The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass

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  1. Akauro
    Nov 27, 2016
    9
    Так, саундтрек 8.5/10.Геймплей 10/10 . Cюжет простой но он не главное для игры этого жанра. Очень крутая игра, всем советую. Очень крутые головоломки. прекрасно 9/10
  2. FOJAKV
    Oct 2, 2007
    10
    Great, Great Great!! An old franchise with a new air and tons of control innovations, really a 9.5 score. One of the best adventure / rpg of al times stil captivating and going a step farther..good job Nintendo. Buy It !!
  3. darkzaga
    Mar 31, 2017
    10
    muy interesante propuesta de nintendo. la continuación de un importante juego de game cube adaptado a portátil y explotando todas las características de la doble pantalla. Muy conforme con este titulo.
  4. Ray520010
    Jul 15, 2018
    8
    This is the first Zelda game on DS platform. I have a mix feeling about this game. I like the new ways to play game, such as shouting to the console, drawing the line, and using the touch screen. Nintendo show us how to play a game without the controller, but I do not like it. This is an easy game among Zelda franchise by using the controller. However, Nintendo intends to show the playersThis is the first Zelda game on DS platform. I have a mix feeling about this game. I like the new ways to play game, such as shouting to the console, drawing the line, and using the touch screen. Nintendo show us how to play a game without the controller, but I do not like it. This is an easy game among Zelda franchise by using the controller. However, Nintendo intends to show the players how to play a game with two screens, so players need to use the lower screen all the time.
    This game takes the fully advantages of the console's technology.
    This game is accessible for newcomers, such as me. I think Zelda games are really hard, but this one is an easier one.
    The up screen can show you a full map of the current dungeon, which just like cheating. This is really convenient for me to locate where i am.    … Expand
  5. Crazyqazqaz
    Oct 27, 2008
    10
    Zelda games are famous for having incredibly long story lines, mind boggling puzzles, scores of mini-quests and the notorious Water Temples that consume hours of your life and have even been made into a slang (if a bit underused) term for something incredibly difficult. This, though, is a breath of fresh air. The game is lovingly crafted using bright, welcoming colours and a story line Zelda games are famous for having incredibly long story lines, mind boggling puzzles, scores of mini-quests and the notorious Water Temples that consume hours of your life and have even been made into a slang (if a bit underused) term for something incredibly difficult. This, though, is a breath of fresh air. The game is lovingly crafted using bright, welcoming colours and a story line that manages to be genuinely funny while being brilliantly unpredicable. The control scheme is fabulous, I really can't see what people have been complaining about. It isn't overly difficult but not a total breeze either. It will stump you at times, but that is nothing that a little creative thought and a small amount of thinking outside the box won't solve. A brilliant little game, can't praise it enough!… Expand
  6. JohnnyK.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    Awesome zelda game, sweet graphics and control. Defenitely a must-buy
  7. Plasmaneedle
    May 29, 2014
    9
    The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass makes excellent use of the DS touch screen. The gameplay is more or less what you would expect from the series which is definitely a good thing. Some complain about the Temple of the Ocean King getting repetitive but I thought it added something new to the gameplay.
  8. RoyD.
    Oct 27, 2007
    10
    The best game on the DS. The use of sylus and mic are refresing. Sometimes frustrating. (Ocean's King Temple) Very innovative.
  9. metacensorship
    Nov 13, 2016
    8
    Apparently this one takes place after Wind Waker, so I'd expect them to correct their mistake of not having the underwater area 51, but nope, they're still **** around. But they put the Sands of Time from Prince of Persia in it for some reason to make up for it and that's pretty alright. The illuminati has the Sands of Time confirmed, now if we can confirm that they have the real DeLorean,Apparently this one takes place after Wind Waker, so I'd expect them to correct their mistake of not having the underwater area 51, but nope, they're still **** around. But they put the Sands of Time from Prince of Persia in it for some reason to make up for it and that's pretty alright. The illuminati has the Sands of Time confirmed, now if we can confirm that they have the real DeLorean, we'll be set.… Expand
  10. Brevitythat'sright
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    2 hours in, twice I've though the game was broken - but it was just me not thinking laterally enough. I love it. Good, solid adventure. Will keep you entertained throughout.
  11. MattyM.
    Oct 4, 2007
    9
    This game truly shows off the potential of the DS as a platform, and does the Zelda series the justice it deserves at the same time. The touch-screen is used in so many clever ways that it makes you realize just how much the DS has to offer developers and consumers, and how much room there is left for innovation. If you have a DS, you pretty much need this game.
  12. steveTodoroki
    Sep 3, 2007
    9
    I just cleared the game (Japanese import) and it kept me mostly entertained through the 20 odd hours of gameplay. The touch controls work brilliantly and there are some very inventive uses of the DS for puzzles which perplexed and amazed me.;One puzzle actually requires you to close shut the DS and open it again to merge an image on the bottom screen with the top. My only criticism isI just cleared the game (Japanese import) and it kept me mostly entertained through the 20 odd hours of gameplay. The touch controls work brilliantly and there are some very inventive uses of the DS for puzzles which perplexed and amazed me.;One puzzle actually requires you to close shut the DS and open it again to merge an image on the bottom screen with the top. My only criticism is there is a main dungeon which you have to play through repeatedly and it gets a little bit boring the fifth time you do it. However, it`s easily one of the best portable games I`ve ever played and definitely the best game released on the DS so far.… Expand
  13. KaleK
    Jan 6, 2010
    8
    You see the difference between a nintendo fan and a ps3 or xbox360 fan, is that the true nintendo fan is able to look past great graphics quality. The other fans of different consoles get focused on them. Some people say graphics dont make a game and some do. But what really makes a game is good game play, controls and a challenge. And I say this is what phantom hour-glass provides. You see the difference between a nintendo fan and a ps3 or xbox360 fan, is that the true nintendo fan is able to look past great graphics quality. The other fans of different consoles get focused on them. Some people say graphics dont make a game and some do. But what really makes a game is good game play, controls and a challenge. And I say this is what phantom hour-glass provides. However it could be better if it had a journal or something to remember what you last did.… Expand
  14. HenryL.
    Nov 8, 2007
    10
    Very well implemented use of the touch controls, the timed sections are a minor flaw, but not enough to damper my enjoyment with this fantastic game.
  15. S.K.
    Oct 4, 2007
    10
    The 10 is for this game's innovation. I can't believe Nintendo underhyped yet another instant classic (the other being Metroid Prime 3). JC A.: stop being such a Zelda hater. Obviously, you have never played a Zelda game in your life, because the character you control is called Link, not Zelda. Worship whatever game you like, but don't be unfair. Jared C.: I have seen quite The 10 is for this game's innovation. I can't believe Nintendo underhyped yet another instant classic (the other being Metroid Prime 3). JC A.: stop being such a Zelda hater. Obviously, you have never played a Zelda game in your life, because the character you control is called Link, not Zelda. Worship whatever game you like, but don't be unfair. Jared C.: I have seen quite a few of your comments, and you are simply being a Nintendo hater; don't be.… Expand
