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The goal of this thread is to establish what the members of Cubed3 see as the top 20 games for the Nintendo DS system.

Thanks to everyone who wrote entries, I think it really helped add a bit of personality to what would otherwise be just a list. If anyone else would like to write some, there are still a few slots open. :)

<center> <font size="4">-Top 20 Must Own Nintendo DS Titles-</font></center>
<fieldset><h2>1) [b]Mario Kart DS[/b] [93 Points] </h2>
[i]Mario Kart DS represents the pinnacle of racing games on the system. Its perfect controls, balanced gameplay, and hours of longevity through its local and Wifi multiplayer modes make Mario Kart DS the game C3 members ranked highest. If you have a Nintendo DS, you must have Mario Kart.[/i] -- Jacob4000

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Superlink, Keven, The Cheese, Stulaw, Marzy, Jambo, Ikana, Flynnie, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, ShiptonCraig, Echoes221

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsmarkar]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/mariokartds]Metacritic [91/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mario_Kart_DS]Wikipedia [/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>2) [b]Ace Attorney Series[/b] [85 Points] </h2>
[i]Ace Attorney is an excellent little series that for many is a highlight for the DS' unique selection of games. With a surprisingly in-depth story and a cast full of characters you can't help but love, Ace Attorney is a series that must be checked out at all costs.[/i] -- Superlink

[b]Games:[/b] Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney || Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Justice for All || Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations || Appollo Justice: Ace Attorney.

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Superlink, Keven, The Cheese, Kangaroo_kid, Marzy, Jambo, Ikana, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, Echoes221,

[b]Links:[/b] Cubed3 GamePages: [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsphwaa]1[/url]  [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dspwaajfa]2[/url] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dspw3]3[/url] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dspw4]4[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/search/process?sb=0&tfs=all&ts=Ace+Attorney&ty=3&x=0&y=0]Metacritic[/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ace_Attorney]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>3) [b]Final Fantasy IV[/b] [47 Points] </h2>
No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Superlink, Stulaw, Kangaroo_kid, Jambo, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, ShiptonCraig, Bart

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/ffivds]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/finalfantasy4]Metacritic [85/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_fantasy_iv_ds]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>4) [b]Pokemon Diamond and Pearl[/b] [40 Points] </h2>
[i]The fourth mainseries Pokemon game is seen by many as the first worthwhile addition in years. With around 400 Pokemon to catch without trading being necessary, and hours of gameplay after the main story is finished, this is a must have for all gamers who have ever loved Pokemon.[/i] -- Superlink

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Superlink, Stulaw, Kevin, ShiptonCraig, Bart, Echoes221, Marzy, Ikana, The Cheese

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/pokdiaperl]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/pokemondiamond?q=pokemon%20diamond]Metacritic [85/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pok%C3%A9mon_Diamond_and_Pearl]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>5) [b]Elite Beat Agents[/b] [38.5 Points] </h2>
[i]Elite Beat Agents is a frustratingly addictive game based on the Japanese 'Ouendan' Series. Icon based rhythm is needed to dance through a wide range of music from Steriograms 'Walkie talkie Man', to 'Jumping Jack Flash' by The Rolling Stones. This hilarious game has something for everyone.[/i] -- Echoes221

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Mario_0, Echoes221, Marzy, ShiptonCraig, Jambo, Ikana, mage_mccloud, Kangaroo_kid,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/ebads]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/elitebeatagents]Metacritic [87/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Elite_Beat_Agents]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>6) [b]The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass[/b] [37.5 Points] </h2>
[i]The Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass puts to excellent use nearly every aspect of the unique DS hardware, while at the same time delivering a Zelda adventure that does the series justice. If you like good games, what are you waiting for?[/i] -- Jacob4000

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Keven, Stulaw, Echoes221, ShiptonCraig, Ikana, Kangaroo_kid, The Cheese

