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Review of All Kamen Rider: Rider Generation on Nintendo DS

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Aug 2011
Cover image of All Kamen Rider: Rider Generation on DS
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: DS DS logo
Released: 04 Aug 2011
Genre: Beat 'em up
Developer: 7thChord
Publisher: Bandai Namco Games

Introduction

Welcome, dear gamers and couch potato warriors, to the ultimate showdown of ridiculous poses and slightly awkward transformations! Today we're diving headfirst into All Kamen Rider: Rider Generation on the Nintendo DS, a glorious beat 'em up that asks the age-old question: "What if all your favorite Kamen Riders teamed up and tackled annoying enemies instead of just posing dramatically?" Spoiler alert: the results are nothing short of spectacular.

Gameplay

Get ready to unleash your inner superhero! In Rider Generation, you take control of a shocking number of Kamen Riders, each with their own set of Radical Moves and even more Radical backstories. You step into their armored shoes to whack, punch, and kick your way through an army of evil (no one knows what their actual job titles are, but let's face it, they're probably doing a pretty terrible job)! The gameplay mechanics are simple enough for a goldfish to grasp but offers enough depth for ninja enthusiasts and superhero fans alike. Each level is like a rollercoaster directed by a dramatic soap opera writer; it's action-packed and will leave you wondering how many explosions are too many explosions. Collecting various Kamen Rider cards adds a layer of strategy - who knew card collecting could also prepare you for saving the world? With each victory, you level up your Riders, unlocking new moves and abilities that can only be described as epic. Forget about a second job; this game is your new side hustle!

Graphics

Now, let's talk about the graphics. Remember the days when pixel art was artists trying to fit a grandmother's entire collection of cat paintings into a single image? Well, forget that because here we have some pretty astonishing 2D sprites that make every punch and kick mesmerizing. Sure, they may not rival high-end graphics, but if you squint hard enough - or perhaps just wear some glasses - you'll find the art style charming and colorful. Every Rider looks impressive galore, like they were designed specifically to sell toys - oh wait, they were! Want rewards? Transform into a Kamen Rider and face off against the villains on-screen while your enemies try and figure out why they forgot their villainous monologues.

Conclusion

To wrap it up like a beautifully nuanced plot twist in a Kamen Rider series that surely exists: All Kamen Rider: Rider Generation brings together endless fun, quirky characters, and it might even help you understand why your friends are obsessed with super suits and kooky storylines. It's the perfect game for those who love thrilling combos, earth-shattering punches, and a multitude of Kamen Riders. Just be prepared to emerge from your gaming lair only to collapse under the weight of your own imagination and daydreams about being a hero (or villain, if that's your thing). Dive in, and don't forget: teamwork makes - or breaks - the Rider! Get ready to save the world, one kick at a time!

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