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Advance Wars: Days of Ruin
xx
Alvin and the Chipmunks
xx
Aly & AJ Adventure, The
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American Girl: Julie Finds a Way
xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
Asterix at the Olympic Games
64
Avatar: The Last Airbender - The Burning Earth
xx
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xx
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xx
Barbie as The Island Princess
xx
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58
Bee Movie Game
xx
Ben 10: Protector of Earth
xx
Betty Boop's Double Shift
xx
Bomberman Land Touch! 2
65
Bomberman Story DS
59
Boogie
69
Boulder Dash: Rocks!
xx
Brain Challenge
xx
Bratz 4 Real
xx
Bubble Bobble Double Shot
63
Build-A-Bear Workshop
74
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
69
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xx
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xx
Cocoto Kart Racer
83
Contra 4
69
Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends
xx
Crazy Pig
xx
CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Dark Motives
75
Dementium: The Ward
xx
Disney Princess: Magical Jewels
xx
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves The Mermaids
xx
Dr. Seuss: How The Grinch Stole Christmas
73
Draglade
75
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
xx
Dungeon Explorer: Warriors of Ancient Arts
60
EA Playground
xx
Eco Creatures: Save the Forest
xx
Ed, Edd n Eddy: Scam of the Century
51
El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera
xx
Elements of Destruction
xx
Enchanted
xx
Fashion Designer: Style Icon
xx
FIFA Street 3
xx
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates
81
Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings
50
Fish Tycoon
59
Flash Focus: Vision Training in Minutes a Day
xx
Foster's Home for Imaginary Friends: Imagination Invaders
72
Front Mission
61
Fullmetal Alchemist: Trading Card Game
79
Geometry Wars: Galaxies
xx
Go, Diego, Go! Safari Rescue
26
Godzilla: Unleashed Double Smash
43
Golden Compass, The
xx
GoPets: Vacation Island
62
Hannah Montana: Music Jam
xx
Homie Rollerz
71
Horse Life
xx
Hot Wheels: Beat That!
xx
Imagine Animal Doctor
xx
Imagine Babyz
xx
Imagine Fashion Designer
xx
Imagine Figure Skater
xx
Imagine Master Chef
50
Indianapolis 500 Legends
xx
Insecticide
36
Jackass the Game
33
Jenga: World Tour
38
John Deere: Harvest in the Heartland
53
Left Brain Right Brain
80
LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga
61
LifeSigns: Surgical Unit
xx
Luxor: Pharaoh's Challenge
xx
M&M's Kart Racing
xx
Mahjong Quest Expeditions
69
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
73
Mario Party DS
69
Master of Illusion
xx
Mega Brain Boost
78
Mega Man ZX Advent
49
Miami Nights: Singles in the City
xx
Monster Jam
64
MX vs. ATV Untamed
xx
My Animal Centre in Australia
xx
My Horse and Me
72
My Word Coach
59
Myst
68
Nanostray 2
44
Napoleon Dynamite: The Game
57
Naruto: Path of the Ninja
74
Need for Speed ProStreet
70
Neves
xx
Nicktoons: Attack of the Toybots
xx
Ninja Reflex
xx
OMG 26: Our Mini Games
71
Ontamarama
68
Orcs & Elves
68
Panzer Tactics DS
xx
Petz Wild Animals: Dolphinz
80
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations
xx
Power Play Pool
44
Power Rangers: Super Legends
73
Prism: Light the Way
xx
Pro Evolution Soccer 2008
41
Puzzle de Harvest Moon
xx
Ratatouille Food Frenzy
57
Rayman Raving Rabbids 2
xx
Real Football 2008
26
Rhythm 'n Notes: Improve Your Music Skills
xx
Sea Monsters: A Prehistoric Adventure
33
Showtime Championship Boxing
54
Shrek: Ogres and Dronkeys
69
Simpsons Game, The
66
Sims 2: Castaway, The
xx
Solitaire Overload
xx
Spiderwick Chronicles, The
xx
SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis
xx
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake
xx
Suite Life of Zack & Cody: Circle of Spies, The
70
Super Collapse! 3
79
Tony Hawk's Proving Ground
74
Ultimate Mortal Kombat
60
Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command
77
WordJong
xx
World Series of Poker 2008: Battle for the Bracelets
60
World Snooker Championship: Season 2007-08
62
WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW 2008
xx
Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship Tournament 2008
54
Zoo Hospital
xx
Zoo Tycoon 2 DS
85
Advance Wars: Days of Ruin
83
Contra 4
81
Final Fantasy XII: Revenant Wings
80
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney - Trials and Tribulations
80
LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga
79
Geometry Wars: Galaxies
79
Tony Hawk's Proving Ground
78
Mega Man ZX Advent
77
WordJong
75
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker
75
Dementium: The Ward
74
Need for Speed ProStreet
74
Call of Duty 4: Modern Warfare
74
Ultimate Mortal Kombat
73
Prism: Light the Way
73
Draglade
73
Mario Party DS
72
My Word Coach
72
Front Mission
71
Ontamarama
71
Horse Life
70
Super Collapse! 3
70
Neves
69
Master of Illusion
69
Cars Mater-National
69
Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends
69
Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
69
Simpsons Game, The
69
Boulder Dash: Rocks!