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/LoZPHDS/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/legendofzeldaphantomhourglass]Metacritic [90/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phantom_hourglass]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>7) [b]Chrono Trigger[/b] [35 Points] </h2>
[i]What may seem a lazy port in the light of recent Final Fantasy remakes, Square Enix thought right to make Chrono Trigger DS a perfect re-imagining of the original game. The whole package is complete with a solid story, a spine tingling soundtrack and Toriyama's classic artwork. Even if classic JRPG gameplay isn't your cup of tea, you'd be missing out if you didn't give this a chance. [/i] -- ShiptonCraig

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Superlink, ShiptonCraig, Tim~tam, Falcon Armour X

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/http://www.cubed3.com/games/dschrono/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/chronotrigger]Metacritic [94/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chronotrigger#Nintendo_DS_release]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>8) [b]Hotel Dusk: Room 215[/b] [34.5 Points] </h2>
[i]Hotel Dusk is a point-and-click game that makes good use of the DS's two screens. The game involves puzzle solving (most puzzles are clever yet intuitive) and charming information from guests (this requires instinct- one mistake means game over). The storyline is relatively strong and although a little slow to start, it's not long until you're hooked.[/i] -- The Cheese

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jambo, mage_mccloud, The Cheese, Kangaroo_Kid

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/hdr215/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/hotelduskroom215?q=hotel%20dusk]Metacritic [78/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hotel_Dusk]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>9) [b]New Super Mario Bros.[/b] [31 Points] </h2>
[i]New Super Mario Bros. brings a fresh new feel to the classic Mario platformer and takes it to levels where it's never been before. The 2.5D graphics (3D character on a 2D world) give the game a modern look, yet still retains the old-school side-scrolling feel to it. With 240 Stars to collect, it's a game that provides challenge and will not soon be put down. [/i]
--Keven

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Keven, Stulaw, Jambo, The Cheese, Falcon Armour X

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsmarbro/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/newsupermariobros]Metacritic [89/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/New_Super_Mario_Bros.]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>10) [b]Animal Crossing: Wild World[/b] [29.5 Points] </h2>
[i]Create yourself a second life in your own miniature town and interact with a variety of different animal friends.[/i] -- Marzy

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Marzy, Keven, Echoes221, ShiptonCraig, Ikana,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsanicros]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/animalcrossingwildworld]Metacritic [86/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Animal_Crossing_Wild_World]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>11) [b]Sonic Rush Series[/b] [29.5 Points] </h2>
[i]Sonic and co return to their roots for his 2.5D adventure, running between both screens at incredible speeds courtesy of the all new boost system. The courses offer a wide variety and the bosses are bigger than ever and with the addition of a new character blaze, Are your reflexes quick enough to handle the pace?[/i] -- Echoes221

[b]Games:[/b] Sonic Rush || Sonic Rush Adventure

[b]Ranked By:[/b] ShiptonCraig, Superlink, Jambo, Flynnie, Super_sonic, The Cheese, Falcon Armour X

[b]Links:[/b] Cubed3 GamePages: [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dssoe3d/]1[/url] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dssra/]2[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/search/process?sort=relevance&termType=all&ts=sonic+rush&ty=3&x=0&y=0]Metacritic[/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sonic_Rush]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>12) [b]Advance Wars Series[/b] [28 Points] </h2>
[i]The DS Advance Wars games build on the addictive turn-based strategy of their predecessors. Dual Strike's new tweaks keep the gameplay familiar but fresh, and the amount of content is rather staggering. Dark Conflict removes some content, but also cuts out the unneeded gimmicks and features an excellent online play to beef it up[/i] -- The Cheese

[b]Games:[/b] Advance Wars: Dual Strike || Advance Wars: Days of Ruin/Dark Conflict

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, ShiptonCraig, The Cheese, Kangaroo_Kid

[b]Links:[/b] Cubed3 GamePages: [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsadwars/]1[/url] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/awds2/]2[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/search/process?sort=relevance&termType=all&ts=advance+wars+ds&ty=3&x=0&y=0]Metacritic[/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wars_(series)]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>13) [b]Professor Layton and the Curious Village[/b] [27 Points] </h2>
[i]Well over a hundred great puzzles, wrapped up in an engaging story and presented through fantastic studio Ghibli-like cutscenes make Prof Layton and the Curious Village one of the essential purchases for Nintendo DS. I've yet to hear from anyone who didn't like it in some way or another, although your mentally deficient brother may have some difficulty finding the hint coins. Even then though, he can still appreciate the music and excellent voice acting, I'm sure. [/i] -- Bart

