Clubhouse Games | Taking a Look Back at the Original

Clubhouse Games is one of my favorite games in the Nintendo DS library. But what about this seemingly simple game makes it so special? Find out as I take a look back at a truly classy classic!
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Music from Clubhouse Games Used (In Order of Appearance):
-Title (Lounge Version)
-Main Menu (Lounge Version)
-Evening Sun (Lounge Version)
-Intermediate Card Games (Lounge Version)
-Advanced Card Games (Lounge Version)
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[@CLopez63]

This game was awesome back in the day. School nights, getting out of the shower and getting in bed and playing some Clubhouse Games online before bed. Even the little clock in the top right corner was awesome. Thank you for helping me remember these days. Great video

[@NecromancerAdr]

This looks great, I wish I knew about this game years ago.

[@0xbeef-ltd]

this game was great! I played it so much growing up and never grew bored of it, the amount of content packed into this one, seemingly simple game is unbelievable

[@jacobradabaugh6241]

Well, Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics is on its way.

[@zackwoodring1322]

me too

[@distroyar08]

When I got my ds back in elementary school this was one of the first games my mom bought for me, and I always loved it. Played so many hours of it when between 9 and 14 years old, that's how much I loved it. The music was so soothing and never got enough of it, it gave me chills when I heard it on your video. I still have the game somewhere in my room, and now that I'm 23 I still wanna play the hell out of it all over again. Hopefully the switch sequel lives up to the name and makes for good memories for a lot of people just the way it did for us back in the day.

[@mark837042]

Oh man, I'm bummed they didn't bring back "I doubt it" for the new version. Didn't even know about the 2006 game, either.

[@alolanpikachu7330]

Same

[@marksmithwas12]

It's actually possible it might be a secret unlockable as there's actually 52 games on the poster: twitter.com/NintendoUK/status/1266751243990585345 and I heard a rumour that *Field Tactics* is a pre-order bonus

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HOLY CRAP DUDE how do you only have 262 subs? I thought this was some gaming channel with like 150K or something! This is a great video!

[@hoodiedoot]

Yeah i thought that too

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Same!

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That comment is already pretty outdated he has like 750

[@command3rlucas294]

Yes I’m aware

[@chariotgoblin8060]

As a huge DS kid, I wish I had known about this game. Did you see the newest trailer? I'm looking forward to the sequel because it reminds me of Wii Play with some Wii Sports.

[@bbenny9033]

its exactly that but lacks some things

[@J0seph_Mother]

@@bbenny9033 yeah but where it may lack a bit all the new card games and board games I'd never played before and got to learn made the game so much more than I expected

[@niphfm]

I remember I had money to spend as an 11 year old, so I went down to the local EB Games and I saw two games catch my eye, being Carnival Games and Clubhouse Games. I'm so glad little me picked up Clubhouse Games, it's given me lots of fun memories with my siblings and introduced me to a lot of new games. It's also what makes me really sceptical of buying the new one for the Switch, because it seems to have a lot of what made the DS version feel so full, stripped back.

[@The_Quantum_Ace]

Reflecting on 51 worldwide games, I brought out my 3DS and copy of 42 all time classics DS (thats what Clubhouse Games is called here in England) and started to play again. In conversation, I often say 42 classic games is one of my favourite DS games and it truly is a gem for those who discovered it. Its funny how much you learn from it too, over a decade since first owning it, I finally understand how to play well at turncoat (Othello). That makes me really happy. Anywho, its an amazing game and I have been listening to your video whilst playing Backgammon on it. Your passion for the game really comes through and its nice to hear!

[@Dre2Dee2]

I LOVED this game, one of my absolute favorite titles. It may be one of those "you had to be there" games, but damn you just cant help but fall in love with this little game that could

[@spinballwhizzkids]

Walabob, you're quickly becoming one of my favourite KZbinrs! Love the content. Can't wait for the new Switch game. I also bought Cooking Mama Cookstar after watching one of your recent vids! Keep it up!

[@Foxyrobo]

I remember I played this when I was young, but mostly forgot about it until 2018 (and have played it a lot since). The game is probably my favorite DS game ever, and it always felt like a game that nobody knew about. I'm glad that people are talking about it

[@XtreezaX]

I played this game a lot as an 8 year old. I loved that one game where you move the troops and it's like stratego but I don't remember what it's called. I don't even remember the name of the cartridge I had until you posted this video. Thank you for the nostalgia and good memories friend

[@ThatOneGasStation]

I still play this game with my family because it’s really fun. I’m so glad to see it’s getting a new version on Switch

[@sakirozu5377]

I very-much enjoyed the throwback introduction! Always heartwarming to unearth a hidden diamond. While I haven’t had the pleasure of experiencing the original DS title, I’m definitely looking forward to the polish and dedication of ClubHouse Games on the Switch!