  16. Ashogo
    Oct 5, 2007
    9
    A brilliant Zelda game which takes full advantage of everything the ds has to offer. It's really amazing to see how the developers have implemented so many new ideas into the game to make all the old stuff feel fresh again. And the graphics are beautiful, so your eyes won't be bleeding as you play through the adventure(unlike some other ds games...)Controls feel tight and A brilliant Zelda game which takes full advantage of everything the ds has to offer. It's really amazing to see how the developers have implemented so many new ideas into the game to make all the old stuff feel fresh again. And the graphics are beautiful, so your eyes won't be bleeding as you play through the adventure(unlike some other ds games...)Controls feel tight and responsive. The story is also surprisingly interesting and driving, and to cap it all off Phantom Hourglass features a simple but extremely addictive battle mode which can be played competitively against a friend or anyone worldwide through wi-fi. My biggest complaint is that the game is over too quickly, but you can't have it all I guess.… Expand
  17. RobertP.
    Oct 5, 2007
    10
    One of the best handhelds Zelda games ever. The Stylus controls feel like a breeze and the graphics and sound are superb.
  18. PeterH.
    Oct 7, 2007
    9
    I thought this was a great game, the lack of difficulty is probably a sign of the times, and to be honest suits my concentration span.
  19. KeithR.
    Oct 8, 2007
    10
    Awesome game, had to play till end. One of the first games played for DS that I couldn't put down.
  20. uwepoll
    Aug 15, 2007
    10
    [Rating based on Japanese import] Phantom Hourglass is not only the best handheld Zelda ever, it's the best Zelda game, full stop. It controls perfectly with the stylus and oozes the same undeniable charm and character as The Wind Waker, and it delivers the same wonderful sensation that anything could happen when you set off on your ship to a new island. Fortunately, sailing is[Rating based on Japanese import] Phantom Hourglass is not only the best handheld Zelda ever, it's the best Zelda game, full stop. It controls perfectly with the stylus and oozes the same undeniable charm and character as The Wind Waker, and it delivers the same wonderful sensation that anything could happen when you set off on your ship to a new island. Fortunately, sailing is automatic after plotting your course and the sea is never as endless and empty as was the case in the Wind Waker. The game also feels much better paced than any of its predecessors with barely any dull, longwinded tasks or pointless collectibles. It feels like they pitched everything right and delivered, for once, a fairly short, but nearly perfectly formed Zelda game. Phantom Hourglass is bound to enthrall all with its myriad of imaginative puzzles and battles that utilize the DS better than any game on the system before it.… Expand
  21. ChristopherP.
    Jan 5, 2008
    10
    I really loved this game... Link comes back once again in a brand new adventure which mixes mechanics of old with a revolutionary new combat system, and entertaining new characters! Easily accessible, it could very much be your first game in the series and you'd love it just as much.
  22. RT
    Jan 8, 2008
    8
    Fun and innovative, this is one of the best games I've ever played on my DS. Link is cute as a button, but also a multi-talented warrior due to the numerous tools he is given, most of which you will recognize from the earlier games. The game designers thought deeply about every detail of the game from the use of the stylus, to the character actions (Link tapping the earth down with Fun and innovative, this is one of the best games I've ever played on my DS. Link is cute as a button, but also a multi-talented warrior due to the numerous tools he is given, most of which you will recognize from the earlier games. The game designers thought deeply about every detail of the game from the use of the stylus, to the character actions (Link tapping the earth down with his foot after filling a hole is perfect!), to just thinking of something new. I agree with others that the Temple of the Ocean King is a real thorn in the side, and one of the weakest parts of the game. I don't mind returning there over and over again. I do mind spending time WAITING. If this were a console game, it wouldn't be so bad, but with a portable game, you want small segments you can complete "in between." That is, on the train to work, on your lunch break, etc. Perhaps the shortcuts they offered could have been more aggressive, allowing you to pass through an entire floor you had previously passed through by opening a new passageway with a recently acquired tool, or a special token from someone you helped since the last time you'd been there. This trouble aside, the rest of the play can be addictive. The Battle Mode is fun without requiring too much explanation for someone who has never played before. I recommend this game wholeheartedly, even with some of the drawbacks. It will become a favorite!… Expand
  23. Skidmarks
    Mar 20, 2008
    10
    Great game. First Zelda I've bothered to finish in a while. Loved the controls. Perhaps a little easy, but fun through-out and I got many hours out of it.
  24. KE
    May 11, 2008
    9
    This is the only Zelda game I have ever played and it was epic. At first try it can be a bit hard though, but overall it's just wonderful.
  25. GiancarloG.
    Aug 24, 2008
    9
    its a great game with very fun puzzles often unexplained though. the fighting the monsters is not the best part of the game. but struggling through the puzzles. I've read some reviews and i agree they should put a save feature in the dungeons and having to back track is annoying. the same dungeon does get a little bit boring. but the funny storyline is entertaining. great game and its a great game with very fun puzzles often unexplained though. the fighting the monsters is not the best part of the game. but struggling through the puzzles. I've read some reviews and i agree they should put a save feature in the dungeons and having to back track is annoying. the same dungeon does get a little bit boring. but the funny storyline is entertaining. great game and I'm looking forward to finishing it. oh yea the salvage arm gets wrecked a lot and we always have to go back and forth to mercay. build on every island for pete's sake!! good job guys we need another zelda DS game.… Expand
  26. JoshC
    Sep 30, 2008
    9
    This Zelda was a lot of fun. They did a good job with utilizing the dual screens and using the stylus. The dungeon that you have to revisit multiple times got old and sailing everywhere got really annoying.
  27. JesseR
    Jan 18, 2010
    9
    When Phantom Hourglass broke onto the scene I was a bit skeptic of how great another ocean-roaming Zelda could be, but after playing through it I really enjoyed it. While it can be a bit simple at times and the array of items isn
  28. ChandlerG.
    Nov 10, 2007
    9
    Amazingly addictive and one of the most interactive games ever. No button usage may be strange at first, but then it all starts come into view what Nintendo is succeeding at doing, this is the next generation in gaming. If I had the option of using buttons, my eyes wouldn't be open to Nintendo's vision. And its a damn fine vision at that.
  29. AndrewM.
    Nov 8, 2007
    10
    Reverting back to hand held from the PC with this game is the best thing I've done. Refreshing, quirky, addictive fun...
  30. Proggy
    Oct 2, 2007
    10
    Don´t bother to read de cheap reviews of new gamers (Jc, Jared, Markus / maybe PSP fans ), it´s fun, great and with innovations for the franchise. Buy it and enjoy it. The Best Handheld game to date and of course for the DS...Good Job Nintendo !!!
  31. Xarshale
    Dec 9, 2007
    9
    Great game, and worth every penny, its ONLY flaw is the Temple of the Ocean king which must be repeated. Controls are spot on, the cannon works spot on in the sea, and the sword fighting and item usage is easy, with the screen moving with a ranged weapon. The stuff of win, if you have a DS, GET IT!
  32. JoshHair
    Oct 3, 2007
    9
    *shrugs* there's one reason I stick with professional reviews, and that reason is this: most gamers are morons. There is little reason to not believe this. You'll find that the average user review is a few paragraphs, at best, and generally consists of the most vapid and unspecified language imaginable.