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Bart, Echoes221, Jambo, mage_mccloud,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dslayton/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/professorlayton]Metacritic [85/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Professor_Layton]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>14) [b]Jump Ultimate Stars[/b] [25 Points] </h2>
[i]Jump Ultimate Stars is a 2D brawler derived from Shonen Jump's manga. It supports an impressive character roster, as well as a wide variety of impressive levels. Ultimate stars is highly addictive and can be hailed as the 'Smash Bros' on the DS. It will always have you coming back for more![/i] -- Echoes221

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Echoes221, Ikana, Flynnie,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsjump2/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/jumpultimatestars]Metacritic [89/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jump_Ultimate_Stars]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>15) [b]Metroid Prime: Hunters[/b] [21 Points] </h2>
[i]No-one expected a story mode that would rival the Metroid Prime games on the GC and the result of said story mode is not a surprise. What really makes Metroid Prime Hunters is it's multiplayer and wifi capabilities. While the game no longer represents the pinnacle of the WFC service, as on release, you won't find another FPS as complete as this on the DS.[/i] -- ShiptonCraig

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Jacob4000, Echoes221, Marzy, ShiptonCraig, Flynnie

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsmethun/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/metroidprimehunters]Metacritic [85/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Metroid_prime_hunters]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>16) [b]Super Mario 64 DS[/b] [20.5 Points] </h2>
No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Stulaw, Superlink, ShiptonCraig

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsmario64/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/supermario64ds?q=super%20mario%2064%20ds]Metacritic [85/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Super_mario_64_ds]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>17) [b]Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow[/b] [17 Points] </h2>
No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Ikana, Kangaroo_Kid

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dscastl/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/castlevaniads]Metacritic [89/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Castlevania_DS]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>18) [b]Rhythm Tengoku Gold[/b] [17 Points] </h2>
[i]Tap, flick and scribble to the rhythm of the music, in tons of wacky styled minigames, from the developers of the WarioWare series.[/i] -- Marzy

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Marzy, Echoes221

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsheaven/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/rhythmheaven?q=Rhythm%20Heaven]Metacritic [xx/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rhythm_Tengoku]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>19) [b]Another Code[/b] [17 Points] </h2>
[i]Another Code is a point-and-click style adventure game filled with clever puzzles that make ingenious use of the DS hardware. Though short, Another Code is a fantastic game that sports an intriguing storyline and interesting characters. Well worth the purchase if you've yet to play it and enjoy similar games such as Hotel Dusk and Ace Attorney.[/i] -- Ikana

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Marzy, Ikana, mage_mccloud,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsanoth]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/anothercode]Metacritic [70/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Another_code]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

<fieldset><h2>20) [b]Final Fantasy III[/b] [13.5 Points] </h2>
No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

[b]Ranked By:[/b] Stulaw, ShiptonCraig, Superlink, Jambo,

[b]Links:[/b] [url=http://www.cubed3.com/games/dsff3/]Cubed3 GamePage[/url] || [url=http://www.metacritic.com/games/platforms/ds/finalfantasy3]Metacritic [70/100][/url] || [url=http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Final_fantasy_3_ds#Nintendo_DS_remake]Wikipedia[/url]
</fieldset>

[b]Note on Rankings: [/b]

Games were assigned points based on rankings from members. Every first place rankings earns a game 10 points, with every ranking past that earning one less point. If you ranked more than 10 games, I gave every game past rank ten .5. In some cases, multiple games from a series were combined to avoid somewhat redundant entries (i.e. Advance Wars, Ace Attorney).

Sonic Rush was changed to 11th, because it had the same member score as Animal Crossing, yet a lower metacritic score. I didn't do it to spite you SuperLink. ;)

The goal of this thread is to establish what the members of Cubed3 see as the top 20 games for the Nintendo DS system.