[@connorbeith3232]

I'm noticing a pattern from Nintendo recently that no one else seems to notice. Nintendo has been beginning to slowly revive old franchises from the DS era on the Switch: Last year we got Brain Age, earlier this year we got Pokemon Mystery Dungeon, and now we have Clubhouse Games. Not only that, but Nintendo also did a massive trademark renewal earlier this year. And guess what? Most of the trademarks were franchises from the DS and even ones from the early days of the 3DS.

[@crazycockatoo5816]

I bet Big Brain Academy and Nintendogs are next to receive sequels for the switch.

[@michaeltoastman]

Clubhouse games was the very first video game I owned that was just mine and is strangely nostalgic. It's one of my favorites, if my records of over 1,000 games of word balloon are anything to go by. The song that plays after a game is over is unironically one of my favorite songs in gaming.

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Viewing this video after hearing about the release of the new Switch game. You got a new subscriber! Keep it up!

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Dude I seriously thought I was watching a video from someone with 100k subs at LEAST, this is top tier quality dude keep it up, remember me when you’re famous lol

[@ninac.5257]

My whole childhood, thank you for that!!!😁😁

[@corwynjohnson4066]

My first clubhouse experience was on the DSI. I loved the aesthetic of it but never knew of the DS entry until about a month ago. Glad to see it coming to switch. reguardless of how it comes out, Im sure that with all thats going on making my internet iffy at best Ill be glued to it.

[@LauravanBarneveld63]

I've played this game so so so much! As a kid I've spend days in a row just playing Hanafuda, which became my favorite. I also loved the stamp mode, so I had to play all the games, including the ones I didn't understand. Anyway, great video!

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[@geii6466]

Nice video! Came here because I am also very excited about the new game on Switch and I wanted to inform myself about the original. Very high quality content, I don't understand why this channel is so unknown.

[@siredgelord0118]

Great video man, I always love seeing smaller creators pop up in my recommended feed

[@bigjezza]

this game is the reason i still use my DS to this day

[@mariojordan9543]

How much love is people giving to Clubhouse is amazing. I LOVE IT! I cant afford clubhouse 51, but what I most remember are those juicy elegant games. I cant believe how I forgot the jazzy music.

[@nondescriptindividual3793]

This game was definitely part of my childhood, and I still play it now. Pretty cool!

[@luigisopa]

It was my favorite DS game. Your mixed feelings are appreciated. Super Mario Party still only has 4 boards and no DLC in sight. Great throwback, subscribed!

[@insidiousy]

Loved the video! I'll definitely have to pick up the original game! I bet I would have loved it as a kid.

[@MuddyBob650]

I remember the classic, played it on my DS lite, and DSI since I was 7. To this day, I still have my DSI and CHG. Unfortantly, I have no charger for my DSI. After watching this vid, I'm getting one on amazon. I know that DSI still works perfectly. I haven't had the charger for about 2-3 years now. A buddy of mine had been shot. Whist he was in the hospital recovering. I lended him my DSI. Unfortantly the charger was lost. I guess I was just too lazy to get one since then. I want to bring back the memories. P.S My dude Justin is doing very well to this day. He can't walk the best. However, he made a speedy recovery and we still hang now! Anywhom, amazing video, well put together and professional. I like from me, Sir. Cheers~ Bobby.

[@GeometryWars]

Thanks so much for this video! I just ordered a copy on EBay!

[@voicebross]

wow nice video bro dint even know a new one comes out, i always liked this game

[@marksmithwas12]

I freaking loved the original game. It's one of the few games I've played at least once a year since I first got the game (And it's one I play often with my family). I pre-ordered the new game in hopes it will be as good as the original, even though I am a bit worried for the same reason you mentioned in the video

[@Hoodcat]

This is definitely one of those games I used to play underneath the bedsheets at like 2am, the music was always good at putting me to sleep, it was so good at what it did :3

[@FireballFlareblitz734]

Thde thing that ties it all together is the music. It actually makes you feel like you're in a clubhouse

[@noahabry619]

Well, when I was younger I had the game, and I really enjoyed it! It's was a lot of fun but I only had a few souvenirs of this time... But one day I found it again and played it. It was nice! But yeah, nobody talked about it, and that was sad. But like, literally 2 weeks after I started re-playing this game, the remake was announced... WHAT? I play on buying it, but I'll still remember the old one, for it's gameplay, the clear explanations and the OST, that's one of the best fitting sound track I've ever heard. Also nice videos, I really liked it and I'll check others, 'cause that looks very polished.

