Top 15 Best Nintendo DS Games!

These are what I consider the 15 best DS games, revisited after 10 years!
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• Top 15 Ds Games
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Video content:
00:00 Intro
01:05 Background
01:49 Game 15
03:21 Game 14
05:04 Game 13
06:09 Game 12
07:13 Game 11
08:52 Game 10
10:08 Game 9
12:08 Game 8
13:56 Game 7
16:01 Game 6
18:21 Game 5
20:21 Game 4
22:06 Game 3
24:10 Game 2
25:40 Game 1
27:33 Comparison with original video
28:21 Conclusion
Games:
15: Solatorobo
14: Henry Hatsworth In The Puzzling Adventure
13: Trackmania Turbo
12: Kirby’s Mass Attack
11: Sonic Rush
10: The World Ends With You
9: Tetris DS
8: Elite Beat Agents / Osu
7: Advance Wars Dual Strike
6: Dragon Quest 4
5: Umihara Kawase Shun
4: Castlevania Dawn Of Sorrow
3: Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days
2: Time Hollow
1: Another Code Two Memories
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Thanks for watching!

[@imcomid8687]

Honestly, I've just discovered your channel but I love the way you make your videos. It's insane you have been making video's since the beginning of youtube.

[@RetroBreak]

I’m still shocked people are only just discovering me after doing this for 15+ years now, but I’m glad they are! Thanks for watching! There’s plenty to catch up on haha

[@cestusfr]

The one NDS hidden gem that blew my mind this year was "Monster Tale". AMAZING GAME ! ! !

[@RetroBreak]

I really need to get Monster Tale but it’s very expensive now :(

[@woozle32]

That game is a blast.

[@IceLancemen]

@@RetroBreak It's getting rereleased this year, not sure if you've heard, probably will come to Switch.

[@gabocarina96]

The timing of this video couldn't be better! I've been getting back into playing the DS myself, bought a copy of Dawn of Sorrow to discover the game for the first time ever. Seeing it on your list just makes look forward to getting it even more! Great video as always Nick! :D

[@RetroBreak]

Awesome I’m sure you’ll love Dawn Of Sorrow! Definitely check out the other two as well!

[@MoviesNGames007uk]

Hotel Dusk and it's sequel are unique and the art style is amazing. I also really like the Ace Attorney games.

[@RetroBreak]

Hope you all enjoyed the video! Check out my Discord server to join my amazing community and chat between these videos! discord.gg/Ms6dpsYNuz - If you want more great DS games, check out my list of 15 Hidden Gems here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4vJoZqMlt2Zp5Y

[@nayeonbot7661]

I just really hate it when quality KZbin creators are overlooked. You, sir, deserve more viewers and subscribers. Thanks for this.

[@RetroBreak]

KZbin’s slowly starting to recommend my video, it’s only taken 14 years haha

[@potato6798]

@@RetroBreak Yep it certainly is. Just found out your channel and I gottsa say I love it.

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks glad you found me! Working on a Top 15 Wii games video for this week! :)

[@potato6798]

@@RetroBreak Looking forward to it!

[@RetroBreak]

Do you not support any of your favourite creators? I’m not untrustworthy just because I have a Patreon

[@JELLEMAN625]

Really interesting list! Never seen one like it. Love the DS, I was pretty vanilla with my choices, Mariokart DS, NSMB DS etc. Advance wars dual strike was my favourite game for a long time!

[@mitonamikawa]

currently binge watching all of your DS games videos. Good stuff my dude!