Thanks to everyone who wrote entries, I think it really helped add a bit of personality to what would otherwise be just a list. If anyone else would like to write some, there are still a few slots open. Smilie

-Top 20 Must Own Nintendo DS Titles-

1) Mario Kart DS [93 Points]

Mario Kart DS represents the pinnacle of racing games on the system. Its perfect controls, balanced gameplay, and hours of longevity through its local and Wifi multiplayer modes make Mario Kart DS the game C3 members ranked highest. If you have a Nintendo DS, you must have Mario Kart. -- Jacob4000

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Superlink, Keven, The Cheese, Stulaw, Marzy, Jambo, Ikana, Flynnie, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, ShiptonCraig, Echoes221

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [91/100] || Wikipedia

2) Ace Attorney Series [85 Points]

Ace Attorney is an excellent little series that for many is a highlight for the DS\' unique selection of games. With a surprisingly in-depth story and a cast full of characters you can\'t help but love, Ace Attorney is a series that must be checked out at all costs. -- Superlink

Games: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney || Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Justice for All || Phoenix Wright Ace Attorney: Trials and Tribulations || Appollo Justice: Ace Attorney.

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Superlink, Keven, The Cheese, Kangaroo_kid, Marzy, Jambo, Ikana, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, Echoes221,

Links: Cubed3 GamePages: 1 2 3 4 || Metacritic || Wikipedia

3) Final Fantasy IV [47 Points]

No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Superlink, Stulaw, Kangaroo_kid, Jambo, Super_sonic, Mage_mccloud, ShiptonCraig, Bart

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [85/100] || Wikipedia

4) Pokemon Diamond and Pearl [40 Points]

The fourth mainseries Pokemon game is seen by many as the first worthwhile addition in years. With around 400 Pokemon to catch without trading being necessary, and hours of gameplay after the main story is finished, this is a must have for all gamers who have ever loved Pokemon. -- Superlink

Ranked By: Superlink, Stulaw, Kevin, ShiptonCraig, Bart, Echoes221, Marzy, Ikana, The Cheese

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [85/100] || Wikipedia

5) Elite Beat Agents [38.5 Points]

Elite Beat Agents is a frustratingly addictive game based on the Japanese \'Ouendan\' Series. Icon based rhythm is needed to dance through a wide range of music from Steriograms \'Walkie talkie Man\', to \'Jumping Jack Flash\' by The Rolling Stones. This hilarious game has something for everyone. -- Echoes221

Ranked By: Mario_0, Echoes221, Marzy, ShiptonCraig, Jambo, Ikana, mage_mccloud, Kangaroo_kid,

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [87/100] || Wikipedia

6) The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass [37.5 Points]

The Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass puts to excellent use nearly every aspect of the unique DS hardware, while at the same time delivering a Zelda adventure that does the series justice. If you like good games, what are you waiting for? -- Jacob4000

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Keven, Stulaw, Echoes221, ShiptonCraig, Ikana, Kangaroo_kid, The Cheese

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [90/100] || Wikipedia

7) Chrono Trigger [35 Points]

What may seem a lazy port in the light of recent Final Fantasy remakes, Square Enix thought right to make Chrono Trigger DS a perfect re-imagining of the original game. The whole package is complete with a solid story, a spine tingling soundtrack and Toriyama\'s classic artwork. Even if classic JRPG gameplay isn\'t your cup of tea, you\'d be missing out if you didn\'t give this a chance. -- ShiptonCraig

Ranked By: Superlink, ShiptonCraig, Tim~tam, Falcon Armour X

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [94/100] || Wikipedia

8) Hotel Dusk: Room 215 [34.5 Points]

Hotel Dusk is a point-and-click game that makes good use of the DS\'s two screens. The game involves puzzle solving (most puzzles are clever yet intuitive) and charming information from guests (this requires instinct- one mistake means game over). The storyline is relatively strong and although a little slow to start, it\'s not long until you\'re hooked. -- The Cheese

Ranked By: Jambo, mage_mccloud, The Cheese, Kangaroo_Kid

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [78/100] || Wikipedia

9) New Super Mario Bros. [31 Points]