    Is it interesting that most users generally disregard comparable games and    *shrugs* there's one reason I stick with professional reviews, and that reason is this: most gamers are morons. There is little reason to not believe this. You'll find that the average user review is a few paragraphs, at best, and generally consists of the most vapid and unspecified language imaginable.

    Is it interesting that most users generally disregard comparable games and will give a bad score solely based on how they are feeling, or simply because they think the press is over-rating it? There's very little honesty among the average user, which is why they'll never become full-fledged professional or, for that matter, a part of my consideration in a game purchase.    … Expand
  33. MikeD.
    Oct 3, 2007
    10
    A great game, innovative in so many ways, and worth of the Zelda name.
  34. SeanP.
    Oct 3, 2007
    10
    You are all weird. What were you expecting? A freaking 360 game. Its beautiful, fun and engaging. Sure dungeons may seem a little linear but that is probably because they give you a really good map system. Its awesome fun and very gorgeous. Also if you didn't like it fine but it doesn't deserve those low scores. Most likely it's the same whiny person. The lowest it should You are all weird. What were you expecting? A freaking 360 game. Its beautiful, fun and engaging. Sure dungeons may seem a little linear but that is probably because they give you a really good map system. Its awesome fun and very gorgeous. Also if you didn't like it fine but it doesn't deserve those low scores. Most likely it's the same whiny person. The lowest it should get is like a 7 because you just can't deny quality.… Expand
  35. AndrewS.
    Oct 6, 2007
    9
    Great game overflowing with innovative gameplay. From the mic, the puzzles, the variety, and simply the way you control Link, it all flows. While I find the dungeons too short, and the bosses to easy, it's all overshadowed by the greatness of this game. Even the at first seemingly unsubstancial multiplayer grows on you. The only reason this game doesn't get a ten from me is the Great game overflowing with innovative gameplay. From the mic, the puzzles, the variety, and simply the way you control Link, it all flows. While I find the dungeons too short, and the bosses to easy, it's all overshadowed by the greatness of this game. Even the at first seemingly unsubstancial multiplayer grows on you. The only reason this game doesn't get a ten from me is the fact that it's just a tad too casual for my tastes. Other than that this is, without a doubt, the best DS game out at this point. 2 thumbs up!… Expand
  36. Phu
    Sep 17, 2007
    10
    The game makes complete use of the DS hardware capabilities and is in itself a full Zelda experience.
  37. V
    Jan 14, 2008
    9
    wow i just have to say some people ae nerds when it comes to playing zelda ex: Markus. This game overall is innovative and fun to play, and give the graphics some credit its DS for Christ sake, and just for the record all Zelda games are the same if u think about it.
  38. SandraB.
    Jan 16, 2008
    10
    A wonderful mix of old and new stuff from the Zelda series. Surpassed my expectations!
  39. Matt
    Jan 18, 2008
    10
    By and large one of the most accessible Zelda games. In what was mostly a dismal year for the DS, Zelda stands out as one of the must-own titles in the DS library.
  40. DillanR.
    May 5, 2008
    10
    The innovation of this game, with its unique stylus dependant controls makes it completely new, and possibly one of the best games on the DS platform right now.
  41. ScottyP
    Jun 29, 2008
    9
    Some games just tickle you don't they? For me Phantom Hourglass was a blast to play and was a breezy joy to waltz through. Great grahics and some fun characterization ( ever met a Transvestite Mermaid in a paddling pool before ? !!). Link remains as endearing as ever and is his personality is heightened by the great graphics and interface. The stylus is superb, tho' you can find Some games just tickle you don't they? For me Phantom Hourglass was a blast to play and was a breezy joy to waltz through. Great grahics and some fun characterization ( ever met a Transvestite Mermaid in a paddling pool before ? !!). Link remains as endearing as ever and is his personality is heightened by the great graphics and interface. The stylus is superb, tho' you can find a quarter of the screen obscured by your hand on too many occasions. It has a mixed bag of mini games that can happily take up your time such as fishing and trawling, however they are far too easy. Other games are simply add ons ( sea based archery anyone?? thought not ). The plot here is basic and childlike and those looking for a deep experience will have to go somewhere else. This isn't the only issue. The game is easy and very short and it doesn't present you with particularly inventive puzzling. Also, many of your items come far too late in the game for you to fully explore. Overall the characterization is the saver here - Linebeck, the dopefiend captain is often on hand to slack off and add some foppish wit to proceedings. As is his ex flame Jolene who's attempts to chase him down reveals a more adult theme for the older gamer. This is a personal score of 91% for me. I was sad to say goodbye when it finished, and this may be due to the relaxed and satisfying ending.… Expand
  42. ChrisG
    Aug 26, 2008
    8
    It is really, really good. But it still follows that basic Zelda formula, and forcing you to repeat that same sodding stealth dungeon several times over is undeniably frustrating (though unfortunately where the whole "phantom hourglass" idea comes into play...). That repetition grinds against the innovation and sort of blemishes the game. But still, as I said: it is really, really good.
  43. GeorgeS.
    Aug 29, 2008
    9
    A great game. It's very challenging and the multiplayer is even better that I expected. It's even better if you have wi-fi.
  44. JoshG.
    Oct 11, 2007
    10
    Something new and fun, even if I would've liked to be able to move using the D-pad.
  45. [Anonymous]
    Oct 11, 2007
    9
    Far and wide the best Adventure game for the DS. A must have.
  46. Dr.Dog
    Nov 25, 2007
    10
    I CANNOT BELIEVE some of the critiscisms people have of this game namely: 1) The sailing is boring 2) The Ocean King's Temple is repetative. In my mind you have to be quite creatively depressing to bring those things to light. First of all, needless sailing around can be skipped with the golden frog warp which you do quite early on. For me, this kind of aimless wandering is I CANNOT BELIEVE some of the critiscisms people have of this game namely: 1) The sailing is boring 2) The Ocean King's Temple is repetative. In my mind you have to be quite creatively depressing to bring those things to light. First of all, needless sailing around can be skipped with the golden frog warp which you do quite early on. For me, this kind of aimless wandering is indicitive of this whole genre. For example, think how much time you waste just holding down the A button when playing RPG/Final Fantasy games to build up your stats. For me, the comparatively short time you have to spend sailing about is NO PROBLEM! Secondly, I actually liked trying to do the Temple and cut my time down and finding secret treasure chests. Thought it was very clever how someone sat down and designed a single dungeon that can only be slowly opened up as you discover new items. Maybe it's just me??? As far as the control mechanism is concered I loved how they stuck to their guns using only the stylus. There's actually one skeleton in the Temple who makes a reference to all those people who moaned about there being no d-pad controls - nice tongue in cheek swipe at you miserable sods!!! This game was OUTSTANDING from start to finish! Thank you to anyone in the development team at Nintendo!!!… Expand
  47. KevinR.
    Nov 5, 2007
    9
    Superb visuals, an interesting story, and a brilliant control scheme add up to another great portable entry into the Zelda universe. If only it were a little more difficult.
  48. Andrew
    Dec 25, 2007
    8