[@ultragame4540]

Finally someone talks about this game! Everyone likes 51 clubhouse games, but they don’t have any respect for the original.

[@athosworld]

I used to play this with my family back then Nostalgia

[@marioaddict3]

Dude where are all your subs? You should have at least 100k with this kind of quality :)

[@m1m1snake]

Very well made video. Funny that YT recommended me this video to me. It's probably because I've seen most trailers for the Switch game.

[@carlbloke8797]

Pretty good video! Yeah I’m excited for this and the mini direct was the first time I’ve heard of this series. I hope this series succeeds in sales so that it can convince Nintendo to keep this up again

[@raistlinmills131]

I loved this game when I was younger. I had it on my DS at all times, until it was stolen. We still haven't found it 8 years later, but we didn't love in a good neighbourhood. How we live in a much better place though. The middle of the woods.

[@magerlyy7512]

This guy needs more subs great video man

[@punchthegoose]

yes!! finally people are talking about this again. I used to play this for HOURS when i was little. I still remember the day my dad bought it for me from kmart. my ds eventually got stolen with thhis game in it, but a few years back I picked up another copy on the cheap and played it all over again. my friends and I used to LOVE soda shake! it felt out of place but was a cool party game.

[@CubicCreeper7914]

I got my first DS in 2010 I believe, and I was glued to this game from the very start. Played it a lot, unlocked almost everything (except the mission stuff, I could never complete those lmao), and it's really cool seeing a video on this game since it's a game I grew up with in the early 2010s/early part of my childhood, and it's sad it's not talked about all that much

[@iamplup5543]

Boi I grew up with this as part of my childhood

[@Evilriku13]

the slime sound could be dimmed down a bit in its pitch/noise. And the joke with mufasas death parody u could improve if the zoom out at the end of it was slower, fitting the dramatic nooooooo more 👌

[@Pixie_Shmixie]

I had no idea that 51 is a sequel before stumbling across this video! I already pre-purchased 51, but now I’m wishing I had the opportunity to play the original as well!

[@Amiiben]

Keep up the good work dude! Small content creators are the best.

[@blendernoob64]

I kept borrowing my mom’s ds just to play Club House Games! So many memories with this game.

[@ajburrr]

One of the first DS games I ever played, and the first (I think) I've ever owned. It was very fun. My sister would get very good at memory and I tried to learn the many games this collection has. I somehow knew much of the games due to the rules and the little animations it has. A must have for the DS and one of the most underrated out there. I can go on for hours talking about this game.

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Im your 173rd sub. Can't wait to see you at 1 mil!

[@Sean-D78]

A brand new video reviewing one game I used to play as a kid! 42 All Time Classics on the DS!!

[@benlulu1265]

I have played this game for over 500 hours on my ds and it was one of the most enjoyable games on the ds library in my opinion

[@Transientimage]

The production quality of the video is very high. Really enjoyed this look back of the game.

[@UltraHC]

I'm 19 but i grew up playing this game its so memorable and i grew up with it when i was younger 10+ years ago

[@NJaykeGames]

Great stuff brother, I’d hold off on the slime sound effects, but aside from that, pretty crisp

[@forceofnatureDGX]

I actually used to own the original Clubhouse Games, and it was an incredibly fun and polished game that it seemed like most people just dismissed. I'm excited for the new Clubhouse Games, but with Nintendo's recent track record, I am going into its launch with tempered excitement. Great video! Keep up the good work.

[@firstlast-yc1hw]

The DS Clubhouse Games was one of the thee most popular games on the DS. I easily put over 600+ hours into it. I had several friends that each had their own copy and put a bunch of hours into it too. I saw online articles and videos about it back then too. Even just 2 or 3 years I heard people talk about how they want a sequel to this game, or even just a port of the original game, on the Switch, as they felt it would be perfect for the Switch. So, Super glad that we are finally getting a new game in the series, on the Switch. But yeah, I bought Clubhouse Games when it first came out, and played it for a long time, as well as a bunch of people I knew, and a bunch of people I saw online too. So, good times all around. In fact, I had to buy my girlfriend her own DS and Clubhouse Games because she borrowed mine when she got sick, and then kept it for 6 months and wouldn't give it back. So I ended up buying her her own DS and Clubhouse Games so I could get mine back, as I bought other new DS games, but couldn't play them as she had my machine. But yeah, the DS Clubhouse Games was a hugely popular game. Everytime there was a brand new game that would release at midnight, everybody in line at the store would be playing Clubhouse Games in line, while waiting. Made the time go by so quick too.