New Super Mario Bros. brings a fresh new feel to the classic Mario platformer and takes it to levels where it\'s never been before. The 2.5D graphics (3D character on a 2D world) give the game a modern look, yet still retains the old-school side-scrolling feel to it. With 240 Stars to collect, it\'s a game that provides challenge and will not soon be put down.
--Keven

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Keven, Stulaw, Jambo, The Cheese, Falcon Armour X

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [89/100] || Wikipedia

10) Animal Crossing: Wild World [29.5 Points]

Create yourself a second life in your own miniature town and interact with a variety of different animal friends. -- Marzy

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Marzy, Keven, Echoes221, ShiptonCraig, Ikana,

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [86/100] || Wikipedia

11) Sonic Rush Series [29.5 Points]

Sonic and co return to their roots for his 2.5D adventure, running between both screens at incredible speeds courtesy of the all new boost system. The courses offer a wide variety and the bosses are bigger than ever and with the addition of a new character blaze, Are your reflexes quick enough to handle the pace? -- Echoes221

Games: Sonic Rush || Sonic Rush Adventure

Ranked By: ShiptonCraig, Superlink, Jambo, Flynnie, Super_sonic, The Cheese, Falcon Armour X

Links: Cubed3 GamePages: 1 2 || Metacritic || Wikipedia

12) Advance Wars Series [28 Points]

The DS Advance Wars games build on the addictive turn-based strategy of their predecessors. Dual Strike\'s new tweaks keep the gameplay familiar but fresh, and the amount of content is rather staggering. Dark Conflict removes some content, but also cuts out the unneeded gimmicks and features an excellent online play to beef it up -- The Cheese

Games: Advance Wars: Dual Strike || Advance Wars: Days of Ruin/Dark Conflict

Ranked By: Jacob4000, ShiptonCraig, The Cheese, Kangaroo_Kid

Links: Cubed3 GamePages: 1 2 || Metacritic || Wikipedia

13) Professor Layton and the Curious Village [27 Points]

Well over a hundred great puzzles, wrapped up in an engaging story and presented through fantastic studio Ghibli-like cutscenes make Prof Layton and the Curious Village one of the essential purchases for Nintendo DS. I\'ve yet to hear from anyone who didn\'t like it in some way or another, although your mentally deficient brother may have some difficulty finding the hint coins. Even then though, he can still appreciate the music and excellent voice acting, I\'m sure. -- Bart

Ranked By: Bart, Echoes221, Jambo, mage_mccloud,

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [85/100] || Wikipedia

14) Jump Ultimate Stars [25 Points]

Jump Ultimate Stars is a 2D brawler derived from Shonen Jump\'s manga. It supports an impressive character roster, as well as a wide variety of impressive levels. Ultimate stars is highly addictive and can be hailed as the \'Smash Bros\' on the DS. It will always have you coming back for more! -- Echoes221

Ranked By: Echoes221, Ikana, Flynnie,

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [89/100] || Wikipedia

15) Metroid Prime: Hunters [21 Points]

No-one expected a story mode that would rival the Metroid Prime games on the GC and the result of said story mode is not a surprise. What really makes Metroid Prime Hunters is it\'s multiplayer and wifi capabilities. While the game no longer represents the pinnacle of the WFC service, as on release, you won\'t find another FPS as complete as this on the DS. -- ShiptonCraig

Ranked By: Jacob4000, Echoes221, Marzy, ShiptonCraig, Flynnie

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [85/100] || Wikipedia

16) Super Mario 64 DS [20.5 Points]

No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

Ranked By: Stulaw, Superlink, ShiptonCraig

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [85/100] || Wikipedia

17) Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow [17 Points]

No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

Ranked By: Ikana, Kangaroo_Kid

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [89/100] || Wikipedia

18) Rhythm Tengoku Gold [17 Points]

Tap, flick and scribble to the rhythm of the music, in tons of wacky styled minigames, from the developers of the WarioWare series. -- Marzy

Ranked By: Marzy, Echoes221

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [xx/100] || Wikipedia

19) Another Code [17 Points]

Another Code is a point-and-click style adventure game filled with clever puzzles that make ingenious use of the DS hardware. Though short, Another Code is a fantastic game that sports an intriguing storyline and interesting characters. Well worth the purchase if you\'ve yet to play it and enjoy similar games such as Hotel Dusk and Ace Attorney. -- Ikana

Ranked By: Marzy, Ikana, mage_mccloud,

Links: Cubed3 GamePage || Metacritic [70/100] || Wikipedia

20) Final Fantasy III [13.5 Points]

No entry, volunteer! PM me a 50 word entry.