    This game is not the game of the century, but it is a fun game. The touch controls take a while to get used to, and can be annoying, but they aren't too bad. You do have to go to one temple many times over the course of the game, and there are invincible enemies, but you eventually get an item that can damage them. Sailing is not as simple as drawing a line to your destination and This game is not the game of the century, but it is a fun game. The touch controls take a while to get used to, and can be annoying, but they aren't too bad. You do have to go to one temple many times over the course of the game, and there are invincible enemies, but you eventually get an item that can damage them. Sailing is not as simple as drawing a line to your destination and waiting. You will be attacked, and can die easily if you don't pay attention. But if you are attentive, you can easily earn rupees from enemies. And after a certain point in the game, you can warp to six different parts of the sea. I'd say more about it, but I'm barely at that point. Most of my info is from guides I read. If you own a DS, you should get this game. It is easily worth $34.99.… Expand
  49. AnonymousMC
    Dec 29, 2007
    8
    It was a brillliant game, and i thought that the controls were brilliant however, the trade in price was extremely frustrating as it has no replay value. Very disappionted with teh reuse of the temple of the ocean king, what was the point in the making of the whole game if you repeat the same thing all the time.
  50. AdamO.
    Dec 31, 2007
    9
    After a three years of waiting for a Zelda DS game, I'm happy to report that Phantom Hourglass delivers an excellent experience, despite some awkward flaws. To get the bad parts out of the way, the game is somewhat shorter than what you would expect from this series. Also, whenever you beat a temple, you have to return to a temple on your home island and go through each floor of the After a three years of waiting for a Zelda DS game, I'm happy to report that Phantom Hourglass delivers an excellent experience, despite some awkward flaws. To get the bad parts out of the way, the game is somewhat shorter than what you would expect from this series. Also, whenever you beat a temple, you have to return to a temple on your home island and go through each floor of the temple as you progress throughout the game. This temple definitely has some genius puzzles, but why should we have to repeat parts of it 3 or 4 times. Despite those problems, this is a must-have in any DS library, and for many reasons. The game sets the bar for amazing production value in DS games, with silky smooth 3-D animation and cinematics. While the DS' speakers are less than stellar, the classic music and sound effects sound surprisingly clean and pleasant. But the real highlight of the game is the touch-screen only controls, and it works almost perfectly, only a little unresponsive during intense sword fights. Boss fights are also some of the most innovative I've seen on any system. It's may not be the best the series has to offer, but sets a new standard for DS games.… Expand
  51. HouseS.
    Sep 28, 2007
    10
    Wonderful art direction. The touch screen controls work really great. this is the best handheld game since Link's Awakening DX
  52. LinkRocks
    Feb 22, 2008
    10
    Now this is an impressive game! I'm so glad to see yet another Zelda game turn out to be such a masterpiece. This is certainly one of my favorite game in the Zelda franchise and I will tell you exactly why. While the graphics may not be amazing, they are still quite beautiful. Just because they do not look extremely realistic doesn't mean they are bad. The controls are possibly Now this is an impressive game! I'm so glad to see yet another Zelda game turn out to be such a masterpiece. This is certainly one of my favorite game in the Zelda franchise and I will tell you exactly why. While the graphics may not be amazing, they are still quite beautiful. Just because they do not look extremely realistic doesn't mean they are bad. The controls are possibly one of the most incredible things about Phantom Hourglass. The stylus based controls are very, very fun to use. I can easily see why Nintendo Power gave this the handheld Game of the Year award. All DS owners must own this game. This is probably the best game that is and will ever be released on the DS.… Expand
  53. AaronM
    Jul 11, 2008
    8
    Not bad at all, but it would have been MUCH better if it didn't make you redo the same dungeon so many times.
  54. PatrickC.l
    Jul 21, 2008
    8
    Quite a good game. It's the first game of this type for me, and I wasn't sure I'd like a story-driven game. If I hadn't bought a strategy guide (walkthrough) to go with it, I might've been stuck and frustrated with this one, but as it is, I had great fun. Lots of interesting challenges and a cohesive storyline. Some complain about having to return to a particular Quite a good game. It's the first game of this type for me, and I wasn't sure I'd like a story-driven game. If I hadn't bought a strategy guide (walkthrough) to go with it, I might've been stuck and frustrated with this one, but as it is, I had great fun. Lots of interesting challenges and a cohesive storyline. Some complain about having to return to a particular temple again and again, but that didn't bother me; I liked the mix of familiarity and newness.… Expand
  55. Seananonymous
    Sep 11, 2008
    10
    Game made me a fan of the series. The only word i can use to describe the game is amazing.
  56. IumiV.
    Nov 23, 2007
    9
    The gameplay is so new and different - and still functional. Moving Link at times can be frustrating but Zelda DS really opens so much potential for using touchscreen controls for action games. Plus attacks with the stylus seem so much more lively and interactive than twitches of the thumb. While the plot itself is fairly simple, the game does a good job of character development: Link The gameplay is so new and different - and still functional. Moving Link at times can be frustrating but Zelda DS really opens so much potential for using touchscreen controls for action games. Plus attacks with the stylus seem so much more lively and interactive than twitches of the thumb. While the plot itself is fairly simple, the game does a good job of character development: Link doesn't have a single word of dialogue, yet you have a strong feel for who he is in this game. The tongue-in-cheek Linebeck and the obsessive-for-obsessiveness' sake Jolene are also hilarious characters with depth and humanity. In great literature, plot is rarely the predominant literary technique - character development is most often the clinching factor in great writing. In summary, the advances Phantom Hourglass makes in controls and character development are performed so well that you don't even realize what huge steps and innovations are being made in this quiet, small, yet powerful gaming masterpiece.… Expand
  57. ppopopp
    Aug 24, 2010
    9
    So imaginative for such a limited handheld! Blowing into the mic, the slate as porting, drawing to open doors and most of all the items you get to use and what you do with them in the dungeons are, again, really imaginative. The game is on the easy side (like for the kids) and you really can do without the side-quests as it doesn't really help you to finish the game so in a sense it isSo imaginative for such a limited handheld! Blowing into the mic, the slate as porting, drawing to open doors and most of all the items you get to use and what you do with them in the dungeons are, again, really imaginative. The game is on the easy side (like for the kids) and you really can do without the side-quests as it doesn't really help you to finish the game so in a sense it is unbalanced, and I HATED the Ocean Temple revisits with a passion (or as much as I could muster), but overall I still give this game a nine+, just because it was done on a really limited DS.… Expand
  58. muzziklover
    Jun 9, 2011
    8
    Sequel to Windwaker, my personal favorite game ever, Phantom Hourglass is a good game but a sudden step down from the perfected formula Ocarina and Windwaker had. Good points; great controls and is completely comfortable with the DS stylus and still had the humor and charm Windwaker had. Bad points; Way, way, way too easy - pretty much the easiest Zelda game ever, forgettable story and tooSequel to Windwaker, my personal favorite game ever, Phantom Hourglass is a good game but a sudden step down from the perfected formula Ocarina and Windwaker had. Good points; great controls and is completely comfortable with the DS stylus and still had the humor and charm Windwaker had. Bad points; Way, way, way too easy - pretty much the easiest Zelda game ever, forgettable story and too short, even for a handheld.… Expand
  59. cyphid
    Oct 4, 2010
    9
    This is a great- first- run for a Zelda DS title! I love that they continued the story from Wind Waker. The gameplay is very unique for a DS title and it's humor is wonderful. The graphics are very impressive and the music is very well done.

