Blood Stone DS can be considered even better than the versions of the HD consoles and PC.

It seems that XSEED Games has not prioritized innovative mechanics, but instead the publisher's focus remains on bringing titles from the past in new outfit without leveraging the full potential of certain mechanics.

What Lies in the Multiverse was one of the best platform games I've played this year. Very accurate, with great challenges, it's not tiring and has good breaks to see the plot developing (which is all located in PT-BR, in a wonderful way). I want to go back and finish the achievements just to see if I can extract anything more from the worlds of What Lies in the Multiverse, even though it doesn't have more than one ending, which I found a bit disappointing considering the plot.

Although Persona Q doesn't satisfy those willing to play a complete Persona or Etrian Odyssey, the title is good enough to be a unique experience which can please those who like a good story and characters and those who like to explore and battle.

World Splitter is a very beautiful puzzle platformer, with a big replay factor due to several available achievements and a multiplayer mode. Its innovative gameplay is a nice fresh touch for platformers and makes for extremely satisfying puzzles to solve.

Heaven's Vault is an exotic title that will catch one's eye for its beautiful artistic style. The game combines narrative adventure with code resolution in an open, nonlinear world. It also involves mystery, as you need to unravel the story by searching and solving codes. Puzzle and graphic novel enthusiasts will definitely love it.

Story of Seasons: Pioneers of Olive Town shows that the franchise can maintain its established formula by taking risks in other ways like Stardew Valley and Animal Crossing without the fear of losing its own charm. A game recommended for both fans and newcomers to the farming experience.

Moon is not a perfect game. However, even with failures in some technical points, its qualities show it can be considered one of the best DS games recently launched and that it is healthy to find other sources for genres usually stepped aside. Never before a publisher was so categorical at this point, but, definitely, this game must not be forgotten.

After a 14-year hiatus, Shinobi: Art of Vengeance returns with a fresh formula, flawless art direction, and a more accessible experience for new generations. The game does have room for improvement (especially in its story) but nothing that detracts from the fun and compact campaign.

Although Wii Music seems stupid, it really goes beyond a game. It's not perfect, naturally, as there are failures in the game's production, such as the lack of more Nintendo songs. But with Wii Music, what Miyamoto said about "musical teachings" really comes to mind.

Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, it’s a fantastic experience and a must play to anyone who enjoys the platform genre. Certainly it’s one of the best games that will be released to the Nintendo Switch in 2021. No matter if you are an old fan of the bandicoot or someone who just wants to enjoy a platform, you can’t go wrong with this game. Still, know that although the entire premise may seem childish, Crash Bandicoot 4: It’s About Time, might give you a really hardcore challenge if you decide to 100% everything in this game.

Super Bomberman Collection is one of the best examples of how to bring classics in an tidy and dedicated way. The package contains 5 main games, plus 2 extras and lots of bonus material. However, it is lacking in the online mode and other secondary aspects.

Despite history and multiplayer limitations, Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection provides an incredibly satisfying experience to players. Its gameplay carries the entire legacy of the franchise and, together with the wonderful art and soundtrack, transports us to an epic and adventurous fairy tale. The combination of nostalgia and innovation makes Ghosts ‘n Goblins Resurrection a welcoming game, both for beginners and hardcore gamers. This game is a love letter to the first titles.

Charming, Mutant Mudds does not change the genre, but certainly pleases those who are already fans.

Mary Skelter 2 brings an experience that complements the original in a lot of ways such as story and gameplay. Each title by itself are good games with some flaws, but the whole package is an unique DRPG that is worth playing especially if you are a fan of the genre.

Famicom Detective Club: The Girl Who Stands Behind is a better prequel than its predecessor, with an even more intriguing story, supernatural elements, and richer and more diverse characters, despite not being a very fluid game to play.

