TPG writes, "The minute you utter the locations aloud from The Legendary Starfy, you realize this game wants to be loved. To be frank, its almost too damn cute at first for a "real man" to play; but after a few hours in, you will be smiling ear to ear because it makes you so damn happy. What begins as a slow-paced and laid back platformer (that is seemingly built for Japanese audiences) ends with such depth and challenge that it demands to be purchased immediately. The game is a perfect amalgamation of unique level design, fluid gameplay, vibrant visuals and whimsical storytelling. Nintendo has another hit franchise on its already money-soaked hands."
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.
Wow... I can tell by looking at the images that this is a kiddy game.
so cuddly wuddly... must not give in to inner child
Albeit kiddy.. but still a good review
Its. Just. So. Damn. Cute. But BEWARE!!!
My wife has already finished it twice but we spend at least a half hour a day screaming in frustration trying to finish the time attacks of secret world 10. It will test your mettle like the hardest of platformers.