Clever use of 3D backdrops, unlockable mini-games and the ability to have another player join you to help out on certain stages all raise Starfy's stock, as do the healthy amount of extras to find and enjoy even once you finish the main game. It's just a shame that there's only a minimal sense of accomplishment from any given task or this could have been a chance for a star to rise in the West.
The Legendary Starfy is as loveable and entertaining as they come, but it is also far too easy.
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.