A sequel to a game that nobody remembered, Beyond the Ice Palace II is a welcome new addition to the 2D platform indie metroidvania library, with great action and puzzle mechanics, an amazing atmosphere, and outstanding music. It's a bit too short, has some bugs, but nothing that ruins the fun experience.

GluMe is a great addition to the Nintendo Switch's puzzle library, and a must-buy for anyone who loves the genre and craves something genuinely innovative.

Death Road to Canada is a title that chooses to change the current horror genre by bringing together RPG elements, lots of action and a well-crafted and very detailed retro art style. Certainly, it is one of my favorite indie games this year for switch owners.

Even being tied together by a cliched plot, Ghost Recon: Shadow Wars offers complex and fun gameplay, with a considerably sized campaign mode and extra missions. The simplistic graphics and lack of decent multiplayer options are a shame, but do not nullify the qualities of the game, that touches fans of the tactical genre in all the right places.

With Just Dance 3, Ubisoft maintains its hegemony in dancing games on the Wii, and bet on fun to reach an even wider audience.

Serious Sam Collection brings great shooting titles to the Switch with a simple, but addicting and fun gameplay. Each title brings enough reasons to be replayed a lot of times, either to find more secrets or get more points in each level. The Collection also gives an excellent opportunity for a new public to know what the Serious Sam series is all about.

Penny Punching Princess brings a story about capitalism with a lot of humor along with a fun and challenging gameplay. It’s recommended for those who like 2D beat-them-ups that can be enjoyed in small bursts.

Doom Eternal is a sequence that dares to touch on everything from its predecessor, be it for the good or for the bad. New mechanics freshens up the gameplay and complements a much needed new art direction, level design and multiplayer. Those aspects clash with a narrative exposition that feels out of place and a new combat flow that doesn’t encourage creative strategies. The Switch versions presents incredible performance given the platforms limits but, for some, the halved framerate will not be enough for that level of action.

It's a stylish adventure that can be enjoyed two or three times in a short amount of time and entertains because of its simplicity.

If you like classic RPGs and, most important, reading, Crimson Shroud will be your thing.

The Wandering Village is a breath of fresh air in the city-builder genre. Juggling a thriving settlement atop the back of a massive, living creature that you have to take care of offers a delightfully unique twist — and while the story isn't the deepest, the sheer variety of gameplay modes ensures hundreds of hours of engaging playtime — an absolute gem.

Spider-Man: Shattered Dimensions is a very competent platformer for the DS.

n-Space impressed with Call of Duty series and impressed even more with James Bond.

Vengeance is the definitive version of SMT V, however, it will not change the opinion of those that bounced off from the original. Those who loved it will find a considerable amount of new content to justify the new purchase. Those that had a mid experience with the original might want to give this a chance when the opportunity comes.

Pipistrello and the cursed yoyo has a unique gameplay with its yo-yo, a platform challenge game that is somewhat difficult, but that gives a good feeling of achievement when passing some insane challenges. Highly recommended for those looking for challenges, fun stories, reviews with an irreverent tone and, of course, yo-yo fans.

Swear EA at will, but, if you're a fan of sports games, you must play NBA Jam, one of the possible competitors for sports game of the year.

Definitely it's not the game that will make the character return to its golden age. It's fun, well produced, its physical needs understanding and requires adaptation of the player and makes numerous references to the previous games.

Deadly Premonition is a rare game that gives much more than the simple sum of it’s parts. It’s a title recommended to those that can accept terrible production values in exchange for a truly unique and special experience.

It's almost impossible that We Are OFK will be played with indifference. You'll either love it or hate it, be it because of the style, the story, the gameplay, or the beats. This means the game is worth experiencing, and I can assure you the experience is unique and will also introduce you to a new indie band.

As part of a saga, however, Dark Dawn leaves a lot to be desired, even more considering all the commotion regarding the series' new rise. And no matter it's quality or commendable status as an RPG, the game is inevitably a dark dawn to Golden Sun fans.

