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  • Summary: Bakugan is based on the story of Dan and his friends whose lives were forever changed when mysterious cards fell from the sky. Creating a game from the cards where powerful creatures known as Bakugan battle, it wasn’t long before they discovered that their hobby was much more than just aBakugan is based on the story of Dan and his friends whose lives were forever changed when mysterious cards fell from the sky. Creating a game from the cards where powerful creatures known as Bakugan battle, it wasn’t long before they discovered that their hobby was much more than just a simple pastime. Utilizing special game cards Bakugan battle masters roll spheres onto the cards, which activate and transform into Bakugan “battle brawling” action figures. [Activision] Expand
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  1. Both fans of the series and newcomers will find Bakugan Battle Brawlers DS a surprisingly deep, yet rushed game.
  2. A surprisingly respectable showing by Activision. With so many publishers putting little effort into titles aimed at the younger gaming audience, it's refreshing to see fans of this license get something worth playing. In the end, though, the lack of variety and stale pacing make this a game that's only really fun in very small doses.
  3. Fans of the series will find something to enjoy with Bakugan Battle Brawlers, but all others will likely get bored almost immediately. It's faithful to the original product, which many fans will appreciate, but it's not going to convert you into a Bakugan fanatic.
  4. 60
    Bakugan: Battle Brawlers seems to do things mostly right on paper, though the actual gameplay offers too much build-up to each fight and not enough in the actual battle department.
  5. Nintendo Gamer
    52
    For non-Bakugan followers this is, quite literally, balls. [Christmas 2009, p.70]
  6. 50
    Bakugan: Battle Brawlers doesn't offer anything new to the turn-based strategy genre.
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 18
  2. Negative: 2 out of 18
  1. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    So I got introduced to this game a few years ago, when it was given to me s a gift by a friend. At the time, I had very little interest inSo I got introduced to this game a few years ago, when it was given to me s a gift by a friend. At the time, I had very little interest in Bakugan, though I thought I had a good idea of what it was. Regardless, I gave the game a shot, and what I found was extremely surprising to me: the game was fantastic. Rivaling most every game on the market (and surely the greatest DS game to ever grace the face of this Earth), I have yet to discover a single flaw in this game to date. It ages extremely well, as I still find myself coming back to it again and again.
    I'll begin with the story. I won't spoil anything, because I want everyone to go into this game with no idea as to what will happen. This game offers one of the most complex, deep storylines with the single most engaging plot I've ever encountered. It's full of lore and general information about the Bakugan universe, but it offers it in such a way that while it's not mandatory that you read any of it, you actually WANT to. I've spent hours going through it, and still only seemed to scratch the surface. The characters are fabulously well made, acting and behaving like real people would. They have flaws, they make mistakes, at times they can even be predictable - but in a good way. You have to really get to know the other characters in order to predict their actions with any consistency, but no matter how well you feel you know them, there's always more to discover, just like real people, and they will continue to surprise you. More importantly, they interact with each OTHER. While you're off adventuring and pushing the plot forward, they'll be doing the same, making friendships and rivalries, sometimes resulting in you having to make tough decisions.
    The mechanics of the game are equally groundbreaking. The game requires both talent and tactics, and experience will be your friend. You will be rewarded for careful planning and strategizing, but this will not win your games in and of itself. Likewise, having natural skill and talent for it's combat (along with some knowledge on the engine itself) will be a massive help, but without a good plan made prior, you won't make it too far. That being said, the game isn't necessarily difficult either. It simply makes you think, makes you do all you can to get an edge. At times, it can be comparable to chess; knowing the game's tactics and strategies as well as having the wisdom and natural instinct to know when to use them will result in a greater chance of victory. For those who don't want that much work or challenge, it has options available for them as well. The creators understood that not everyone wanted this, and did their best to account for everyone. They did so splendidly.
    All in all, this is the single game I've ever played that I truly cannot find any fault in. If you're reading this, get the game. This is the gem of the industry, you won't ever regret it as long as you live.
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  2. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    Bakugan Battle Brawlers for the Nintendo DS is one of the most deeply enriching experiences offered by the entire medium of video games as aBakugan Battle Brawlers for the Nintendo DS is one of the most deeply enriching experiences offered by the entire medium of video games as a whole. The gameplay features a perfect balance of complexity where newcomers are easily introduced to new concepts that boggle their mind before soon becoming second-nature, then scaling into more elaborate mechanics that challenge the strategic potential of even longtime fans of Twilight Imperium. It's the classic tale of "easy to learn, difficult to master". Whilst games such as Super Mario Odyssey offer platforming perfection which lets the player flourish in a menagerie of wondrous movement options, and other selections similar to Spiderman or Persona 5 on the PS4 offer deeply enriching stories that can drive players to experience unparalleled emotional connection to its characters, nothing can even match up to the paragon of quality which is Bakugan Battle Brawlers. The symbolism woven into the act of launching the spherical beasts onto the field of play, who magnetically stick to cards laid out to humor the players with increasing risks and danger, is breathtaking beyond measure. The intricacy and strategy in choosing the right team of Bakugan to enter into battle with is one that deserves a price in of itself. The characters themselves are as deep as any real person you'd find off the street, with inner conflicts and struggles that compliment the stakes within the plot in ways that are truly gripping. I can still feel my heart racing from the scene where Shun, master of ventus-class bakugan, exhibits a coldness to the rest of his allies in an attempt to hide his inner complexities that may leave him vulnerable to those who remain too close for comfort.

    Overall, Bakugan Battle Brawlers is a riveting game with unparalleled game-play and tactical potential that will leave any player scrambling for more. I can see the competitive scene for this product spanning decades in the future. This game is a MUST BUY.
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  3. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    game lowkey fyeeeeeee im laughing bro **** so good, only play it on ds tho, 0/10 for the wii
  4. Jan 11, 2013
    9
    This game is a really fun to play game even more so if you watch the show witch is good as well . There are a couple things that could beThis game is a really fun to play game even more so if you watch the show witch is good as well . There are a couple things that could be better like you can't choose your gate card in battle arena but that is one of the very little list of things. Over all it's very fun to play through it's challenging and fun game Expand
  5. Jul 26, 2019
    8
    Bakugan Battle Brawlers on the DS is a good game the gameplay while simple it works and its quite fun the mini games are also basic nut stillBakugan Battle Brawlers on the DS is a good game the gameplay while simple it works and its quite fun the mini games are also basic nut still good the plot works for the game and the new character they made for the game is pretty good while yes it has problems it is still a great game Expand
  6. Jan 12, 2020
    7
    Good game for the DS. But if you want to 100% this game. I won’t recommend that. It becomes very boring very fast if you try too 100% this game
  7. Nov 22, 2020
    0
    Literally the Best Gamer I have ever played blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah blah

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