Advance Wars: Dual Strike

 DS
User Score
8.8

Generally favorable reviews- based on 217 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 189 out of 217
  2. Mixed: 18 out of 217
  3. Negative: 10 out of 217
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  1. PhilA.
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    Simply a great game, uses the touch screen to good effect (although doesn't force you to use it) Music is great and the dialogue is hilarious. The missions are well balanced too and the chalenge is not finishing them, but how well you can.
  2. CodyK.
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    (spechless)
  3. BobG.
    Aug 16, 2006
    10
    This game will keep you occupied for quite a long time. What I dislike in this game is that they actually put a timer on how long you played the whole time so I feel bad knowing Ive played for 100's of hours, and those damn medals - I hate games that have things you can collect and will force hundreds more hours into my game.
  4. Mcdope
    Mar 9, 2007
    10
    Perfect strategy fun. This game can be simple, and yet as complex or more so than chess. It is also highly addictive.
  5. JackG.
    Oct 14, 2005
    10
    This Game RULES!
  6. AnonymousMC
    Oct 30, 2005
    10
    What are you doing reading this review, go out and get this NOW!!!!! why wont ya get, what's wrong with you, have we insulted you or something, simply a beautiful piece of gaming art that will kick he @#$% out of any PSP game to date. You would have to be a heartless mechanical cyborg to not love this title, and man i can't think of anymore good things to say about this. (InsertWhat are you doing reading this review, go out and get this NOW!!!!! why wont ya get, what's wrong with you, have we insulted you or something, simply a beautiful piece of gaming art that will kick he @#$% out of any PSP game to date. You would have to be a heartless mechanical cyborg to not love this title, and man i can't think of anymore good things to say about this. (Insert new good thing here)… Expand
  7. DaveH.
    Aug 20, 2005
    10
    HIGHLY ADDICTIVE. Very deep and exciting gameplay. Great use of stylus. A must have for any DS owner. BEST DS GAME YET!
  8. JL
    Aug 23, 2005
    10
    Another rocking game only on Nintendo DS. The additional weapons & vehicles and dual commanders make quadruple the fun. great multiplayer options.
  9. DavidS.
    Aug 30, 2005
    10
    This game alone is so good that it is worth what i paid for my ds. the story is good. my only complaint is that you cant use some co's from the first 2 games in the campaign, but they are still available in other modes like war room. this game doesn't have the best graphics or audio quality, but there is so much quality and fun involved. stop by hachi's shop and see how This game alone is so good that it is worth what i paid for my ds. the story is good. my only complaint is that you cant use some co's from the first 2 games in the campaign, but they are still available in other modes like war room. this game doesn't have the best graphics or audio quality, but there is so much quality and fun involved. stop by hachi's shop and see how many maps there are to buy, this game will last a very long time. and of course the music is incredible and it really pumps you up. i have never played a more enjoyable game, and its the kind of game that will still be top quality in 2 years, because unlike sony, nintendo's games dont rely on audio and visual to be considered good. i cant wait until advance wars 4, the story suggests that there will be one.… Expand
  10. Núshio
    Sep 11, 2005
    10
    This game is great. It keeps you anxious when not playing and entertained when playing. Its the kind of game you would carry in your pocket since it allows you to play with up to 8 players and even then, you can all play with 1 NDS and 1 Cartrige!
  11. Johnl.
    Sep 2, 2005
    10
    This game is one of the best game ever! It has better gaphics then any of the avance war games. My favorite character is Sasha. Her super power is the best!
  12. LiamA.
    Feb 8, 2006
    10
    great game if you like tactits game there is loads of stuff on this game and for the price you pay it is well worth it.
  13. KevinR.
    Aug 8, 2006
    10
    The best game for the DS, far and away.
  14. StevenL.
    Jan 20, 2007
    10
    I am amazed at how good this game is, I'm addicted to it, I do have to say some missions are hard but beatable, this is a good thing though as most DS games tend to be way too easy, Also the balancing is done really well, especialy with the megatank and bombers. Also I love the music.
  15. CH
    Apr 5, 2007
    10
    Perfect graphics, game play and music (you would tend to miss the music part). Hyper addictive. Its like having command and conqure serries brought to your DS, but with a far more balanced game play that suits a handheld.
  16. IvanCh.
    Sep 27, 2007
    10
    This is one of the games which are itself a reason to buy a DS. Perfect for portable and also keeps you finishing the levels when you arrive at home.
  17. AndyS.
    Oct 18, 2005
    10
    I have played all of the games all 3 and they have gotten better and better i have beat everyone of them on both normal and easy modes my only disappointment in this game is my fav charachter is not there strum.
  18. RichardC.
    Oct 4, 2005
    10
    This game is great.