Spy Chameleon is nothing more than a very simple idea brilliantly executed.

While conservative, The Starship Damrey is a reminder that stimulating the imagination of the player is the most efficient tool that a developer has.

Dragon’s Dogma is one of Capcom’s most ambitious RPGs and it’s Switch version also impresses. It’s a great title to be played on the go, especially because the whole adventure can take up to dozens of hours.

Nintendo loses the chance of releasing an "Excellent" game, as it only remains "Great" because of the repeated graphics engine and only being an upgrade to "Mario Superstar Baseball."

If you don't like the philosophy of "play, create and share", maybe you won't like D.I.Y.. But, still, the package of 90 microgames can be interesting.

The third entry of the Azure Strike Gunvolt series is worth trying for Mega Man fans, despite some confusing UI-related things here and there.

New Super Luigi U is a great idea from a Nintendo still trying new ways to make DLC and one that works really well for its purpose.

If you're willing to try something new or already know other titles of the genre, it's a great way to have fun until the next visual novel.

Blood: Refreshed Supply brings back a lesser known yet excellent classic FPS, now enhanced with numerous quality-of-life improvements that can be customized for players who prefer to stick with the original nostalgic experience. With plenty of stages and secrets to discover, it’s a guaranteed good time both for newcomers looking to explore the title and for veterans of the classic created by Monolith.

Without the Balance Board, stay away. If you have it buried in the closet, however, Horizon Riders, with his frank and entertaining action, is the best reason to take it from there.

Rushing Beat X: Return of Brawl Brothers is a great game, almost on the level of Streets of Rage 4, as a beat ’em up that stood out from others in the genre thanks to its beautiful aesthetics and deep mechanics. Sadly, it falls short due to its lack of challenge and dumb AI. Even so, if you’re looking for a beat ’em up among the titles available on Nintendo platforms, this is one of the best on the list.

Islanders is an extremely minimalist and satisfying game, both in graphics and gameplay. You just need to look for the best possible score for each building, the game seems really simple, but can become extremely addictive and challenging.

Hindsight 20/20: Wrath of The Raakshasa brings a much welcome Indian touch to the gaming universe, in a very well made action adventure in which your choices really matter. Moreover, hard moral decisions that don't have a judgment to follow make this game different every time you play it.

A very accurate and well remastered simulator. Guaranteed fun.

So, after breaking and reassembling everything, what's left? Another hit from Intelligent Systems, which again leaves the comfort zone and give us something different and complex, but at the same time friendly and inviting.

The queen of the adventures 3D didn't disappointed in the first episode of Tales of Monkey Island, doing justice to the classical series, the title should last about 4 hours with its various puzzles. With perfect gameplay for the genre and intriguing story, the game is a must for fans new and old style. Some may consider a problem that, unlike Strong Bad, all the chapters need to be downloaded for complete the story -- something that would cost 5000 points -- or the price of a regular game.

Steven Universe focuses less on world interaction and more on combat, which is odd considering the protagonist rant on peace, but it’s still a great RPG to kill some time and the Switch port is excellent.

Luffy and the Riverside takes inspiration from classic collectathon games, but has its own identity. Its trading mechanics bring a unique and innovative gameplay that fits well with the paper goods style. Perfect for fans of puzzles, riddles and platformers.

Quake is an old title, but a must play if you like fast paced first person shooters. The essence of Quake is in it’s gameplay, being the main reason to give this title a chance.

If you don't care about plagiarism, you will have much fun with Sonic & SEGA All-Stars Racing. It's a pleasant surprise.

Even though Sticker Star has some problems, it is a very enjoyable adventure.

Hunter x Hunter: Nen x Impact is a compact game with little content, but with very competent and well executed fighting mechanics.

House of the Dead 2 Remake returns as a zombie; its gameplay style perfectly suits the current Nintendo console, being a challenging arcade classic with plenty of action and violence straight out of the 1990s. Despite the difficulty, its campaign is quite fun and perfect for a game night.

