Death Jr. and the Science Fair of Doom

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  • Publisher: Konami
  • Release Date: May 22, 2007
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7.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 8 Ratings

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  • Summary: It's the worst science fair ever as Death Jr. and his pals make their way through a crazy world of science projects gone wrong! Use the touch pad to execute cool scythe combos, switch between DJ and Pandora and play seriously twisted mini-games in a warped and twisted platforming adventure.It's the worst science fair ever as Death Jr. and his pals make their way through a crazy world of science projects gone wrong! Use the touch pad to execute cool scythe combos, switch between DJ and Pandora and play seriously twisted mini-games in a warped and twisted platforming adventure. Play as DJ and Pandora, each with their own unique moves and style of play. Use the DS touch screen to unleash vicious melee attacks and crazy combos. Take control of Pandora's spirit to help guide DJ through tough spots. Collect money to upgrade weapons and attacks as DJ and Pandora make their way through crazy science fair exhibits. Three twisted mini-games playable with friends through local wireless connection. [Konami]… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 1 out of 23
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 23
  3. Negative: 13 out of 23
  1. Play Magazine
    80
    DJ: Science Fair of Doom is good messy 3D. [Apr 2007, p.54]
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  2. Worth Playing
    65
    A decent game marred by glitches and rushes.
  3. PALGN
    60
    Although Death Jr. and the Science Fair of Doom is by no means a bad game, it lacks an overall polish and a certain oomph to bring it in line with other DS games on the market.
  4. GamingExcellence
    48
    Simply put, this is one science experiment that should have been buried six feet under.
  5. Game Almighty
    45
    While Death, Jr. may have some great artistic elements, it has nothing else to offer that you haven’t seen a billion times before, most of it better.
  6. Game Revolution
    42
    I don’t think this was the developers’ intention, but Death Junior and the Science Fair of Doom turns out to be a good approximation of the Middle School experience: you’re frustrated, you’re bored, and you’re not really in control of your own body. And while both have some great moments, in the end I’m happy to graduate and move on.
  7. 1UP
    15
    I cannot forgive the miserable checkpoint system; no matter how long and difficult a particular room is, get hit at the end, and it's back to the very beginning for you.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2 out of 3
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 3
  3. Negative: 1 out of 3
  1. KevinS.
    May 22, 2007
    10
    This is my favorite game I ever played! The levels are awesome, and I love going into the spirit world and shooting souls. Multiplayer This is my favorite game I ever played! The levels are awesome, and I love going into the spirit world and shooting souls. Multiplayer isn't too bad but I love the single player that much more. It was either Pokemon or this, I picked this!… Expand
  2. PaulH.
    May 28, 2007
    9
    A cross between Super Mario Bros. and God of War. Really fun platforming especially after you get the double jump.
  4. CheeseBurger
    Apr 22, 2007
    4
    Level Design: Poor at best. Graphics: I've seen better from a cell-phone. Controls: Worked better with the PSP's analog nub.

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#100 Most Discussed DS Game of 2007