42 All Time Classics Gives Some Classic Gameplay (42 All Time Classics (DS))

Member Name: mr_nadge

Product:	42 All Time Classics (DS)
Date:	01/10/09 (28 review reads)
Rating:

Advantages: Lots of variety. Fun Gameplay. Single Card Download / Hotseat / Online Multiplayer options

Disadvantages: Basic Sounds & Graphics. Some games take a long time to play

This is one of the many compilation games available for the Nintendo DS, but because it is made by Nintendo it really stands out as a quality title.

There is quite a mixture of game types on here. Various types of card games like solitaire & poker. Different sorts if table games like dominoes & mahjong. Sports simulations like darts & bowling plus board games like chess & draughts.

The game is lots of fun to play alone. There is plenty of variety & choice & because of this you are not going to tire of the game quickly. All the different game have a full readable set of rules & the controls are easy to use & get used to.

Add in single card mulitplayer for 4 people, hotseat mode for 2 players or more on 1 console, plus an online multiplayer mode & you have a really great game for all age groups.

If there is a downside it is the graphics & sounds. Graphics are basic & certainly not flash. The same can be said for the sounds. Nothing too adventurous but at least you don't really notice it. These are minor faults however & in now way affect the gameplay.

I would recommend this game to anyone. Lots of different games to keep you occupied. Some action based. Some more cerebral, but definitely something for everyone. Can Nintendo think of another 42 games for a sequel? 'Cause I'd buy it.

Summary: One of the DS's great games. Well worth a look