[@davidfernandez9]

I discovered this channel yesterday, and it has been a pleasant surprise. Not only for the unexpected and great choice of content, but for the uncommon and great vibes he projects. Keep up the good work! 💪💪

[@Danbu1988]

That's a very nice list with a lot of not too obvious choices. I feel like you totally deserve more views. Your videos are produced with care, you are charismatic guy and I've never seen any channel before who even adds descriptions on the time bar. Actually I didn't know that is a thing befire seeing it on your videos. Keep up the good work. =)

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks for such a nice comment! It’s people like you that give me the motivation to keep making videos :D one day I hope my channel will take off, but for now I’ll keep trying to improve each week and see what happens :D

[@dibbsgaming]

Great video dude, nice to see some good recommendations here! The DS saw me through many a dark time and I have great memories escaping into stuff like Hotel Dusk, Advance Wars, the Castlevania games and The World Ends With You. I’m definitely gonna have to check out some of the games you’ve shown, you’ve got good taste, all the games look great! Awesome video mate, I enjoyed it!

[@reagandow850]

I love the ds/3ds and still collect for both systems today. Great video and thanks for sharing your games with us.

[@ApplesauceNinja]

The fact that I watched this video all the way through despite not having interest in most of the titles shown is a testament to the quality of your presentation. I absolutely love your energy and enthusiasm! Your taste in games seems to be more broad than mine. 😀

[@StewiesRetroGaming]

Wonderful top 15 listing mate. Really enjoyed your story shares and vid was superb as always to watch. Thanks mate for putting this one together 👌😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks stewie! Glad you enjoyed it as always :)

[@evilmarc]

I’m still watching and enjoying the video! Thank you for making it!

[@gondalasatvarsh5892]

This is a really well put together video, got to learn about a lot new games too.

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks! Hope you manage to play some of the games you found out about! :D check out the video I did after this one for even more DS games :D

[@Maikelswe1985]

Just found your channel and I really like that you have lists that are very different from the standard games you would find in such lists, really like it!

[@TheChocolatBlanc]

Dude , you need to make another video , I’ll take your top 30 - 15. You make us discover so many gems !

[@andrebrown1835]

Thank you for the list I've just got a DS and your list has been very inspiring. Thanks dude

[@RetroBreak]

Enjoy your new DS! :D Check out my hidden gems video too for some more interesting games to check out :)

[@cookiecookieco0kie]

wow I was trying to look for ds games and honestly your list of games has very rare picks which I honestly love. Thanks for the recomendations

[@rubensmrs]

Amazing job! Thank you for share this great list.

[@the9file]

I’m impressed you’re capturing from the handheld rather than using emulator footage like every other KZbinr in the world.

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks, I always use original hardware, I think it's really important!

[@the9file]

@@RetroBreak What capture card are you using, please?

[@RetroBreak]

A KatsuKity board in a 3DS XL, they are very hard to find these days though! And getting the software working on windows 10 was a pain!

[@Clown_Prince_of_Crime1]

First video I've seen from your channel, great list.

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks! I’ve done some other lists too you might enjoy :D

[@Trustyfilms]

Thanks for some really great recommendations! You've introduced me to a lot of great games.

[@userx2488]

The three castlevania games are absolutely incredible.

[@jonnyadamsvgm2170]

Nice video mate! I only played a few games on the DS but there seem to be loads of great games I missed!

[@sunekoo]

Great vid mate! There’s a bunch of games here I haven’t heard of

[@mduan9430]

Wow so many surprises in the list, some games I’ve never heard of seem really interesting, definitely gonna try them out. This video absolutely worth the time. Thanks

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks! :) you might also like my DS Hidden gems video if you haven’t seen it already - kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4vJoZqMlt2Zp5Y

[@mduan9430]

@@RetroBreak thanks for the recommendation dude, i just found my old ds and charged it, the ds got quite some really unique games, cant wait to try them out

[@TheImponderables]

Wow....Thanks for making this....usually these types of lists, at this point in time, are all quite similar...but I can't believe I learned about 2-3 new games I never heard about.

[@RetroBreak]

Glad I could introduce you to something new then! Check out my other DS videos too you might find some more games to play!

[@BillsOldandNewGaming]

Great Video. Just picked up a Dsi with a few games for £20 for my 5 year old sons birthday (mostly for some portable lego games) which prompted me to get my 3ds out. Half of these I've never considered but they all look great so will be checking some of them out.