68
Orcs & Elves
68
Nanostray 2
68
Panzer Tactics DS
66
Sims 2: Castaway, The
65
Bomberman Story DS
64
Avatar: The Last Airbender - The Burning Earth
64
MX vs. ATV Untamed
63
Build-A-Bear Workshop
62
Hannah Montana: Music Jam
62
WWE SmackDown! vs. RAW 2008
61
LifeSigns: Surgical Unit
61
Fullmetal Alchemist: Trading Card Game
60
Warhammer 40,000: Squad Command
60
EA Playground
60
World Snooker Championship: Season 2007-08
59
Myst
59
Boogie
59
Flash Focus: Vision Training in Minutes a Day
58
Bee Movie Game
57
Naruto: Path of the Ninja
57
Rayman Raving Rabbids 2
54
Shrek: Ogres and Dronkeys
54
Zoo Hospital
53
Left Brain Right Brain
51
El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera
50
Fish Tycoon
50
Indianapolis 500 Legends
49
Miami Nights: Singles in the City
44
Power Rangers: Super Legends
44
Napoleon Dynamite: The Game
43
Golden Compass, The
41
Puzzle de Harvest Moon
38
John Deere: Harvest in the Heartland
36
Jackass the Game
33
Jenga: World Tour
33
Showtime Championship Boxing
26
Rhythm 'n Notes: Improve Your Music Skills
26
Godzilla: Unleashed Double Smash
xx
Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: Ring of Fates
xx
Mahjong Quest Expeditions
xx
Chessmaster: The Art of Learning
xx
Strawberry Shortcake: The Four Seasons Cake
xx
Yu-Gi-Oh! World Championship Tournament 2008
xx
Petz Wild Animals: Dolphinz
xx
Brain Challenge
xx
Bomberman Land Touch! 2
xx
Luxor: Pharaoh's Challenge
xx
Ben 10: Protector of Earth
xx
Elements of Destruction
xx
Assassin's Creed: Altair's Chronicles
xx
Monster Jam
xx
Zoo Tycoon 2 DS
xx
Imagine Master Chef
xx
Go, Diego, Go! Safari Rescue
xx
SpongeBob's Atlantis SquarePantis
xx
Hot Wheels: Beat That!
