The Nintendo DS enters its fifth full year of life in 2009. The system is undoubtedly a true videogame success story, not just in the US but also in Japan. The problem is simply human nature: the grass is always greener, and there are a handful of titles that the Japanese gamers have been enjoying for years now that just haven't made the trip across the Pacific. Yet. Perhaps these games will just stay over on the other side of the world, but considering their quality and uniqueness, forgive IGN if they feel a little entitled to get their hands on localized versions of that territory's best Nintendo DS titles.
Here's a look at IGN's favorite Japan-only (for now) Nintendo DS games.
Space opera fans deserve a chance to experience the vastness of Infinite Space, and Sega needs to make up for its mistake.
I still go back to Infinite Space from time to time. Probably the most underrated game I ever played.
Pac-Pix launched in 2005 as a Nintendo DS exclusive, and deserves to make a comeback on modern touchscreen devices.
The new Nintendo-focused emulator for the iPhone is now available with support for several classic systems.
Won't belong before Nintendo bangs on Apple's door to have the emu removed. Like I say you take down one six more take it's place. Problem is people are putting emu's on such stupid platforms. The good emus are the ones not on stupid platforms like a red target. The good emu's are word of mouth and keep a low profile.