There's been a lot of controversy swirling around Nintendo DS video games, as some gamers say they are awesome while others think they are not so cool. I think it's high time to put an end to this diversity of opinions. Sure enough, there happen to be good video games as well as not so good ones on the list of Nintendo DS games. As I consider myself to be an experienced Nintendo gamer I'd like to shed some light upon the top 10 video games ever released by Nintendo. I've also driven parallels between some predecessors of the games I referred to while composing my review.

The Dual Screen version of the game kicks the usual level of the previously released game into stratosphere. Still crayon hand-drawn absolutely marvelous graphics, still same huge levels, light-hearted atmosphere, created by charming music and picturesque sceneries, but some gaming options have been upgraded. For one, now you can plop the four babies on Yoshi's back to use their unique abilities which gives you more ways to interact with the environment. Probably one of the best platformers, Yoshi's Island DS is everything you loved about the original version plus new exciting facilities, so the game doesn't feel like a needless nostalgia trip. And, of course, now you can play it with 3 opponents, as it supports up to 4 gamers simultaneously.

It was the first of DS games to support Nintendo Wi-Fi connection. Mario Kart DS has a multiplayer modality, like the majority of the new generation Nintendo games. In comparison to its predecessor, Mario Kart DS has way better graphics and features more characters. The game displays some well recognizable old tracks alongside a few splendid newly released ones.

Based on Sims 3000, SimCity DS has developed some extras like mini-games. The plus to it is that it is much more playable with the touch screen controlling, the bad side is that the game looks kind of cramped on the small screen. Still, the game looks as close to the PC version as possible. One of the most loved city builders, online SimCity DS is as innovative and highly imaginative as ever. Seems a nice place to revisit.

Once you have started Pokemon and Diamond and Pearl, you will leap right into the story of the gameplay without much fuss and feathers. Sent on a mission to gather as much information about a far-away population of Pokemon, you will set off on a journey through numerous picturesque locations like shady forests, dark underground caverns, tall grass fields and deep rivers. Fighting (Pokemon Diamond/Pearl fighting is mostly turn-based) and capturing a brand-new pack of Pokemon (over 100 newly-added Pokemon for you to get acquainted with!) you will collect the required data, occasionally having brief but meaningful conversations with the characters on your way. The gameplay presupposes classifying captured Pokemon according to their elemental powers or some more complicated characteristics, but that's just basic - further you will have to spend over than 40 hours hunting on rare types of Pokemon, fishing, harvesting and picking berries for your Pokemon collection, brewing healing potions and setting hideaways for them. An involving and awesome activity.

A one hundred percent hit for all dog lovers! The game features a great variety of dog breeds, starting from toy terriers to mastiffs. All of the puppies are unbelievably realistic. Just pick up a pup you like most and the beginner's guide will advise you on raising your four-legged friend. You will have much fun teaching your puppy, training it, running and simply have a good time in the company of your pet. Originally released in Japan, the game finds its way to the West quickly, winning more and more admirers as it spreads. A must in having.

The screenplay of the game is based upon the kidnapping of a princess, so Mario embarks on a journey to set the princess free in the course of the gameplay. Though being an absolute classic among platform side-scrollers, New Super Mario Bros. has added some moves and certainly improved the quality of graphics launching them to 3D level while making it a good-old retro looking episode of Mario series. There's a hint of NES nostalgia in two-buttoned control system which send Mario to wall-jumping and performing other sorts of acrobatics, known by Super Mario 64. Superb quality of visuals, which swirl into multitude of gorgeous world, opening on each level. You'll just want to have more of these fascinating views!

Despite of a slightly less elaborate script, Partners in Time is nevertheless a worthy and quality sequel of the famous RPG series. The scenario is well known to anyone who has played a Mario game at least once. The game setup is based upon the classical "threat for the Mushroom kingdom" conflict. This time it is an evil space invaders race called Shroob, led by their vindictive and greedy for power Princess. But as luck would have it, Mario has got enough moves up his sleeve to take advantage of. A miscellaneous pack of characters will help Mario out on his way to glory. Partners in Time is designed to play in about 30 hours, but unfortunately you'll have to do it all by yourself - there's no online modality to it.

A thoroughly original vision of the game idea. Humorous and daring in its spontaneity, Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime is one of the kind in its non-conformity. The game treads a somewhat new ground here: sticking to the script, Rocket, a blue slime, whose countrymen (if they might be called so) of Slimenia kingdom get abducted by a mysterious cartel who go by the name of "Plob", pulls out to rescue his species. Totally enthralling tank battles and wacky slimy collisions allow up to 4 gamers. By no means weird, but nonetheless deep and smart Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime video ame it'is surely worth a while of every Nintendo owner's time.

Animal Crossing: Wild World Animal is all about engrossing interaction with a virtual village inhabited by all sorts of animals. This game is much likely to take up a good deal of your time daily, as there is definitely no end to various kinds of simulating activities, like buildings homes, planting orchards, socializing with wild animals and doing loads of other exciting stuff. To my mind, the best sim game of the year. I cannot let go of my Nintendo thingy once I get started with the Crossing!

Two glorious heroes instead of one: Sonic the Hedgehog gains a new friend - Blaze the Cat. You are to help the partners track down precious Sol emeralds. The game is not that difficult, but nonetheless it offers an enjoyable time-passing to those who play it. Easy touch-screen controlling. You can play either character you like.