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It's About Time Nintendo!!!!

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 7 / 11
Date: February 06, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I feel with the release of The Wii that Nintendo has forgotten about its other affordable systems. How many new games have come out for Gamecube??? It seems only when a new childrens movie is launched.
But Finally they got something right! Not nonly should this title have been made for the DS, it should have also upgraded to the Gamecube.
You don't fix what ain't broke and this had to be an all time favorite on the N64.
There is nothing wrong with bringing back a CLASSIC for a new game system. Sell it and they will buy. Diddy Kong has been a favorite of mine since its introduction on the N64.
Hats off Nintendo, you did something right but you still are lacking the games for your affordable systems. More new games need to come out for the DS and Gamecube has many children and some adults have these systems as dust collectors in thier home due to the lack of new software.

Classic Reborn

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 5 / 8
Date: February 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

In this latest edition of Diddy Kong Racing for the DS you have all that was before and more....

This is a great classic to bring to the DS. If you played the original then you are familar with the controls(which havent changed to much) and the courses. This version has updated in that you will be using the stylus alot from everything like getting a power boost start to collecting balloons to get to the boss races. Some major and I think great improvements in the game are the track editor(unlocked later in game) and of course WI FI play. There are also alot of other new extras that you will just have to play to find out. All in all this is a great game for any hardcore fans of the original and hardcore racers. The only downfall I thought with the game is that I wish the graphics could have been a little sharper. Other than that it is an excellent game and recommend highly in gaming library.

very entertaining

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 0 / 4
Date: March 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

i loved the original Diddy Kong Racing, so it's only natural that i love the DS version also.

Love It

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: March 18, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Love this game. Great multi-player action. If you liked the original. You will like this one. Good graphics. Handling takes a little getting used to due to the limited camera views.

fantastice

5 Rating: 5, Useful: 1 / 7
Date: April 04, 2007
Author: Amazon User

i ordered this for my daughter for easter so she hasn't played it yet but she will be thrilled. i am suprised at how fast i recieved the item. thank you so much!

Another N64 Classic returns

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 14 / 16
Date: February 05, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Back when the Nintendo DS was launched in 2004, the first game that was released was a revised edition of Super Mario 64. the game really showed how dynamic and far the system would. It definitely was one of the most brilliant games I've ever played on the N64, and it was again on the Nintendo DS. Another classic is returning from the Nintendo 64 era just now. Back in 1997, Diddy Kong Racing was one of the most thrilling race games ever made. The gameplay was absolutely amazing, and it showed a new element in kart racing that hadn't been seen. Now it is returning to the Nintendo DS, but can it speed for gamers the way it did nearly 10 years ago?

Diddy Kong Racing for the Nintendo DS brings the element of Diddy Kong and friends as they try to secure, and revise Timber Island from the cluches of the vulgar Wizpig and his crew by racing through over 20 tracks ranging that tests your ability to feel speed. In this game, you'll race from the traditional karts, as well as hovercrafts and small planes too. The graphics are definitely in tune and have been remastered beautifully from its N64 original, but there are a lot of changes in this edition. One of the changes is the character lineup. In this version, Conker the Squirel and Banjo Bear, yes Banjo from Banjo-Kazooie are not in this edition, as they were with the original version. Another change is the challenges. When the N64 version came out, you had to battle through a silver coin challenge, inorder to battle against the bosses for the second match of the challenge. In this version, you'll have to endure a balloon popping challenge, which endures a bit more to handle with the stylus in play. The game also brings out a bit more in play, by adding a couple of new additions, like placing the wi-fi connection in by having you race and challenge up to 8 racers, and a new wish mode, where you can actually create and race against others on tracks which you can customize, and make for your own.

All in all, if you haven't yet played Diddy Kong Racing from its N64 era, it is definitely worth trying. But for veteran racers who've mastered the original version, they'll probably be in for a few treats here as well. While this racer was always a step behind what made Mario Kart so well in the gameplay, it still pleases die hard racing fans. I definitely recommend this as a must buy for the Nintendo DS.

Graphics: B+

Sound: B

Control: B-

Fun & Enjoyment: B 1/2- for solo players, B for multiplayers

Overall: B

GO ONLINE and YOU'll LOVE IT!

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 6 / 9
Date: February 06, 2007
Author: Amazon User

This game is a replica of the old N64 game. Except on this outing, the single player game is not much better than below average. Sure there is some good parts for the casual gamer that is not too hard on games. However, if you are a video game reviewer or a world class player, you will find this game has many shortcomings in the single player mode ... Well, it stinks. Now, on the other hand, the online play rocks. THis really seals the deal for this game. So in short summary, if you can't get online and your a casual gamer, rent the game. If you can get online, and you have a friend or two that can too, its worth the purchase.
I hope this helps!

Possibly underrated DS title (in the shadow of the Stache)

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 4 / 5
Date: July 08, 2007
Author: Amazon User

I never played the 64 original so this is all new to me but I love this game the adventure/racing cross works great and gives the game alot more appeal than one where you simply try to win 3 or more races in a row (although it has the Trophy races as well) Three types of craft, harder to use Powerups, and a serious GIRTH to the unlockables makes the game feel a little deeper than your average racer as well.The single card multiplayer, nice colorful graphics and rumble pack support fill out an already PLUMP game if you like Mario Kart you should try this game it is really fun for old and young nintendo fans.

Classic Rare game

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 0 / 1
Date: March 14, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Fun game, with a nice multiplayer mode for the DS. A classic Rare game.

Donkey goes racing finally ....

4 Rating: 4, Useful: 1 / 3
Date: April 02, 2007
Author: Amazon User

Donkey Kong Racing DS works well as a standalone or with multiple players. Although late to the racing games already available (mario Racing and Cartoon Netowrk Racing), the game has a twist. You have the choice or regular racing using a kart, or now using a hoover craft or an airplane. So, although late to the game .. it's made up by the other racing vehicles.

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