    The only problem I have with the title is the whole hourglass concept. The later dungeons can get pretty tedious while you race against time to get    This is a great- first- run for a Zelda DS title! I love that they continued the story from Wind Waker. The gameplay is very unique for a DS title and it's humor is wonderful. The graphics are very impressive and the music is very well done.

    The only problem I have with the title is the whole hourglass concept. The later dungeons can get pretty tedious while you race against time to get to the boss.    … Expand
  60. vidsplayer
    Oct 22, 2010
    9
    What I have to say, is this game is awesome. The game is exiting and great for entertainment. A problem though, is that this game is really puzzle-ish, and so you might have to find a walk-through.

    This one might help: http://faqs.ign.com/articles/843/843071p1.html

    There is also a place where you have to go a LOt, and it gets boring after a while.
  61. danielneves
    Jan 28, 2011
    10
    The first Zelda game I' ve ever finished and I feel so great doing it. The audio, characters, story, the puzzles... everything is so well done and they are so perfectly together!!!

    I am anxious to play Spirit Tracks and I started playing Twilight Princess because of this great game.
  62. bashfulberry
    May 9, 2011
    9
    The all-touch interface has pretty much been perfected the first time around with this - my mom has always wanted to play an epic adventure game, but never could handle the 3D movement and graphics of Ocarina of Time. She's used to her iPhone, though, so when I handed her this the touch-only controls worked perfectly for her! She's really excited to play it now. It's fairly easy as far asThe all-touch interface has pretty much been perfected the first time around with this - my mom has always wanted to play an epic adventure game, but never could handle the 3D movement and graphics of Ocarina of Time. She's used to her iPhone, though, so when I handed her this the touch-only controls worked perfectly for her! She's really excited to play it now. It's fairly easy as far as Zeldas go, but it's really enjoyable the whole way through, and being able to draw on your map adds a whole new dimension to the dungeons (not to mention how awesome the dual-screen boss fights are). Yeah, you have to redo one temple a bunch of times, but as you gain new abilities you find new items and learn how to bypass whole sections - it provides a fun sense of your progress in abilities. A great and epic adventure!… Expand
  63. BlogDog123
    May 27, 2011
    10
    I found this game when I was browsing Target for a game I could play with my stylus since my D-Pad was broken. I picked up and bought this, and it was a BLAST to play. Slashing with Link's trusty sword felt smoother then ever with the stylus, and impressive graphics touch this game off nicely.
  64. Teliiii
    Dec 5, 2011
    9
    Great game overall, but one of the worst Zelda games (in a good way). The story is very nice, but the lack of side quests, make it a very short game. Zelda games are known for their gameplay, and this game is no exception. The unique controls really show off what the DS can do.
  65. Zilcell
    Apr 2, 2012
    8
    This game had big shoes to fill because its a sequel to Wind Waker. This game is not as good as wind waker because of the control interface, but it has decent puzzles and story.
  66. Someguy151015
    Aug 23, 2012
    8
    Played this game non-stop until I 100% the game. Only things I did not like was the slow sailing and the time it took to get through the phantoms in the Temple of the Ocean King.
  67. HeroinePandora
    Sep 28, 2013
    8
    This game was a continuation of a game I had never played, but I did know the lore of. The story was light, but enough to make me want to keep playing. The characterization was lively and i could actually feel the characters grow on me a bit as I watched them grow. I didn't like being forced to only use the touch screen rather than have the option of being able to use the D-pad. The artThis game was a continuation of a game I had never played, but I did know the lore of. The story was light, but enough to make me want to keep playing. The characterization was lively and i could actually feel the characters grow on me a bit as I watched them grow. I didn't like being forced to only use the touch screen rather than have the option of being able to use the D-pad. The art and music is what is at least expected from the Zelda series. Ultimately, I did have fun with it, but I probably wouldn't replay it because of the more annoying parts, like the Sea King's temple, which forces you to repeat past floors each time.
    Music: 8
    Art: 8
    Story: 7
    Gameplay: 7    … Expand
  68. assasinatorking
    Jun 16, 2014
    10
    wen i in da field of africa and i travel 2 da america i wish i can se dah zeldo. wen i travel 2 da america i ask for da zeldo and dey giv me dis. now i vary hapy an i bring dis gam bac 2 africa. it was best gam of mah life oder than rhino hunting. but soon giraffe eat it now i sad