[@bruhbbawallace]

man, I wish I'd had this game as a kid. I had a similar but far worse compilation called 50 Classic Games that even back then I knew was bad, but I still sank hundreds of hours into it.

[@TheBaxes]

Some Nintendo channels have published some of their opinions on the pre-release of the new game. It actually seems to deliver! I'm only sad because of the lack of local multiplayer games in a single switch for 3 or 4 people. Otherwise, it looks amazing!

[@requiem165]

You deserve more attention than 300 subs!

[@SoupySnax]

Love this game so much! Can’t wait for the switch one! I already have it preordered

[@PopcornTheOfficial]

I remember playing the takeover game all the time with 7 CPU’s, I loved knocking the colours off the board and taking their spots automatically afterwards

[@RasKetchum]

Great video, I loved this game. I was a senior in HS when it dropped and I poured hours into it. i'm excited for the new title, but disappointed it doesn't include Hearts and Spades. I play them a lot.

[@MrSiWonKim]

Owned the original. Purchased first day it came out. I think I was the only one excited for its release in the store. I played that cartridge to pieces (not literally). It was easy to pick up and play when I wanted to de-stress or decompress. Online was pretty dope too. Easy access, easy going. I pre-purchased the new one upon announcement. Thanks for the video. Instant ‘like’.

[@armand4116]

Finally some love for clubhouse games DS.

[@razordoom1]

Played all of the games in the new one, ordered the old one because of this video.

[@soysaucehairdye7869]

yeah I got the new one and was disappointed with the poker. The poker in the ds version allows 8 ai and as many rounds as you want. The switch version looks nice, but it is dumbed down.

[@razordoom1]

@@soysaucehairdye7869 I like it but only having Texas Hold 'em is a bit lame. I don't mind the simplification of betting as it cuts down the bullshit a little bit, but also an option for standard betting, or at the very least more like the Blackjack betting where you can bet all of the way to 100 would have been nice. And of course, having 5 and 7 card standard poker variants. Perhaps fan demand could get these in an update [though judging by NDCube's thus far support of Super Mario Party, I expect this to be the end all be all of the game, and I can't really fault that, it's incredibly polished for what it is]

[@El_ultimo_Guille]

this game is so nice :D so many memories

[@user-bb2op9he1x]

this game is one of my favorite games on the ds im one of the few people who has the chance to try this masterpiece forgot what did I said this game this game selled over 3M! that's insane

[@spinoirrex2433]

Glad to see a review of this game on ds

[@harrihu]

It's funny, I have a list of great games I'd love to get from the new Mario Kart and Odyssey to Breath of the Wild and the fabulous Links Awakening remake but I get nervous plopping 60 bucks down on a video game with my limited budget. Then along comes the Clubhouse games announcement and before the trailer is over I immediately vow to get it day one. I remember spending so much time in the DS title. The games were quick and the download and play feature meant I could sit down and open up a board or card game any time anywhere with no cleanup. Maybe that's why I feel like I can justify the purchase so easily. It's the perfect intersection between video games and table games that means I can play with anyone regardless of their hand eye coordination or comprehension level for video games and controllers.

[@grasstoon]

This is so cool I didn't even know about this i thought the switch remake was the only one

[@LuckyParrot1]

this is the game we got either form the used section at gamestop or our parents gave it to us as a kid real memories

[@altonlipford1077]

Though I never had the original clubhouse games, I did have the Clubhouse Games Express: Card classics games for Dsiware. Seeing this makes me wish I had the full game.