Phoenix Wright is welcome on WiiWare. It's a fantastic game and should be played by anyone that doesn't have the DS version. Otherwise, prefer the DS version.

Anno: Mutationem is not just one more Indie game on the market, it's a must buy for those who want a fulfilling experience in a Cyberpunk universe. Although a little rough around some edges, like the NPC dialogues and imprecise jumps, there is nothing that spoils the great experience this game provides.

Renegade Kid proves to be a developer faithful to Nintendo DS and that is in the right way, maintaining what is good and fixing the errors. This a game of the type that deserves to be appreciated in the silent night.

FUR Squadron Phoenix is a roguelite sequel to the indie game FUR Squadron. Heavily inspired by Star Fox, the game features spaceship mechanics with procedurally generated environments and various upgrades. It only falls short in some missing elements, such as multiplayer and checkpoints.

Shantae and the Seven Sirens is a good game for those who want some fun time in a Metroidvania game. The game style returns to the series origins while bringing several quality of life improvements that make the gameplay smoothier. Besides being too easy and having loading screens that show up too often, the game experience is still really enjoyable, and everyone who likes either Shantae's games or Metroidvania games should definitely spend a few hors with Shantae in this tropical paradise.

Mario Tennis Ace is another must have for the Switch library. With various forms of play, it appeals to different types of players of different ages and genres, for hours and hours . The main issue: we have a great competitive game, but with a poor online performance, leaving a bitter taste of having bought an incomplete game.

Smoke and Sacrifice has a narrative that keep the player curious from beginning to end. The graphics and soundtrack blend together in a memorable way. Featuring a very intuitive crafting system and a simple combat system. Overall, it's a great game for those who like the genre, but for new players it might be ignored.

My Friend Pedro is a very interesting indie game that focuses in it’s gameplay. Master its different mechanics, obtain bigger scores and make true mayhem without ever stopping is the game’s main point. It requires a certain dexterity from the player, but it rewards him with a great show of blood, bullets and bananas.

Very fluid and practically "endless" gameplay.

Story of Seasons has all the features that are expected from a game of the series and adds numerous ideas.

N++ is a simple platform game and it completely focuses on that aspect, bringing an almost limitless amount of content to those that wish to master it’s unique style of platforming. To those that like games that require a lot of precision from players and don’t mind some considerable difficulty, N++ is a great recommendation.

You don't control a thief that fights Napoleon with dance and music every day.

Despite the controversy, Tokyo Ghoul proved to be an excellent way to bring anime/manga elements into Dead by Daylight. Ken Kaneki makes for a powerful and enjoyable Killer to play, though frustratingly oppressive to face. His design fits DBD's core gameplay seamlessly—with some balancing tweaks, he could be perfect. It's just a shame his Perks don't quite live up to the same standard.

Outlast is an excellent addition to the Switch's library. An acclaimed game that raises the bar for horror and survival beyond what we are used to and it's essential to those that like the genre. However, it would be better if the Switch version had an addition or feature to differentiate itself from the other versions.

Story of Seasons: Friends of Mineral Town brings several aspects that players of the genre, and especially longtime fans of the franchise will appreciate as a remake, but could have improved the experience with more personalizations and more depth through never seen before content.

deblob 2 reuses the concept of its predecessor and adds the most characteristic elements of a platformer, becoming surprisingly good.

Mario Party 9 is unlike anything in the series before, although it seems familiar.

Pokémon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet had everything to be the best generation in the history of the franchise, and maybe these games still are, but the expansive and fun story is hurt by the enormous amount of visual bugs and performance issues, as well as the fact that the movement freedom is limited by the fixed levels of challenges. Despite that, it's a game worth playing.

