GameFocus writes: "When it comes to 2D platform adventures, you can always expect great quality when it comes from Nintendo. That holds true for The Legendary Starfy, the fifth game in the long running series developed by Tose which sees its first release in North America. This quirky platformer will certainly be enjoyed by kids under the age of twelve but will anyone else find it enjoyable?"
Pros
+ Classic 2D Platformer
+ Wonderful Graphics with great use of color
+ Great game for gamers under the age of twelve
+ Lots of unlockables and secrets to discover
+ Co-Op and Mini-games to play with friends (DS Download Play available)
Cons
- Way too easy for anyone over the age of twelve
- Music and Sound effects are not bad, but certainly borders the threshold of safe to play out loud
SPC writes, "Once again we arrive at a Thursday night. That obviously means that it is time to list off ten more of the most fantastic Nintendo DS retail games the system has ever known. This list describes the best and the brightest of the library. Perhaps some of my picks will attract you to tracking down a game or two yourself that you never would have tried out. Regardless, remember that the games on this list must have launched in North America to be included. With that out of the way, let's get to the next ten titles!"
Look at the 40 games they have listed so far and you will see that the DS is one hell of a system.
The Legendary Starfy is one of Nintendo's most underrepresented franchises, and it's a shame that the series hasn't gotten much exposure outside of Japan. Why is The Legendary Starfy being held back in North America?
At the end of the day, The Legendary Starfy is hardly one of the best platformers you will play but it is a fun and accessible game that aims to make gamers happy by letting them win all the way. The challenge is lacking and level designs are a tad too simple but the gameplay variety, solid length of the main adventure (8-10 hours), secrets and quirky extras makes The Legendary Starfy a entertaining package. Just don't expect the same level of challenge and quality level design as New Super Mario Bros or the same variety in abilities as Kirby.
