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Review of Itadaki Street DS on Nintendo DS

by Gemma Looksby Gemma Looksby photo Jun 2007
Cover image of Itadaki Street DS on DS
Gamefings Score: 8
Platform: DS DS logo
Released: 21 Jun 2007
Genre: Party/Board Game
Developer: Tose, Think Garage
Publisher: Square Enix

Introduction

Ever wondered what happens when you throw Mario, Dragon Quest heroes, and Monopoly into a blender? Spoiler alert: You get 'Itadaki Street DS', a game so whimsical that it makes fairy tales look like tax forms! This party game packs enough dice-rolling fun and property trading chaos to liven up a gathering faster than you can say, "Why is Yoshi on my Monopoly board?"

Gameplay

'Itadaki Street DS' is like Monopoly but on caffeine. The game pits up to four players against each other on colorful boards that would make even a unicorn jealous. You roll the dice, advance around the board, and, just like that, buy properties that will make your friends hate you. The goal? Accumulate the wealth of a small nation-yes, you can see the dollar signs in your sleep! Each property you own earns you coins when others land on it, and you can even trade stocks like a Wall Street wolves-er, I mean, 'players.' Minigames pop up to keep things lively, kind of like that one uncle who always tells embarrassing stories at family gatherings. You can play as a weird mix of wonderful characters-Mario is trading stocks with the dragon-slaying veterans of Dragon Quest. If that doesn't sound like a Saturday night worth documenting, I don't know what does!

Graphics

'Itadaki Street DS' embraces a charming, cutesy art style that's more delightful than a pile of puppies in a basket. We get colorful boards that scream, "Pick me!" The visuals are fun and clear, ensuring you won't lose your avatar under a pile of questionable effects. The character sprites are slightly revamped to look child-friendly; even Bowser looks like a cuddly house pet! The aesthetics make you feel like you are playing inside a vibrant children's book, and the DS handles it smoothly, like butter on pancakes. No glitches or pop-in; just pure, wholesome board game goodness!

Conclusion

'Itadaki Street DS' offers delightful chaos, charming visuals, and enough addictive gameplay to make even your most strategically inept friends feel like stock market geniuses. It's perfect for parties, casual gatherings, or those moments when you need to make somebody regret their life choices with a few well-placed turns. While some might compare it to the time-consuming nature of Monopoly, let's be honest-this game knows how to lighten the mood and keep things enjoyable without having your guests create a census on how many times they have landed on your properties! If you've got friends who don't mind a little friendly competition, this game is a must-have. So, grab your stylus and your competitive spirits-it's time to dominate the board!

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