[@RetroMoments]

Woah, some great suggestions here! Haven't played the DS for a long time. And can't believe I missed Sonic & Kirby. Solatorobo looks really interesting too.

[@jimx117]

Solarorobo could have been great if they would actually let you play the game and not make you read through ten pages of text upon entering every room. And yes I had bought the limited edition, I really wanted to like it because I loved Tail Concerto on PS1. Bit of a bummer

[@mikelisagor5970]

Just stumbled across this video. I love it.

[@coachcrage]

This is such a refreshing list. Loved the video!

[@yakumorisuke9403]

Thank you so much for this! I had a DS as a kid, but being a broke school child I basically only had nintendogs and pokemon. I loved DQ11 on the Switch, and someone pointed out that there were other DQ games on the DS. This, of course, returned me to the system again, and I honestly had never realised just how versatile and wide ranging the DS was in terms of games on it! I am really enjoying discovering all of these amazing experiences that I missed out on, and am so excited about playing some of these!!

[@RetroBreak]

Glad I could show you some of the more interesting games for the DS! :D Enjoy! And have a look for my hidden gems video for another 15 cool games too!

[@dilley_esq]

I really need to try Trackmania. You give both games high praise; now to find a copy for a good price. +1 for Mass Attack. And +2 for Henry Hatsworth (even if frustrating AF!).

[@599ferrari]

Im so happy that Time Hollow made ur top 3 list. That game is so underrated. The story was one of my favourites too. story kinda gives me chills. Its that good imo

[@escapetherace1943]

thanks man added to my list

[@alicewalls2095]

Congrats on Another Code: Recollection! :D I hope you got it for the switch!

[@peterjoyce4223]

Wow your such a nice guy so glad i found your Channel you've really got a nice style that's a pleasure to listen to and reminisce on retro cheers !!!

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks glad you enjoyed it :) Hope you enjoy my other videos as much! :)

[@mitchtendo]

Here from your Twitter post. You mentioned your video from 10 years ago right away! Haha much love from California. You're a great guy Nicktendo! -Mitchtendo

[@RetroBreak]

So cool that you remembered my original vid from 10 years ago! :)

[@johnfranzpelobello7441]

The plot and storyline of time hollow is lit dude🤘

[@OSW]

I've been really enjoying your coverage of handheld consoles! Do u have an expanded list for games that didn't make the cut?

[@uvknhn]

Not usually the type of video I watch, but I was looking for some good DS games to play, and I was pleasantly surprised by the overall manner in which the video was presented. Concise, straightforward, but still laid back and sincere; didn't feel overly sterile nor unprofessional. You have a nice way of talking that doesn't sound forced. Thanks for putting this out there, glad it wasn't all just the same chart-toppers I found in other lists like this.

[@approachingetterath9959]

i never grew up with "tv" consoles, but i remember back in kindergarden/elementary i was fascinated with GBAs other kids would have, and then i got my own ds when it came out (and later a 3ds). handheld has such an alluring charme to it that when i downloaded one game as a ROM and ended up really enjoying it, i went and bought it just to experience it in that handheld mode. your videos have some intriguing picks with a lot of games i've never even heard of, as the ds game market has always felt nebulous and overwhelming at the same time to me.

[@Gamster_007]

Hi, Very interesting choice of games! Your content is amazingly well though out and fresh. I really appreciate it 👍

[@johnb4264]

Such a good place to start when playing the beloved DS! Haven't really played any of these and so looking forward to it!

[@aqwsderxz]

Wow nice collection

[@farleysmoke5130]

Been watching a few videos on the DS. Been on the fence about purchasing one. Your top 15 seems great so I’m hitting ebay up now to make a purchase. Cheers buddy 😃

[@RetroBreak]

Awesome, enjoy!

[@jamerv777smerf]

No one else ever mentions the Castlevania games smh sheesh. Incredible series

[@Neverbirth]

You won a new sub with this video!