Ranked By: Stulaw, ShiptonCraig, Superlink, Jambo,

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Note on Rankings:

Games were assigned points based on rankings from members. Every first place rankings earns a game 10 points, with every ranking past that earning one less point. If you ranked more than 10 games, I gave every game past rank ten .5. In some cases, multiple games from a series were combined to avoid somewhat redundant entries (i.e. Advance Wars, Ace Attorney).

Sonic Rush was changed to 11th, because it had the same member score as Animal Crossing, yet a lower metacritic score. I didn\'t do it to spite you SuperLink. Smilie

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on 10.01.2009 at 03:38

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Mario 64 DS is a must own if you ask me Smilie

on 10.01.2009 at 03:42

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Mario 64 DS is a must own if you ask me Smilie

Well is that all you're going to rank? Smilie

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on 10.01.2009 at 03:46

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Yes, im to lazy at the moment to make my brain think.

( Edited 10.01.2009 01:48 by Ike )

on 10.01.2009 at 03:48

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You have to own at least one of the ouenden\\ elite beat agent games.

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on 10.01.2009 at 03:59

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on 10.01.2009 at 04:26

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I\'ll do a top 10:

1. Mario Kart DS
2. New Super Mario Bros
3. Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass
4. Phoenix Wright: Trials and Tribulations
5. Advance Wars: Days of Ruin

6. Final Fantasy 4
7. Animal Crossing Wild World
8. Metroid Prime Hunters
9. Disgaea
10. Club House Games

A lot of first party titles for me. Nintendo makes good games. One series that I need to get is Castlevania. Those always get high marks on DS.

( Edited 10.01.2009 13:18 by Jacob4000 )

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on 10.01.2009 at 04:29

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Let me try this:

1. Mario Kart DS

2. Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

3. Animal Crossing: Wild World

4. Phoenix Wirght: Trials and Tribulations

5. NEW Super Mario Bros.

6. The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

7. Pokemon Ranger (original)

8. Pokemon: Diamond and Pearl

9. Pokemon Ranger: Shadows of Almia

10. Kirby: Super Star ULTRA

Ah, pretty nice list, if I do say so myself. Smilie

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on 10.01.2009 at 07:43

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Out of my 18 games that I have.

1.Mario Kart DS
2.Meteos
3.Legend of Zelda: the Phantom Hourglass
4.Pokemon Diamond
5.Final Fantasy IV
6 New Super Mario Bros.
7.Super Mario 64 DS
8.Final Fantasy III
9.WarioWare Touched
10.Big Brain Academy
11.Rayman DS (although it\'s a remake of Rayman 2)
12.NEVES
13.Ridge Racer DS
14.Pac Pix

and the other 4 aren\'t worth owning for me.

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on 10.01.2009 at 12:26

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1. Jump Ultimate Stars
2. Professor layton ATCV
3. Phonix Wright
4. Rythm Tengoku Gold
5. Legend Of Zelda: The Phantom Hourglass
6. Ninja Gaiden: Dragon Sword
7. Mario Kart DS
8. Pokemon Diamond
9. Bleach DS Second
10. Metroid Prime: Hunters
11. Animal Crossing: Wild World
12. Elite Beat Agents
13. Hotel Dusk: Room 215
14. Osu! tattakae! Oendan!

