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Review of Densha de Go! Tokubetsu-hen: Fukkatsu! Shouwa no Yamanotesen on Nintendo DS

by Hemal Harris Hemal Harris photo Jul 2010
Cover image of Densha de Go! Tokubetsu-hen: Fukkatsu! Shouwa no Yamanotesen on DS
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: DS DS logo
Released: 22 Jul 2010
Genre: Train Simulation
Developer: Taito, Square Enix
Publisher: Square Enix

Introduction

Welcome aboard the hilariously pixelated world of *Densha de Go! Tokubetsu-hen: Fukkatsu! Shouwa no Yamanotesen*! Fasten your seatbelts, because we're diving into a train simulator that's as demanding as your mom when she finds out you didn't take the trash out. In this game, you're not just any train driver; you've got a timetable that would make even a Swiss watch blush. So, grab your stylus, warm up your fingers, and prepare to sweat bullets as you try to stop your train at the exact right spot, preferably without sending any unsuspecting passengers flying out of the sliding doors.

Gameplay

In *Densha de Go!*, players are tasked with steering actual train routes based on real-life schedules in Japan. And when I say "tasked," I mean that you need the precision of a neurosurgeon and the reflexes of an Olympic sprinter. Your mission, should you choose to accept it, involves not only chugging along happily but also obeying speed limits, stopping at stations with the accuracy of a caffeine-fueled sniper (no more than 30 cm from the designated spot!), sounding warnings for track-side workers, and arriving at your waypoints on time, or else. If you've got what it takes to get within half a second of the scheduled arrival time, congratulations! You're officially certified to operate a bouncy castle for kids! You'll need to wield your stylus like it's the Excalibur of train driving, pulling levers and tapping buttons, all while trying to keep that train on the tracks (which might be useful in real life too, just so you know). This game is less like *Mario Kart* and more like being trapped in a time loop of precision and stress. But fear not! As frustrating as it can be, each successful run feels like a massive win against the universe, and you'll soon find yourself yelling at your DS like it's your long-lost sibling who kicked your favorite toy under the couch.

Graphics

Now let's talk visuals! We're in the Nintendo DS realm, so *Densha de Go!* embraces that nostalgic pixel art vibe and computer-drawn graphics that scream 'retro charm.' Sure, it won't win any awards in the world of hyper-realistic graphics (we're not breaking any photo-realism barriers here), but there's a certain warmth to watching your little train chug away through pixelated landscapes that feel like a delightful '90s fever dream. Just remember, we're focusing on the trains-who's got the time to gaze at the scenery when you're busy becoming the next train tycoon?

Conclusion

In short, *Densha de Go! Tokubetsu-hen: Fukkatsu! Shouwa no Yamanotesen* is like that one friend who insists on sticking strictly to the rules of Monopoly-intensely focused, perhaps a bit stressful, but undeniably thrilling once you hit that sweet spot of speed and precision. Whether you're a train aficionado or just someone looking for a video game challenge, this title offers a unique slice of simulation goodness that demands skill, patience, and a healthy dose of humor. So, if you're ready for a ride that'll make you feel like an honorary conductor, hop on board and prepare for departure-long live the Yamanote Line!

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