[@estie4930]

Great video bro

[@SgtBilby]

I loved Clubhouse Games on the DS One of the games i played a lot on that thing is Hanafuda, Very tranquil and yes, I am stoked for Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics (despite the developer in charge) because i'm happy Clubhouse Games is back If i hazard to guess why people are hyped for Clubhouse Games now as oppose to when it debuted on the DS is due to the presently ongoing COVID-19 pandemic - the same reason why Animal Crossing: New Horizons is doing gangbusters as we speak Lame excuse i know but it makes sense in the scheme of things, Clubhouse Games is another Switch game that found itself in the right place and right time because with people in their homes during this pandemic, They need to find a way to play together - Clubhouse Games is a great way to do it If anything, Clubhouse Games: 51 Worldwide Classics will see the game success as Animal Crossing because of the pandemic Heck, It's releasing just in time for my birthday (July 9th) [same goes for the US debut of Mr. Driller DrillLand and the Switch release of Burnout Paradise Remastered]

[@thelegendkillersshittyduff1335]

Its fucking coronavirus stop listening to the brain dead media. Covid means certificate of vaccination id

[@pol1315]

dog person sarscov2

[@Jumpsuperfun]

i never knew there was one on the ds, but i already pre purchased the switch one, for the same reasons it excited you on the ds shelf 😃

[@MrMimikyu1998]

I remember playing Clubhouse Games Express: Card Classics on the DSi. It was worth the $5 in addition to other DSiWare games.

[@maelstrom16]

I actually did have Clubhouse Games on the DS! One of my favorite games for the thing

[@05ajgarr]

I loved the original. I preordered clubhouse games 51 as soon as it released on the store.

[@akaimizu1]

I actually never really knew about Clubhouse games until the Switch version was announced. It did make me research that there was a DS version before it. It was one of the DS games I missed, which is strange because I've played other games with games, like this, in the collection, but not to the level of polish as in Clubhouse. I would've been floored at the time, if I knew. Anyway, I'm kind of psyched for the Switch version as the games they mentioned are just the kind of things I want to play on the console, as well. I always considered the Switch to be the perfect platform for board-esque game experiences, so it's nice to see support in this area, arrive. Anyway, it definitely looks like they nailed the presentation and polish, and I'm excited to learn some new classic games I never played before. Like how to actually play Shogi, though Mini-Shogi seems even more like a place to start, or Hanafuda.

[@donalh9614]

I played this game so much when I was younger I loved it

[@chawizaud]

Me and my friends used to love playing soda shake and balance on single card play. I even had a second cartridge for it back in the day, not sure why tho

[@robertbrookes2000]

As I'm from the UK I always knew the game as 42 All Time Classics. I think the game was smashing, had a great variety in games and in the difficultly. I liked the simple and intermediate card games mostly. It was really a game that was perfectly suited for the DS's touchscreen and multiplayer. The switch has a trickier job with this, as they're more expensive so multiplayer is a little less likely to happen. I see there are some games that you can do multiplayer with one switch like Othello (aka Turncoat) but I don't know how card games where your hand is meant to be secret would work.

[@mrwizzardknight]

Yay! 😃😃😃 I got the original game for Christmas when I was 15! 😃😃😃

[@citrusblast4372]

Would love to see a quick follow up covering the new game when it comes out and giving honest impressions

[@obvfw]

This is always in my DS case, along with Starfy and Pokemon Diamond. Catchy music, fun games, the whole shabang!

[@BroskiPlays]

Your video makes me want to emulate this gane again

[@thepaper888]

Never had this but hope I can get it still, I play my dsi/3ds all the time.

[@marlonm3460]

Online soda shake and balance are responsible for my anxiety instability today 😂😂 any veterans out there?

[@TheFrantastic]

Great video showing off the original game, I've been wondering how it was since I saw the reveal of the newer one on switch. I too was skeptical when I saw NDCube developing it, but as long as they get free play right it's fine, the extra modes aren't really a deal breaker anyway. You seem like a great emergent KZbinr, your other videos seem interesting even just by the title, you gained a sub. :)

[@AllUsernamesTaken]

I’m getting the new clubhouse games, but since I have a bunch of old DSes and 3DSes lying around, I’m gonna get the original too so I can play the card games with multiple people nearby, even if they don’t have switches.

[@alolanpikachu7330]

I also can't believe that the Switch will become old like the Ds is and then no one will play multiplayer. :(

[@forkyfork]

Great video! Nice production. Was hoping you would show hanafunda, since that was my favorite game that I believe you had to unlock?

[@gogosegaga]

I have this it’s timeless still pick it up and play it’s a great bedside table type game

[@RyanWoo]

I remember this game on DS. I hope the music on the switch is as good

[@joshdavenport6290]

I’m gonna be completely honest, I didn’t realize there was a clubhouse games that came before the switch version.

[@goldbearpolisher5566]

i remember playing this at 6am in the morning with my siblings