ToonAce
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Tied with Bravely Default as one of my favorite RPGs of all time. Expands upon Bravely Default's system with more jobs, and fixes problems I had with Default like excessive grinding. The game's music isn't nearly as good, and there are some very... interesting dialogue and story choices throughout the game, like the reoccurring use of the phrase "coup de gravy" and the story overall leaning into a strange comedic style that can really ruin the serious moments of the story at times, but overall it's still a very strong game. The characters (new and returning) are great, are wonderfully voiced and written, and arguably the character dynamics this time around are even better than before. The story is great, I found the relationship between Yew and Magnolia to be absolutely adorable (sue me), and how they led up to the surprise twist at the end was really well done.
It's a fun time. A little short, and doesn't feel as satisfying to play as the previous entry, but a good time all around.
A personal favorite of mine on the DS, albeit mostly for nostalgia reasons. I haven't played it in a while and really need to.
Honestly, it was just really boring. It lacks a lot of the charm of the older games, and can be a slog to get through at times. A real missed opportunity.
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My second favorite fighter of all time. The mechanics are fun and unique as an anime fighter, I just wish the netcode was better. It would get 5 stars from me if it wasn't for that alone.
Not the best Zelda I've ever played, but a decent one at least. It's really short, but a good time. I'm just happy to have it, it's one of the rarest games on the DS.
2011
Just cute and charming fun the whole way.
Classic RTS, and one I've played the campaign of over and over again.
Legitimately one of the best platformers I've ever played. WayForward knocked it out of the park with this one. So much personality and love was put into this game. The platforming is smooth and challenging, the progression is satisfying and builds on itself to make the platforming feel even better, and is super fun to 100% (and the game rewards you for it). Highly recommend.
2004
This is one of the most charming RPGs I've ever played. I played the remastered version on Switch, for reference. It's about as simple as RPGs get, and yet is strangely engaging. The plot is simple to the point of being extremely refreshing, being a simple "Save the Princess, save the world" story, and the game as a whole has aged surprisingly well. It can get grindy at times, and you only have one character to use, but it's a solid time that I'd recommend any fan of RPGs experience at least once.
2006
The first game in the series. Nothing super memorable, but a good time. A decent start to a really good subseries.
Underrated Mario and Luigi game.
I really enjoyed this game. Solid Metroidvania.
This score is rated by All Stars as a collection, and doesn't reflect the original games.
All the games are lovingly remade in a Super Nintendo style, and all have their own unique touches and flair that makes the collection stand apart.
All the games are lovingly remade in a Super Nintendo style, and all have their own unique touches and flair that makes the collection stand apart.
2007
It's sheer Mario Party goodness... on the go! For a DS game it has lots of content, and is just good fun with friends like any good Mario Party should be. The maps are unique and fun, and there are lots of extra modes at your disposal. I'm sad more people don't talk about this game, it's very underrated.