( Edited 10.01.2009 16:15 by Echoes221 )

on 10.01.2009 at 12:52

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My top 10 are:

1. Rhythm Tengoku Gold
2. Animal Crossing: Wild World
3. Contra 4
4. Diddy Kong Racing DS
5. Mario Kart DS
6. Metroid Prime: Hunters
7. Another Code
8. Elite Beat Agents
9. Nanostray
10. Pokemon Diamond

( Edited 10.01.2009 11:28 by Marzy )

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on 10.01.2009 at 13:27

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Been a member for 7 years!

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Here's mine:

1. Chrono Trigger
2. Final Fantasy 4
3. Advance Wars Dark Conflict/Days of Ruin
4. Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles Ring of Fates
5. Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon
6. Mario Kart DS
7. Animal Crossing
8. Metroid Prime Hunters
9. Pokemon Diamond/Pearl
10. Sonic Rush
11. Sonic Rush Adventure
12. Zelda Phantom Hourglass
13. Final Fantasy Tactics A2
14. 42 All Time Classics
15. Final Fantasy 3
16. Wario Ware Touched
17. Starfox Command
18. Viva Pinata
19. Super Mario 64 DS
20. Ouendan/EBA

A mish-mash a bit. The first 5 are more recent so I put them down first, but then realised some lower in the list should be bought first. Too much effort though. Smilie

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on 10.01.2009 at 13:36

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5. Fire Emblem Shadow Dragon

I'm prepping a gold pedestal with the words "best game evar" engraved on top for when this comes out stateside. Smilie

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on 10.01.2009 at 15:02

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This is a great idea, but it\'s gonna be really hard, especially since my opinions fluctuate depending on the genre I\'m most into. Right now it\'d be RPGs but at another time and place it\'ll be platformers. I\'ll give it a go based on my current state of mind though.

1. Ace Attorney (I don\'t want to list them all so I\'ll stick them under the series title if that\'s OK... but basically collectively they\'re my fave DS game)
2. Pokémon Diamond
3. Mario Kart DS
4. Final Fantasy IV
5. Sonic Rush
6. Chrono Trigger
7. Final Fantasy III
8. Harvest Moon: Island of Happiness
9. Pokémon Ranger: Shadows of Almia
10. Super Mario 64 DS

I\'ll throw in a few honourable mentions

- Sonic Rush Adventure
- Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood
- Rune Factory
- WarioWare Touched!
- Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates
- Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass
- Kirby Squeak Squad

( Edited 10.01.2009 13:13 by SuperLink )

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on 10.01.2009 at 15:08

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1. Ace Attorney (I don\'t want to list them all so I\'ll stick them under the series title if that\'s OK... but basically collectively they\'re my fave DS game)

I\'m thinking of doing the rankings like that for Ace Attorney -- because they\'re sort of one must own game really.

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Edit: Nevermind - SL changed what I was going to comment on. Smilie

( Edited 10.01.2009 13:19 by Jacob4000 )

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on 10.01.2009 at 15:11

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I didn't nope

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Nevermind - SL changed what I was going to comment on. Smilie

Did I? o.0;

Damn I need to stop drinking. Wait I don't drink. D:

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on 10.01.2009 at 15:22

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Sucks to be you.

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1/ Hotel Dusk: Room 215
2/ Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
3/ Mario Kart DS
4/ Elite Beat Agents
5/ Final Fantasy III
6/ Wario Ware Touch!
7/ Sonic Rush
8/ New Super Mario Bros
9/ Professor Layton and the Curious Village
10/ Final Fantasy IV

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on 10.01.2009 at 15:51

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1. Ace Attorney
2. Pokemon Diamond/Pearl
3. Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow
4. Jump Ultimate Stars
5. Mario Kart
6. Another Code
7. Animal Crossing
8. Elite Beat Agents
9. 42 All Time Classics
10. Zelda Phantom Hourglass

on 10.01.2009 at 16:07

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1)Mario Kart DS
2)Metroid Prime Hunters
3)Jump Superstars DS
4)Sonic Rush
5)Mario and Luigi Partners in Time (suprised no-one said this)

6)Super Mario 64 DS
7)Diddy Kong Racing DS
8)Starfox Command
9)Tetris DS
10)Dr Kawashima's Brain Training How old is your brain

on 10.01.2009 at 18:03

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5)Mario and Luigi Partners in Time (suprised no-one said this)

Yeah, if my list had been a few places longer PiT would have made the cut. Great game with a funny script.