xx
Imagine Animal Doctor
xx
Suite Life of Zack & Cody: Circle of Spies, The
xx
Solitaire Overload
xx
Dora the Explorer: Dora Saves The Mermaids
xx
Animal Paradise
xx
Mega Brain Boost
xx
Power Play Pool
xx
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xx
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Disney Princess: Magical Jewels
xx
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xx
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xx
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World Series of Poker 2008: Battle for the Bracelets
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
OMG 26: Our Mini Games
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CSI: Crime Scene Investigation: Dark Motives
xx
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Cocoto Kart Racer
xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
Imagine Babyz
xx
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xx
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xx
Backyard Football 2008
xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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xx
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Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time |
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In this sequel to Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga, the brothers travel back in time to retrieve Princess Peach, only to come face to face with baby versions of themselves, the princess and Bowser. Teaming up with their young selves will soon send Mario and Luigi on a quest of lunatic proportions as players must control both the adult AND baby versions of the Mushroom Kingdom heroes. Players use the top screen to study the land, keep track of the pair of brothers not under their control or maximize combo moves in battle. With twice the Mario brothers and twice the laughs, this massive side-splitting adventure could only find a home on the dual screens of the Nintendo DS. [Nintendo]
PUBLISHER: |
Nintendo |
DEVELOPER: |
AlphaDream |
GENRE(S): |
Role-Playing Game |
PLAYERS: |
1 |
ESRB RATING: |
E (Everyone) |
RELEASE DATE: |
November 28, 2005 |
All critic scores are converted to a 100-point scale. If a critic does not indicate a score, we assign a score based on the general impression given by the text of the review. Learn more...
100
Modojo
Not a guarantee that it's a game for everyone, but rather a big fat A+ for Alphadream when it comes to Advanced Game Design. This game is the cream of the portable gaming crop, and you'll be really hard-ressed not to be taken in by at least one of it's plentiful charms.
96
Nintendojo
Fantastic. With an insane plot, goofy characters and some incredibly well-designed gameplay, this is a game which should be on the must-buy list of any DS owner who does not hate fun.
96
Just RPG
A plot that is both epic and comical, a quirky and addictive battle system, beautiful graphics and music, and retro charm. Along with Meteos, this is a DS must-have.
95
eToychest
Anyone else with a heartbeat, a DS and forty bucks should pick this game up immediately.
92
Cheat Code Central
Mario is no stranger to RPGs but there are probably no stranger RPGs than this one. Highly recommended.
92
Worth Playing
An engaging narrative that actually inspires an urge to read all the text, fun and evolving combat, and a smooth coat of presentational polish make Mario and Luigi: Partners in Time a compelling package.
91
Pelit (Finland)
A fun and interesting RPG. The clever combat system works almost perfectly. Too bad the touchscreen is not used. [Mar 2006]
90
Games Radar
Despite being a very solid RPG, it never takes itself too seriously. There's just something very cheeky, almost silly about it all (and the game really focuses on this) as it throws one ridiculous situation at you after the next.
90
Electric Playground
A solid follow-up to Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga (GBA), this game sticks to its predecessor's proven game play, adding updated graphics, a new story and a couple of extra Mario Bros., making for one of the most enjoyable DS titles to date.
90
DarkStation
Some may scoff at a Mario RPG, but this turn-based masterpiece is perfect for the increasingly popular DS, featuring solid combat and trademark Nintendo feel.
90
GameSpy
There's enough action so that it doesn't really feel like an RPG, and the humor makes it all the sweeter.
90
Da Gameboyz
The ‘cuteness' of Partners in Time does not take away from any of the overall scope of the game and developers AlphaDream have done the Mario name proud with pretty graphics, great sound and great gameplay to match.
90
GameZone
Though not as innovative or as funny as the first, no fan will be able to put the game down, nor will fans be able to finish it without feeling excited and satisfied.
90
EuroGamer
It's gorgeous. It's cute. It's surprisingly deep. It's deeply satisfying. And it's oh so hilariously funny.
90
Nintendo Power
A worthy follow-up to "Superstar Saga," and the first great RPG on the DS. [Jan 2006, p.110]
90
IGN
Partners in Time has an even crazier story, funnier dialogue, more elaborate puzzles, and more action-based fights than the original game.
90
Yahoo! Games
It's just too original, funny, and innovative to ignore.
90
1UP
It's not a pure action game, it's not really an RPG...and it's not even an action-RPG. It's a successful blend of all these elements, proof that Nintendo does have some good ideas for the DS.
90
Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
As good a Mario adventure as you could hope for, and a cracking RPG in its own right. [GamesMaster]
90
N-Europe
Enjoyed "Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga"? Looking for a fun RPG on your handheld? You can’t go wrong with this title.
89
GameSpot
Partners in Time might not have as strong of a script as the previous Mario & Luigi, but it's still another charming, high quality RPG worth any DS owner's while.