[@TraderGamerNC]

I’ve just arrived to your channel. I was searching about NDS games content in English to improve my skills and, sundenly, a practically soul-mate-gamer appear in front of me jajaja. I have really enjoyed this video, it’s truly difficult to find people in Spain that love Visual Novels as much as us. I’m very impressed you haven’t included Hotel Dusk or Last Window in your Top, so I’m thinking in playing Antoher Code recently after your Number 1. New subscriber for here!! I wish we could collaborate some time!! 🎉

[@akemus9788]

I had so much fun with the DS. I mostly only play games with stories so my favorite were the Ace Attorney series, Hotel Dusk: Room 215,TWIWY, 999 + I also played games for nostalgia like Harvest Moon and Rune Factory Will probably pick up the DS again if I have the time

[@RetroBreak]

I love the DS for story games too! The 3DS had a lot less for some reason :(

[@danielfoster4615]

Oh my god I loved hotel dusk currently playing it again also restarting the professor layton games again

[@grenademan8123]

Did you just say D-DS? *PERFECTION, MY FAVOURITE CONSOLE* My 15: 1st: Mega Man ZX 2nd: Kirby Super Star Ultra 3rd: Sonic Rush 4:Puyo Puyo 20th Anniversary 5:New Super Mario Bros 6:Sonic Classic Collection 7:Sonic & Sega All Stars Racing 8:Puyo Puyo 7 9:Mega Man ZX Advent 10:Kirby Mouse Attack 11:Kirby Power Paintbrush 12:Super Mario 64 DS 13: Tetris DS 14: Scrabble DS 15: WarioWare DIY 3, 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 & 15 I own. Others are flash cart, but they all deserve to be no. 1!

[@Eng586]

Kirby for me is #1, but good choice.

[@jeffreyweaver9854]

I happen to have #6 and#14 of your list , as well as UNO52

[@oliviercoppens6246]

I recently picked up a copy of the World Ends With You and I'm obsessed with it, the gameplay, art style and story are just top notch. Did you have a chance to play 9 Hours 9 Persons 9 Doors, Hotel Dusk Room 215 or any of the Ace Attorney games? I think you would enjoy those! Loved the video, instant subscribe!

[@tomaszstefaniuk9449]

Great, many thanks! :)

[@jayvman1311]

Absolutely agree with KH being the best game in the series. So cool to hear others agree. Stort was great like you said and the customisation options and unique levelling method with the levling blocks was incredible. It was allot of fun and I adore it. Easily one of the highest technical achievements as a full 3d action rpg on the ds with so much creative gameplay, great music and a fantastic story! So glad to hear others share that opinion!!!

[@charlesgriffiths4901]

Someone mentioning Henry hatsworth made my day. Also tetris DS is in my opinion the greatest version of all time.

[@Ruftinator]

My thought when seeing Henry Hatsworth on this list: "Hey, I own that game! Not many people talk about it too lol"

[@RetroBreak]

Such a good unique game!

[@CanadianReset]

Hotel Dusk 215 is my favourite but I'd never heard of Another Code before! I gotta track down a copy!

[@burntearth85]

You earned yourself a subscriber! I'm just now getting into DS (was always more into consoles when the DS and it's successors came out). Thanks for the list!

[@MTG69]

Welcome to the rabbit hold of DS game collecting. It can be expensive, but is extremely rewarding. Being region free, there are so many hidden gems out there.

[@burntearth85]

@J K I love them so much I bought 2 lol. One OG and one refurbished.

[@MTG69]

@@burntearth85 I can't blame you, I loved the DS/3DS consoles so much I have accumulated: (2) New Nintendo 3DS XL (1) OG 3DS (3) 2DS I have to hunt down a clean DS Lite still. And I still hunt DS, 3DS games to this day. I just picked up Toyoko Beat Down, and Cop the Recruit for $5.00 a piece at a pawn shop. It's hard to find good deals nowadays, but they are out there.