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on 10.01.2009 at 19:02

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Final Fantasy XIII-2 Platinum

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Elite Beat Agents
Phoenix Wright
Another Code
Hotel Dusk
Professor Layton
Puzzle Quest
Disgaea
FFIV
FF Tactics A2
Mario Kart

on 11.01.2009 at 14:55

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Can this be the general DS appreciation thread too?

Every time the Wii pisses me off, a new great DS game comes out that lasts me ages, and I remember why I love Nintendo. I have no idea what went wrong with the Wii, but I think the DS is easily one of the best consoles ever made, whether it\'s to do with the hardware that attracted the shitload of games, or whether it\'s just pure luck. Every few months, a new DS game is announced that utterly shocks me in terms of visuals, recently we\'ve had FFIV released, and soon we\'re getting the amazing looking Kingdom Hearts, packed to the brim with FMV, as well as Phantasy Star Zero, which I\'m considering getting even if the gameplay isn\'t great, just because the visuals are so impressive.

I say if you don\'t like/love the DS, then maybe handheld gaming just isn\'t for you, or maybe you need to lower your standards a little and let yourself enjoy all the \"good-great\" games aswell, \'cos I feel the DS is the true PS2 of this gen.

*plays DS*

( Edited 11.01.2009 13:02 by SuperLink )

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on 11.01.2009 at 15:01

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1. Trauma Centre
2. Pheonix Wright
3. Sonic Rush/Rush Adventure
4. Final Fanatsy IV
5. MArio Kart DS

These are my top 5 must own DS games.

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on 11.01.2009 at 16:11

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Can this be the general DS appreciation thread too?

Sure!

I'd say there's only one thing about the DS that I don't like -- Nintendo gimped online play. Other than that though, the system is a BEAST.

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on 11.01.2009 at 16:57

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SuperLink said:
*plays DS*

*ahem*
Revision any time soon? Smilie

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The Must Own Nintendo DS Games
3DS & DS

1) Mario Kart DS [93 Points]

2) Ace Attorney Series [85 Points]

3) Final Fantasy IV [47 Points]

4) Pokemon Diamond and Pearl [40 Points]

5) Elite Beat Agents [38.5 Points]

6) The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass [37.5 Points]

7) Chrono Trigger [35 Points]

8) Hotel Dusk: Room 215 [34.5 Points]

9) New Super Mario Bros. [31 Points]

10) Animal Crossing: Wild World [29.5 Points]

11) Sonic Rush Series [29.5 Points]

12) Advance Wars Series [28 Points]

13) Professor Layton and the Curious Village [27 Points]

14) Jump Ultimate Stars [25 Points]

15) Metroid Prime: Hunters [21 Points]

16) Super Mario 64 DS [20.5 Points]

17) Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow [17 Points]

18) Rhythm Tengoku Gold [17 Points]

19) Another Code [17 Points]

20) Final Fantasy III [13.5 Points]

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The Must Own Nintendo DS Games 3DS & DS

1) Mario Kart DS [93 Points]

2) Ace Attorney Series [85 Points]

3) Final Fantasy IV [47 Points]

4) Pokemon Diamond and Pearl [40 Points]

5) Elite Beat Agents [38.5 Points]

6) The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass [37.5 Points]

7) Chrono Trigger [35 Points]

8) Hotel Dusk: Room 215 [34.5 Points]

9) New Super Mario Bros. [31 Points]

10) Animal Crossing: Wild World [29.5 Points]

11) Sonic Rush Series [29.5 Points]

12) Advance Wars Series [28 Points]

13) Professor Layton and the Curious Village [27 Points]

14) Jump Ultimate Stars [25 Points]

15) Metroid Prime: Hunters [21 Points]

16) Super Mario 64 DS [20.5 Points]

17) Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow [17 Points]

18) Rhythm Tengoku Gold [17 Points]

19) Another Code [17 Points]

20) Final Fantasy III [13.5 Points]

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