89
WHAM! Gaming
As light-hearted as it is, it has a seriously addictive flavour to it and it looks and sounds great to boot.
88
N-Insanity
But don't let the linearity fool you--Partners in Time is an excellent game no matter what platform it's running on.
87
GameBrink
The only feature of the DS used is the double screens, and it's used pretty well too. I wouldn't want it any different.
86
The New York Times
Retains most of the original's brilliance, though it isn't quite as funny.
85
Electronic Gaming Monthly
Clever, addictive gameplay like this fits the Mario subject matter perfectly, but neither the story line (it's too cute to stomach, really) nor the visuals (can you say GBA?) do it justice. [Jan 2006, p.130]
85
Play Magazine
I don't often get a good belly laugh from a video game, but then not many games pack the humorous charm of Mario and Luigi 2... [Nov p.99]
85
RPG Fan
Overall, I'd recommend this game for any fan of Mario RPG titles, anyone looking for a nice solid RPG for the DS, and of course, people who enjoy smiling, since this game will brighten your mood.
84
Armchair Empire
It’s still pleasant, lighthearted fun and legions better than the embarrassing "Lunar: Dragon Song," making it the uncontested champion of DS RPGs.
83
GameShark
It also ends up being around twenty hours, so there is plenty of fun to be had in it.
83
Game Informer
It may not be the most emotionally complex RPG on the market, but it's solid entertainment with a quirky twist. [Dec 2005, p.187]
83
Game Revolution
An exceptional blend of gaming styles filled with enough irreverent humor to please old and young alike. It could stand to be harder and less linear, but in the end this marks another winner for the mustachioed mascot.
82
Gamer 2.0
Combines rock-solid and dynamic gameplay with an actually funny sense of humor. Returning gamers will find a bag full of changes, while those new to the series will have an easy time picking this up and running with it.
80
NintendoWorldReport
My opinion of Partners in Time is smeared by the battle system's flaws, which become more of an issue towards the end of the game. However, this is by far the best RPG currently available for the DS, and its use of the dual screens opens up gameplay possibilities that just aren't available on any other system.
80
GamePro
Some may yearn for a more complicated gameplay, but for those who do not, Partners in Time is still as funny and enjoyable as its predecessor.
80
GameCritics
My complaints about the storytelling and button-pressing aside, it's impossible to deny that Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time is engaging from a tactile perspective—taking out evil toadstools by kicking a red shell back and forth between the mustache brothers just never gets old.
80
Thunderbolt
It has a story chock full of hilarity, the right balance between fast-paced combat and multitasking puzzles, tons of items and a handful of memorable characters, and presents it to use in a psychedelic blend of 2D animation and a wide array of colors.
80
Total Video Games
Perhaps the only real disappointment is the game's inability to make use of the DS touch capabilities.
80
NTSC-uk
A fun, engaging, thoughtful and compelling game in its own right, and a definite purchase for those entranced by earlier iterations.
80
Sydney Morning Herald
While equally entertaining, Partners in Time inevitably lacks its predecessor's impact.
75
PALGN
The game offers around 20 hours of play for the first time through, with several sidequests. Unfortunately, the mediocre story doesn’t have enough impact to keep players enthralled for the full playthrough, and it suffers from a linear, generic world-home-world structure.
75
netjak
Partners in Time has its flaws and can get repetitive at times, but it certainly keeps you coming back for more, thanks to engaging gameplay and the unmistakable Mario charm.
75
Detroit Free Press
A fresh, entertaining title that delicately balances role-playing and classic "Mario" gameplay.
70
Edge Magazine
Often, it can be enough for a sequel to deliver more of the same, but in Superstar Saga’s case, when what the first game delivered was such a powerful sense of freshness, more of the same – which Partners In Time certainly delivers – inevitably feels like less. [Feb 2006, p.86]
60
G4 TV
The threadbare story can barely support the game’s 20 hours of gameplay and the brothers don’t have enough moves to keep the puzzle-solving fresh.
The average user rating for this game is 9.0 (out of 10) based on 23 User Votes
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