TrackMania DS

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  • Summary: TrackMania, the series of racing games focusing on fun and frantic racing, now makes its debut on the Nintendo DS. Far from hardcore driving simulations, TrackMania is based on the fun and the spectacular aspect of racing. With TrackMania DS, you drive at mind-blowing speeds on incredibleTrackMania, the series of racing games focusing on fun and frantic racing, now makes its debut on the Nintendo DS. Far from hardcore driving simulations, TrackMania is based on the fun and the spectacular aspect of racing. With TrackMania DS, you drive at mind-blowing speeds on incredible tracks made of jumps, loops, turbo boost pads and many other crazy design elements. Just like the renowned PC version, TrackMania DS offers a track editor that lets you create your own unique and exciting tracks from hundreds of different design blocks, giving the game near-infinite replay value. [Focus Home Interactive]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 24 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 38
  3. Negative: 0 out of 38
  1. Official Nintendo Magazine UK
    86
    From time to time a game really creeps out of nowhere and takes you by surprise. A handheld version of a cult PC game, Trackmania is one such gem. [Dec 2008, p.96]
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  2. Worth Playing
    85
    I'd definitely suggest Trackmania DS to anyone who was or is a fan of the PC title, and while the developers haven't managed to bring over every single detail to this handheld port, they've managed to really capture the essence of Trackmania to provide a great portable method of getting your fix.
  3. games(TM)
    80
    All in all, Trackmania DS is a very worthy addition to both the series and the DS's catalogue of racers, and its multiplayer mode while sadly unable to support Wi-Fi, still allows for some heated competition among friends. [Dec 2008, p.]
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  4. Cheat Code Central
    78
    While not as robust as the PC versions, this game packs a ton of gameplay with high replay potential onto a single cart.
  5. Jolt Online Gaming UK
    75
    In terms of overall content, TrackMania DS does a pretty good job of mimicking the PC version.
  6. Destructoid
    70
    Despite these flaws, we still like TrackMania DS for being a game that doesn't take itself too seriously. If you don't take it that seriously, we think you'll have a pretty good time with this game. The lack of online multiplayer and course trading is a real shame, though.
  7. Gaming Nexus
    50
    TrackMania DS gets the basics of the series right on a handheld, and that’s decently impressive.

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  1. Positive: 4 out of 6
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 6
  3. Negative: 0 out of 6
  1. ChargerKiller84
    Apr 27, 2020
    10
    I don't care what anyone says, Trackmania DS is the best racer on the DS. Heck, maybe even better than Mario Kart DS. The track editor in thisI don't care what anyone says, Trackmania DS is the best racer on the DS. Heck, maybe even better than Mario Kart DS. The track editor in this game is insane (by DS standards) and you will never get bored of it for a while.… Expand
  2. JonH
    Mar 30, 2009
    8
    Despite a few bugs and glitches, I found this game very fun and the editor is very simple and easy to understand. Worth what I paid for it.
  4. DarrenZ
    Jul 21, 2009
    8
    The same "Just one more race!" addictiveness of the PC version in the palm of your hand. It's not perfect, but it is very good and fun. The same "Just one more race!" addictiveness of the PC version in the palm of your hand. It's not perfect, but it is very good and fun. It's a pity it doesn't also feature its big brother's competitive online offering, but that's why it gets an 8 instead of a 9. Best part is that it can be picked up a song these days. I recnetly bought it for $9 from Gamestop.… Expand
  5. 0235
    Mar 4, 2011
    8
    while the controls are somehow more comlicated than on PC, this game is amazing. there is to odd bug that can get frustrating, but the amountwhile the controls are somehow more comlicated than on PC, this game is amazing. there is to odd bug that can get frustrating, but the amount of editing that can be done is just great… Expand
  6. MikeM
    Nov 22, 2008
    7
    I'm liking it, but the clipping issues can be a very frustrating issue. Some parts of several tracks, even though they are most I'm liking it, but the clipping issues can be a very frustrating issue. Some parts of several tracks, even though they are most definitely meant to be solid, aren't really. Your car will dip into these portions, and sometimes fall completely through them to the ground. In other cases, it will "jump" back out, but you'll be slowed enough by this that attaining any medal will be impossible. Impressive game for the DS for certain (I wasn't expecting it to rival the PC versions), but the clipping glitches really bring it down. Could've been an 8, at least, as far as I'm concerned.… Expand
  7. ma1hieu
    Nov 11, 2013
    6
    A good racing game and puzzler. Works surprisingly well on the small DS screen, with good graphics all round. It has some replay potential,A good racing game and puzzler. Works surprisingly well on the small DS screen, with good graphics all round. It has some replay potential, but it doesn't really succeed in enticing you to keep coming back to it. Creating tracks is a tricky business on a small screen, but the ability to share them with friends is a good one. The multiplayer is disappointingly lacking Wi-Fi, but is still good fun with friends. Overall, if the game is cheap (and I mean CHEAP), get it and have a few evening's fun out of it.… Expand

Awards & Rankings

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#35 Best DS Game of 2009
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#37 Most Discussed DS Game of 2009