[@burntearth85]

@J K both of mine are DS Lite, the OG is the rose pink one, and the Pokémon shelled refurbished one. I like that the Lite is better quality than the first one, but still plays Advance games.

[@MTG69]

@@burntearth85 Nice, being able to play GBA and DS games on one system, makes for such a rich and expansive library to explore.

[@enzowarren9832]

great video! i also love the ds. my favorite platform by far.

[@mattdehavensorensen]

You are the expert on hidden gems. I think maybe 1 or 2 of these games would be on most top 10 DS lists. Your lists really showcase the depth and variety of a lot of these systems' titles. Thanks for your research!

[@kat.]

Fantastic list! I’m still hunting for Solatorobo but it’s been impossible to find where I’m from 😅

[@RetroBreak]

I was lucky and got it on release day! It’s pretty much impossible to find here in the U.K. now too.. never seen it in any shops anyway..

[@CsacsaThe]

15. Solatorobo: Red the Hunter 14. Henry Hatsworth in the Puzzling Adventure 13. Trackmania Turbo 12. Kirby Mass Attack 11. Sonic Rush 10. The World Ends with You 09. Tetris DS 08. Elite Beat Agent - Osu! Tatakae! Ouendan 07. Advance Wars Dual Strike 06. Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen 05. Umihara Kawase 04. Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow 03. Kingdom Hearts 358/2 days 02. Time Hollow 01. Another Code: Two Memories

[@NinteSegaRarew]

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days is dedicated to the memory of Wayne Allwine, the longtime English voice of Mickey Mouse himself, who passed away on May 18, 2009 due to complications of diabetes.

[@JohnnySoCal]

Great list Dude!!! You can really see the passion you have for the Nintendo DS.

[@whentheworldwasatwar8717]

Added about 3 games that you mentioned to my collection, thanks !!!

[@RetroBreak]

:D which ones?

[@whentheworldwasatwar8717]

@@RetroBreak I got Henry Hatsworth, Trace Memory and Time Hollow, I had Trace Memory saved already, so this just reminded me to finally get it

[@alexistired3790]

these games seem really niche to me, a lot i've never heard of at all. that being said, interested to see what you'd consider niche. loved the 10 year throw back.

[@RetroBreak]

I thought all of these games were pretty popular and well known! :O If you want to see some niche stuff, check out my hidden gems episode :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4vJoZqMlt2Zp5Y

[@TheONE10X]

I know this video is old, however I wanted to comment to say thank you for the awesome suggestions (I watched the follow-up video first). As I am fairly new to retro video game emulation I also want to suggest doing a video on what games can be played via emulation, as I suspect pc can't reproduce some of the ds' niche control schemes. Cheers!

[@nicolasjonasson4820]

Great list. I just watched a "100 ds games in 13 minutes" showing 100 of the most generic, well known garbage games released for the system. This list actually very helpful.

[@OliviaMeower]

i dont comment often, but i wanted to tell you how amazing your taste in games is!!! About 3/4ths of this video have some of my favorite games in it, and its great to see other another code fans out here :) hope youre as excited for the switch release as I am!! Also, you've inspired me to actually play Time Hollow. It's been sitting in my DS case since I was 10 years old, and I was way too young to appreciate visual novels... but now that I'm older I *have* to give it a try!! Thank you for recommending it!! 👍

[@RetroBreak]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed my picks! And enjoy Time Hollow! :D

[@console-quest]

pretty impressive collection man

[@joshuajohnston4825]

Solatorobo is BY FAR my favorite DS game!!! Great picks all around your list!!!

[@tenminutetokyo2643]

That is a nuts collection!

[@Chichirumiru]

Do not miss out on the Etrian Odyssey Series. There will also be HD Versions of those games releasing on switch and steam this summer.

[@gordonfisken8349]

Blaze did debut on sonic rush - it came out in 2005 (a year before Sonic 06).