  19. dj
    Jul 25, 2005
    10
    great game
  20. MarcoO.
    Aug 17, 2005
    10
    There's no better game on the ds,you can play this game always, you will never see a game like this one.You can play up to 8 players and only with one ds this is the greatest game I ever played with zelda ocarina of time.
  21. RibT.
    Aug 24, 2005
    10
    Ok. Advance Wars 1 was the first GBA gane i ever bought and I LOVED IT!!! I did everything and enjoyed it so much.When Advance Wars 2 came out,i bought it the first day and I LOVED it even more. Then AWDS came and all i can say is that its the greatest DS game ever made!!!!! The graphics,th sound,the music. I garatine u that u will love this game for life. If u can only have 1 DS game.
  22. RaabHimself
    Aug 25, 2005
    10
    Sick sh.t!
  23. SaulR.
    Jan 6, 2006
    10
    This games thoug it has snes graphics is the hell of fun, ideal for long waiting times in bank or the grilfriend.
  24. Galeana
    Feb 24, 2006
    10
    This game will last you forever, a single mission takes a whole hour to complete, and it's so addictive because you want to keep coming back for more. And the game is hard too, well for me, and I like how the A.I. doesn't falls into my baits.
  25. JohnnyD.
    Apr 21, 2006
    10
    i luv it bcause its the best startagy game i hav evar played the playerbilitis amazing, exellant musics to.
  26. VonB.
    Apr 22, 2007
    10
    My recommendation for this series: Buy the first. Take time to enjoy and beat it. Buy the second one. Marvel at Black Hole and my favorite tank. Then buy this, remember where the other two are just long enough to get the extra stuff from having them, then curl up in a ball in your room and never stop playing this game. This game has infinite replay value, and is easy enough to understand. My recommendation for this series: Buy the first. Take time to enjoy and beat it. Buy the second one. Marvel at Black Hole and my favorite tank. Then buy this, remember where the other two are just long enough to get the extra stuff from having them, then curl up in a ball in your room and never stop playing this game. This game has infinite replay value, and is easy enough to understand. Don't be ashamed to search for the guide, though: some parts can get fairly hard. I'd say if you need it anytime before Crystal Calamity, you haven't practiced with the other games enough, or this isn't the series for you. For all the naysayers: Since when are graphics the final determining factor in a game? People realize Alien Hominid (from NewGrounds!) is a great game, or else it wouldn't have made it to consoles! That and The Wind Waker. Graphics were cel-shaded, for cripes' sake, but the gameplay more than made up for it! Well, in conclusion... Wait, you're still reading? Go back to the top of this post, and follow my instructions, soldier! Move out!… Expand
  27. PenguinNinja
    Sep 17, 2007
    10
    My friend introduced me into the series with his copy of dual strike...huge mistake. To date, 9-17-07, I got it maybe a year ago, I have sunk 394 hours of my life into this game. Everything, gamplay mechanics, sound, and the storyline are absolutely AWESOME. Still...how do they make themes that you have to listen to every turn, and yet not want to turn off the sound?
  28. IanL.
    Mar 5, 2008
    10
    By far the most deep and addictive strategy game on the DS today. The quirky characters and awesome dual CO powers make this a must-play!
  29. PatrickD.
    Oct 16, 2005
    10
    I usually don't rate games, so I'm just giving this a 10. I'm stuck at one part, though!
  30. [Anonymous]
    Oct 19, 2005
    10
    This game is just incredible. I can't put it down. The amount of strategy and planning that's required to win is fantastic, but the game, despite being turn-based, doesn't lose that visceral sense of guerilla combat or full-on mass destruction that makes real-time strategy games, such as Total Annihilation, so much fun. The only complaint I have is the background music. So This game is just incredible. I can't put it down. The amount of strategy and planning that's required to win is fantastic, but the game, despite being turn-based, doesn't lose that visceral sense of guerilla combat or full-on mass destruction that makes real-time strategy games, such as Total Annihilation, so much fun. The only complaint I have is the background music. So far, Jake and Jugger seem to be the only COs who have background music that actually suits a war. It would have been good if some of the J-Pop dance tunes were replaced by more epic war marches. Otherwise, perfect, perfect, perfect.… Expand
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 49 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 49 out of 49
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 49
  3. Negative: 0 out of 49
  1. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    88
    It's the expanded portfolio of vehicles and strategic subtleties and wealth of new commanding officer combos that really make this game sing... Result? Super-addictive strategy gaming. [Sept 2005, p.118]
  2. Edge Magazine
    80
    Thank heavens, then, for the brilliant Survival mode. Of all Dual Strike’s little reinventions it’s the only one to twist the template into a persuasive new shape. [Sept 2005, p.97]
  3. NintendoWorldReport
    90
    It's a pretty big step up from "Advance Wars 2," and the new dual-CO tagging system adds a new dimension to the strategy that actually works quite well. [JPN Import]
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