I have this game on the DS, and despite initial reservations (and the childish packaging) i actually really like it! The main game is quite challenging, trying to roll a little ball around a little course, with stages that get progressively difficult. There are all sorts of obsticles, along with floors that move and separate. Collecting bananas en route help you to gain extra lives (10 bananas = 1 life)

But what i like best is actually the extra little mini games that add some variety to the game. there is a racing style game, mini golf which i think is great, boxing, air hockey and a sort of paintballing game which is good fun too. these mini games are also great to play with friends, especially the paintballing and racing ones which i think are my favourite!! These party games can be played against someone else with a DS console thanks to the DS download play capabilities.

The game uses the touch screen controls on the DS really well, and its also really different from alot of other games out there. i got this on a buy one get one free offer so if you can get it cheaply then its a good bit of fun! Its also suitable for a wide age range, although really little ones may get a bit frustrated with some of the puzzle parts, they all love the racing!