[@Amber_xo_133]

5. Tetris DS 4. Super Mario 64 DS 3. Metroid Prime Hunters 2. Zelda Phantom Hourglass 1. Pokémon Platinum

[@GoochiFPV]

I'm so glad Advance Wars made the list! I love that series!

[@Manny0Calavera]

Great list, some very interesting recommendations! Have you played Ghost Trick and if so, what's your opinion?

[@RetroBreak]

Yes I’ve played it, it’s a very fun and unique game with a great sense of style!

[@kemp6510]

retrobreak more like retro MAKES, good content

[@sam_ugh]

I know this video is a little old, but I am SO happy you put Sonic Rush on here!!! I never see anyone put Sonic Rush on these lists and I think that’s a crime because it’s so good!

[@benstylus]

Just a heads up, Tail Concerto did get an English release in the US, so you can play it in English if you can play NTSC games.

[@RetroBreak]

I didn’t know that! That’s awesome! I’ll have to track it down :D

[@alekeihero7760]

I agree with a ton of these, Henry Hatsworth is such an Underrated Title I'm also building my own DS game libuary so thanks for the Recommendations ;)

[@RetroBreak]

Yeah Henry Hatsworth was surprisingly good and came out of nowhere! You’ll want to see next week’s episode too I’m going to be looking at some hidden gems for the system :)

[@OGKaySlay]

Bro you're around KZbin forever 👍🏻 You are very underrated.

[@RetroBreak]

Been making videos half my lifetime at this point! :O

[@BAKERTheLegend]

Sonic Rush was Blaze's first game, it came out November 2005. Sonic 06 came out November 06

[@guildmastersstory2169]

Elite beat agents needs a comeback, such a great game.

[@CitrusArchitect]

I just grabbed Trace Memory for $3 at a pawn shop. Excited to try it now!!

[@RetroBreak]

Enjoy!

[@Jakeakatheone]

Great list. DQ5 is my favorite

[@Derek-xf3eu]

I like what you said about the m card. Sounds like you got to play a good range of games and pick your favorites.

[@wills2652]

thanks so mucch! I just modded my dsi and I love it!

[@RyuichiShinomori]

I loved all of these games, my Ex made me play Trace memory with her back in the day and I actually thought it was pretty good. I had no idea anyone else played it, let alone would put it at no. 1. Idk why it was called something else in Europe tho. Love the fat cases, I have a couple because they are way cheaper than the US versions.

[@l3mar260]

Me, my sister and my mum used to play Henry Hatsworth ALL the time when I was younger. 16 right now, good times back then

[@BlackKoiRecords]

Subbed. I LOVE Trace Memory! Also, we have the same name lol

[@skyvader1238]

Ghost trick and the ace attorney games need more love.

[@supersmallchibiwolf872]

Wonderful Nintendo DS and 3DS collection. I love the games the DS family has to offer. I have always seen The World Ends With You but never got It. It looks cool. Cool video. ^_^

[@RyderC]

i was amazed to see you only have 20k subscribers after 10 years making videos. I loved watching you gush about your favorite games! i've got a ds lite coming in the mail and am excited about getting back into the DS and the games i played as a young kid.

[@alexmorpheus6762]

I really enjoyed playing DQ4 on DS. Now I'm playing Rhapsody A Musical Adventure on DS.

[@felixorozco4055]

Few corrections about sonic on the DS. A version of Sonic colours is playable on the system, making it 4 games on the DS. It plays like the Rush games, too. Also, blaze's first appearance was Sonic rush :)

[@Absi5the]

There are some games on this list I've never heard of before.

[@michaelsong5555]

My fav is Custom Robo Arena. Nothing comes even close.

[@soaremicheledavid6020]

Here are some great ones : Guilty Gear , Legend of Kay, Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow, Ed,Edd,Eddy Scam of the Century, Contra 4, Ultimate Mortal Kombat, Dragon Ball Z Origin 2.