Pokémon Scarlet & Pokémon Violet had everything to be the best generation in the history of the franchise, and maybe these games still are, but the expansive and fun story is hurt by the enormous amount of visual bugs and performance issues, as well as the fact that the movement freedom is limited by the fixed levels of challenges. Despite that, it's a game worth playing.

A fantastic historical / interactive / playable document and sometimes irregular, expressed in its good and bad moments.

It's fun, challenging and has a high replay value, and also has very good graphics. But at the same time is limited, short and somewhat repetitive.

Recommended for those who like side-scrolling action games and for those who miss the 16-bits era.

Quickly speaking, the game is very good even if it needs a bit of patience due to a slow start. The game brings a true sensation of hunting and all the satisfaction involved after learning it's ropes. Monster Hunter Generations Ultimate, unfortunately, also brings dated graphics and long loading times.

Far from perfect, Batman: The Brave and the Bold - The Videogame for DS still shines and has its value.

Whoever did not play Wild World, try this one. But anyone who already has the DS version must seriously think about it before buying Animal Crossing: City Folk. Any doubts? Stay with the DS version.

Lost in Shadow is a unique, rewarding and well crafted experience.

Princess Peach: Showtime! is a quick, easy, and direct game. It's a fantastic introduction to platformers, with great graphics and minimal difficulty. Enjoy the surprisingly varied gameplay in this short game, assuming you don't mind it being this short.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are a purchase to consider. It’s almost essential to the fans who waited so long for this game. It fixes some basic errors and annoying issues from the original versions and shows what makes the region so beloved. However, if you don't make a point for cute graphics, or if you have a Pokémon Platinum cartridge at home, it would be way better to keep your savings and wait to adventure yourself in Hisui next year.

Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl are a purchase to consider. It’s almost essential to the fans who waited so long for this game. It fixes some basic errors and annoying issues from the original versions and shows what makes the region so beloved. However, if you don't make a point for cute graphics, or if you have a Pokémon Platinum cartridge at home, it would be way better to keep your savings and wait to adventure yourself in Hisui next year.

Hitman: Blood Money - Reprisal is a game that's different from almost everything else in the Switch library. If you like stealth games with a lot of violence and room for creativity, the dinner is served, even if it is a little dated. Especially at this price, put the kids to sleep and have fun.

Even with some minor flaws like the little VARIETY regarding the levels and the number of Keydrons, ThruSpace becomes compelling and worth 800 Wii Points for your purchase, turning itself in a different puzzle game, but unambitious.

By the Wii Shop Channel's description, Nintendo believes this game is relaxing, but I found difficult to relax when what I most did was huffing about my planet which didn't go on the direction I wanted. I recommend this game to everyone who wanted a great portion of difficult, but the ones who get mad easily must run away from it.

Boyfriend Dungeon is an extremely creative game that appeals to an unusual story that works in a surprising way. It has charismatic characters and gives the player complete freedom of choice. The downside is the low difficulty of combat and gameplay.

Even without unique characteristics, provides uncompromised fun.

While Fashion Dreamer may not be a game for everyone, it is exactly what it promises to be: a game where fashion fans can spend dozens of hours trying to find the perfect look.

Red Wings: American Aces is a great game for those looking for an arcade style shooter and with plenty of potential pro multiplayer (especially because it is coming out pretty cheap). He could be a little fairer in solo mode. I would love to be able to go online and always find a room to play.

Mega Man 10 is a good game and an excellent choice for fans of the series, but not even nearly has same impact of Mega Man 9.

Terminator 2D: NO FATE is a beautiful pixel-art homage that moves away from the traditional movie-licensed game formula and brings a more indie-inspired style to the classic portrayed by Arnold Schwarzenegger. Fast, nostalgic, and frenetic, the game falls short of delivering a deeper and longer-lasting experience to the classic, even while offering alternative endings.

Cotton 100% is pure nostalgia and brings with it the best shoot ‘em ups of its time, a great combination of gameplay and visuals. It's just a shame they didn't localize the game's dialogues into English at least.