies as he floats defenselessly to the ground. The objective is to overcome all sorts of obstacles to guide him to safety. On vertical-action levels, players must use the stylus to draw clouds on the touch screen to protect Baby Mario from enemies and lead him to Yoshi. On horizontal side-scrolling levels, players must use the stylus to look out for Yoshi as he gallops across the countryside. Yoshi's Touch & Go features two-player wireless play.

Mario Basket 3-on-3

Published by: Nintendo

Developed by: Square Enix

Genre: Sports
Number of Players: 1-4

From the makers of Final Fantasy, curiously enough, comes this 3D basketball game starring Mario and party. Drop it through the hoop as you play with control primarily played with the DS stylus and touchscreen for ball handling. The game features special moves for Mario, Luigi, Peach and others, and includes power-ups such as the ability to turn enemies into coins.

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