  69. blitzkreiig
    Nov 23, 2014
    10
    Awesome game.... My first Zelda game. What a way to get introduced to the series. Controls for the ds are superb. Easy to get into for ask first timers.
  70. Fancypenguin
    Apr 13, 2014
    8
    Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass is another great entry into the Zelda franchise, if disappointing given its pedigree. Phantom Hourglass continues the Wind Waker storyline, and that along with the characters that this storyline introduces like Tetra and Linebeck make it one of my favorite storylines in the the franchise. Phantom Hourglass draws heavily on Wind Waker as an influence,Legend of Zelda Phantom Hourglass is another great entry into the Zelda franchise, if disappointing given its pedigree. Phantom Hourglass continues the Wind Waker storyline, and that along with the characters that this storyline introduces like Tetra and Linebeck make it one of my favorite storylines in the the franchise. Phantom Hourglass draws heavily on Wind Waker as an influence, almost to a fault (Much like Twilight Princess did with OOT) The sailing mechanic is back, as well as the art style from wind waker, which looks really good on the DS graphic wise. The sailing is fun and adventurous just like in Wind Waker, but unfortunately the game itself is linear (meaning that you have to do dungeons in a set order, as opposed to WW where you could explore and complete each dungeon in whatever order you wanted.) This is unfortunate because it lessens the sense of exploration brought on by the sailing. The touch controls are also very innovative. While the novelty for touch only controls wears off very quickly and they don't always work 100% correctly for movement, drawing on the map is very fun and helpful. Being able to draw your route on the map while sailing is very cool and helpful because you can just set it and focus on fighting enemies, maybe having to make subtle adjustments once in a while. A lot of the puzzles revolve around marking things on the map and then finding them, which is a cool feature. Using the stylus to draw a path to throw the boomerang is also a cool, and feels more natural than just tapping a button and having it go in one direction. The game also cleverly uses the DS mic to do things like blow dust off of map charts. Upgrading your ship is addictive and a very cool game mechanic, as is dredging for chests on the ocean floor in places marked on your map by finding treasure charts. The combat and dungeons as always in Zelda games are great. The touch controls lend themselves well to combat and the dungeons are well designed, though a bit easy per series standards. This game however has one glaring flaw that may turn a lot of people off. That is the Temple of the Ocean King. For some reason, they found the need to make you return to the same uninteresting, not particularly well designed dungeon after every real dungeon. This is not only incredibly lazy, but also really interrupts the flow of the game. I always tell people that if they can survive this dungeon, you can enjoy the rest of the game. Furthermore, the soundtrack is relatively weak by Zelda standards, though Linebeck's theme is one of my favorites of the series. Unfortunately, while this game is very kid/Zelda starter friendly, the more seasoned Zelda fans may find the dungeons and bosses too easy. Overall, Phantom hourglass is a great addition to the Zelda franchise and, despite its flaws, is a thoroughly enjoyable experience, and i recommend it to any fan of the franchise (unless you're one of those poser/whiny Zelda fans that always compares every new Zelda to their personal favorite, not being able to enjoy every game on their own merit, or just trashes them because its different.) if you're this type of fan, just ignore it, it doesn't deserve your attention anyway. While this game is far from the best the series has seen, it is still a great game in its own right and worthy of a play through.… Expand
  71. foxneo
    Oct 17, 2021
    8
    If you remove the repetitive end-game dungeon that jolts you and the awfully long final boss, the game will be 10/10
  72. Vataro
    Mar 16, 2015
    9
    Allein Lineback bereitete mir schon Spaß genug , aber auch die Ideen der Dungeons haben mir gefallen . Nur die schwammige Steuerung und Grafik bereiteten mir manchmal Sorgen , trotzdem ist es gut , aber Spirit Tracks ist besser ;)
  73. fcbass
    Jun 5, 2021
    10
    เกมส์โคตรสนุก การใช้ปากกาในการควมคุม มันส้รางสรรค์มากๆ วิธีหาทางไปต่อ Puzzle ต่างๆ ไอเดียบรรเจิดมากๆ
  74. Calandria
    Jul 30, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have to say that this game has got catch me, i know that many people feel some dissapointed, because you have to repeat, some puzzles to advance the story (The Sea Temple), and i understand the complaints, but in my case not broken my game experience.

