Pure Nintendo: "This is the second 3DS bowling game I own, the first being Smash Bowling 3D. When I reviewed that game back in August, I felt it was just slightly above average, let down by underwhelming visuals (including poorly implemented 3D) lack of computer opponents, and even basic omissions like not letting you choose ball weight. I’m happy to say that Bowling Bonanza eliminates these concerns. It’s a better looking (and sounding game) with much more diversity, including a cool looking replay function that lets you view shots from various angles. The 3D effect, while not great, is improved, and it is easier to hold the “sweet spot”. You can pick from different ball sizes and weights too, which is a basic but important inclusion that I’m happy to see wasn’t overlooked."
Nintendo Life: Bowling as a sport has enjoyed a long and rich history, going as far back — in one form or another — to Ancient Egypt. The activity has become much more refined in recent years, and has been given similar treatment and media attention to that received by more popular sports, including several films on the subject. From countless alleys around the world to just as numerous video game adaptations, bowling has permeated modern society in a big way. This time around, Enjoy Gaming has decided to try its hand at a strike with Bowling Bonanza 3D.
