A DS edition of Cradle of Rome released alongside the PC game last year would have made more sense. But by now there are plenty better match-three games on Nintendo's handheld. For the same price ($20), The Quest Trio gives you the same experience with Jewel Quest, plus two more good puzzle games to boot. The Roman Empire was left behind by the march of progress, and the same can be said of Cradle of Rome.
Presentation - 5.0
Graphics - 5.0
Sound - 5.5
Gameplay - 6.0
Lasting Appeal - 6.0
Overall -
5.9/10