    I put 10, because i discorver a fantastic adventure, that i felt as own, plus the characters very charismatic (Linebeck is the best mate in all saga, Ciela is great, Tetra is good (Although Zelda in Spirit Tracks is better), and the secundaries work), plus playability, with Pokémon Ranger i think that it is the best games in using tactic control)

    The plot is very good, and you read the manga of this game, it gets thril you in some moments.

    I love this game and i recommed whatever playing.    … Expand
  75. GamecubeLover
    Jul 27, 2016
    10
    Phantom Hourglass may not be the most memorable or popular but the game is actually very amazing. The story, gameplay, controls, dungeons, and everything else is perfect!
  76. SharkWaffles
    Jun 10, 2016
    10
    A wonderful experience from start to finish. The temple of the Ocean King may have been repetitive, but brought new challenges every visit. It is built perfectly around the touch controls and is truly one of the greatest games you can grab for your DS.
  77. RSD4G
    Jun 22, 2016
    10
    Nearly finished the game myself, but as for now, I can say it is so great, and even though I am playing it for the first time 9 years later, it feels so good.
    The new stylus based gameplay is very good, it's different, but it's great. The only con is that my wrist gets a little bit tired after some time playing it.
    The characters, the whole ghost-ship story and controls are amazing.    Nearly finished the game myself, but as for now, I can say it is so great, and even though I am playing it for the first time 9 years later, it feels so good.
    The new stylus based gameplay is very good, it's different, but it's great. The only con is that my wrist gets a little bit tired after some time playing it.
    The characters, the whole ghost-ship story and controls are amazing. Would totally love to see a remaster of this game.    … Expand
  78. dibdom
    Mar 14, 2017
    9
    Graphics - 10
    Music - 8
    Story - 8
    Gameplay - 9
    Content - 9
    Personal Fun - 10
    Difficulty - 7 .
  79. AKthaBeast
    Mar 25, 2018
    8
    Not the best Zelda game however it does live up to the standard that you expect from this franchise, just in a different way. In the beginning I was not a huge fan of using the stylus but the more I played it the simpler the controls became. Story is ok and comedic at times. This game is also one of the easier Zelda games I have played
  80. giannis2001
    Jul 15, 2021
    8
    Phantom Hourglass is not the best entry in Zelda series but,in general, it still remains a Zelda and it's an enjoyable one. The story is ok,the dungeons aren't very difficult but the gameplay with stylus is a fun way to play by my opinion. The game has incredible soundtrack though. It's definetely one of the best DS games though. Highly recommend it.
  81. Speedie
    Jul 29, 2019
    10
    At the end of 2018, I sat in my college dorm room wanting to relax after studying. The weekend was coming and I had some time to myself. I picked up the DS that I'd brought with me, but hadn't used yet since arriving at college. Upon looking through my game collection I came past Phantom Hourglass. This was a game I had gotten tripped up on as a kid, being that I was probably too young forAt the end of 2018, I sat in my college dorm room wanting to relax after studying. The weekend was coming and I had some time to myself. I picked up the DS that I'd brought with me, but hadn't used yet since arriving at college. Upon looking through my game collection I came past Phantom Hourglass. This was a game I had gotten tripped up on as a kid, being that I was probably too young for an adventure/puzzle game. I decided to give it a shot and see if my favorite franchise was as consistent on the DS as it always had been for home consoles, and boy was it ever.

    Before I continue, I will follow up on my past remarks. The Legend of Zelda is my favorite video game franchise, and thus I may have enjoyed the game more for the similarities and differences from its predecessors as well as follow up titles.

    The art style of the game is so childish and cute, yet right at the beginning of the game you are presented with a dark backstory. The dungeons in the game have ominous music and lighting, which makes everything so much more exciting. You begin to feel like a helpless kid, just as the main character is initially portrayed as. Then, it happens. You finish your first puzzles. You beat your first dungeon. All of a sudden, you aren't such a helpless kid anymore, you're an adventurer! You lose yourself within the game, which is constantly moving you along to new islands and throwing speed bumps in your adventure. The innocent art style and mood of the world always sticks around, and you begin to feel like it's your job to protect it. I've never become so engaged in the fun concepts of a DS game as I did with Phantom Hourglass.

    If you're finding yourself wanting to pick up a classic DS game for fun, Phantom Hourglass is a great pick, and may just pull you back to the handheld console for a bit.    … Expand
  82. OliRock92
    Jan 11, 2022
    9
    Phantom Hourglass is the best exemple of what the DS can do. Graphically, it's just what you'd expect The Wind Waker would have looked like if it came out one generation prior to the GameCube. The controls are perfect, and I mean, PERFECT. Everything responds with such precision to your own movements that if you fail at doing something, it's always your fault, not the game's. The story isPhantom Hourglass is the best exemple of what the DS can do. Graphically, it's just what you'd expect The Wind Waker would have looked like if it came out one generation prior to the GameCube. The controls are perfect, and I mean, PERFECT. Everything responds with such precision to your own movements that if you fail at doing something, it's always your fault, not the game's. The story is captivating and the characters lovable. The soundtrack is also stellar, alway pumps me up for whatever task is required of me. This is easily my favourite Nintendo DS game, although it can be a bit easy at times. People usually complain about that one dungeon you need to go back to several times, but each time you go there, you can clear it's floors much faster than the previous time, granted you use your brain and items effectively. Which reminds me, the items, the selection is also pretty good this time around. Now, navigating the sea. I think it's a little better than in TWW since it's smaller and more ennemies appear, keeping you busier. Since your boat this time has an engine too, you don't need to change the wind's direction all the time. There are several unique ilsands to explore, many optional. You can focus on the story and beat the game relatively quickly but exploration is so much fun in this game and rewarding. Anyone who loves Zelda and/OR the DS should at least give this game a try, it's truly a work of art.… Expand
  83. hocineDZ
    Jan 21, 2021
    10
    The sea atmosphere is just incredibly beautiful and i liked sailing on the boat to other islands and the use of stylus in this game is total fun once you get used to it and it is very useful to use it on the map to mark a location or to draw a path or use it to solve puzzles ect. This is a very remarkable title on the DS
  84. ylnylmn
    Jul 28, 2022
    9
    Doing something on the touch screen, communicating with the microphone. Drawing various motifs on the tablets. Marking your destinations on the map and taking notes. Enjoyable fighting mechanics. If I compare it to Wind Waker. I think there was better world design. But the dungeons were a bit weak, could be better. It's the same with puzzles. Overall I had a lot of fun, the story andDoing something on the touch screen, communicating with the microphone. Drawing various motifs on the tablets. Marking your destinations on the map and taking notes. Enjoyable fighting mechanics. If I compare it to Wind Waker. I think there was better world design. But the dungeons were a bit weak, could be better. It's the same with puzzles. Overall I had a lot of fun, the story and characters were also good. It was a game where I had a very good time.… Expand
  85. YokoHugo
    Jul 29, 2022
    8
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  86. Quintijn
    Jun 9, 2023
    9
    My introduction into the zelda series. A very solid game that I still play regularly on my old DS.
  87. Ale2P
    Feb 28, 2022
    8
    Empezaré por lo malo:
    La música, ya que en casi todo el juego se repiten los mismos 3 tracks: el de las cuevas, el de los templos y el de "isla despoblada" por así decirlo. 3 tracks muy repetitivos y desinspirados, aunque el juego sí que tiene algún tema chulo, como el de Linebeck.
    Los gráficos: no han envejecido muy bien, me parece que si lo hubiesen hecho en 2D sería mucho más    Empezaré por lo malo:
    La música, ya que en casi todo el juego se repiten los mismos 3 tracks: el de las cuevas, el de los templos y el de "isla despoblada" por así decirlo. 3 tracks muy repetitivos y desinspirados, aunque el juego sí que tiene algún tema chulo, como el de Linebeck.
    Los gráficos: no han envejecido muy bien, me parece que si lo hubiesen hecho en 2D sería mucho más agradable a la vista, aunque no me parece del todo mala decisión hacerlos en 3D, ya que el 2D podría dar lugar a confusiones con la profundidad, cosa que he notado recientemente jugando a The Minish Cap y Mario y Luigi: Compañeros en el tiempo, y en 3D se puede seguir más fielmente el estilo artístico de Wind Waker, juego del que este es secuela.
    Mapas del tesoro y piezas del barco: Por el juego hay repartidos varios mapas del tesoro ocultos que te marcan sitios en el mar donde hay tesoros. Esos tesoros suelen ser piezas de barco. El problema es que el contenido del cofre es aleatorio, y te pueden salir piezas repetidas, por lo que se hace muy complicado conseguirlas todas. Creo que había otras formas de conseguir piezas pero también eran aleatorias. Otro problema que tengo con los tesoros es que los minijuegos de la grúa se repiten con mucha frecuencia.
    Texto: En las cajas de texto no se indica qué personaje está hablando. Normalmente la cámara apunta al personaje que habla, pero no siempre es así, lo que hace difícil saber quién dice lo que pone en el texto.
    Ahora diré las cosas buenas:
    Uso de la pantalla táctil: La pantalla táctil se usa para todo en este juego, cosa que a algunas personas no les gusta, pero no es mi caso. Se usa para moverse, atacar, usar objetos, y, lo que más me gusta, dibujar en el mapa. Es una función que se usa en muchos puzles a lo largo del juego y me parece genial. Después de jugar a este juego lo echaba en falta en el resto de juegos, y me decepcionó el poco uso que se hizo de esta función en la secuela, Spirit Tracks.
    Barco: El mar, si bien pequeño, tiene unos cuantos secretos escondidos: islas con minijuegos, barcos en los que encontraremos otros personajes, y, como ya he mencionado, tesoros. Me gusta ese sentimiento de libertad que te da poder ir por donde quieras con el barco, cosa que la secuela no logro conseguir. La única pega que le veo es que tengas que marcar el camino del barco en la pantalla táctil, lo que hace el combate contra enemigos un sufrimiento. Es el único uso de la pantalla táctil en este juego que no me gusta.
    Minijuegos: son entretenidos, divertidos y complicados, y tienen buenas recompensas.

    Es un juego que disfruté mucho, y, aunque esté visto como uno de los peores The Legend of Zelda, es uno de mis favoritos.    … Expand
  88. joadson
    Jul 1, 2022
    10
    A good zelda but with a very difficult mechanics other than that the game is very good
  89. yoda55777
    May 27, 2023
    10
    Jogo bacana muito divertido história e muito legal e incrível a trilha sonora
  90. ANAKISS
    Sep 1, 2023
    9
    This game is full of lore and I liked it a lot. It's really enjoyable with Tricky and funny Dungeons, even if the movement System it's not that good. At least the things to do outside the main story aren't that much and they're also pretty useless, like obtaining the gems to power up spirits, even if their abilities are pretty hard to use well. A Bad thing is the Temple of the Ocean King,This game is full of lore and I liked it a lot. It's really enjoyable with Tricky and funny Dungeons, even if the movement System it's not that good. At least the things to do outside the main story aren't that much and they're also pretty useless, like obtaining the gems to power up spirits, even if their abilities are pretty hard to use well. A Bad thing is the Temple of the Ocean King, that requests to be redone everytime you walk inside (5/6 times).
    At least is a good game to have fun and spend some good time.    … Expand
  91. Cer2xrafa
    Aug 7, 2023
    9
    Un juego que se siente como una verdadera aventura, gran final, diseño de mazmorras, la mecánica del barco esta perfectamente puesta. Su mayor error es el templo del rey del mar, pero no está tan mal como se dice
  92. FiMaster
    Jul 14, 2023
    9
    É um ótimo jogo, um bom exemplo da fórmula Wind Wake e tão divertido quanto, talvez um dia ele também ganhe um remake.

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#1 Best DS Game of 2007
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Metascore
90

Universal acclaim - based on 57 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 56 out of 57
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 57
  3. Negative: 0 out of 57
  1. Computer and Video Games
    100
    There are many excellent games on the DS but few masterpieces. This one, though, is a masterpiece. And worth every penny you'll pay for it. [JPN Import]
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  2. Nintendo Gamer
    95
    20 of the finest gaming hours of the year. [Dec 2007, p.42]
  3. Games Master UK
    94
    It's a game that should be seen from start to finish, if only to witness some of the finest level and puzzle concoctions ever to grace a Zelda game and, without question, the finest single-player experience to grace the DS. [JPN Import; Sept 2007, p.68] Hourglass drips quality and innovation, no DS owner should be without it. [Dec 2007, p.62]
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