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Etrian Odyssey DS
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75 out of 100

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8.9 out of 10

Generally favorable reviews- based on 21 Ratings

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  • Summary: (Also known as "Sekaiju no Meikyuu" in Japan) In a vast and fertile land lies a small town known as Etria, a peaceful village that became famous for a startling discovery. A crack in the vast forest opened at Etria's edge, leading downward like a gaping maw. It all began there... Your salvation in the labyrinth is in your own hands: Create your own team of adventurers to withstand the maze’s fierce battles, while creating your own dungeon maps using the Nintendo DS touch screen outside of combat. Lush 3D graphics and a world-class soundtrack puts an exquisite face on the mortal danger that lurks at every step. [Atlus Software]… Expand

Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 16 out of 30
  2. Mixed: 14 out of 30
  3. Negative: 0 out of 30
  1. Hardcore Gamer Magazine
    95
    In reality though, Etrian Odyssey is a challenging, ballsy, rewarding game that gives the otherwise stagnant RPG genre a swift, much-needed kick in the ass. [June 2007, p.62]
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  2. AceGamez
    90
    It's very well designed and the execution is highly polished; indeed, this is one of the best games I have played all year and it has been the default game in my DS since May when it was shipped - whenever I don't have another game that I need to play, Etrian Odyssey goes back in for more fun.
  3. IGN
    74
    Etrian Odyssey is – with every ounce of its being – a RPG fanatic's wet dream. The game makes no excuses for the player, demanding that you strategize every step of the way.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 15
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 15
  3. Negative: 1 out of 15
  1. MannyL
    10
    My ABSOLUTE favorite game for the DS. Etrian Odyssey is quite certainly the best RPG I have ever played on any handheld system! The visuals are just plain beautiful and you will certainly appreciate it as it is. The gameplay is punishing but it's the challenge that really makes this game shine. I would definitely recommend this game to any true RPG lover and enthusiast. Not for the casual gamer.… Expand
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  2. SteveD.
    5
    I'm not sure why this game has such a hardcore following. I've been playing RPGs for nearly 25 years, and this is the same RPG, with the same AI. Sure enemies hit harder, and you don't hit as hard, but it's just a much longer, not very challenging grind. The "self" mapping is trite, as you'll be revisiting the floors often, and the font it very ugly. You could basically make this game in RPG Maker.… Expand
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  3. Philosophy
    3
    This game is quite boring. I grew up on rigid turn-based RPGs (ie Dragon Warrior, Death Keep) and while the artwork is good, the gameplay is stagnant. The mapping is ridiculous and pointless. I made it through the first floor and had no desire to continue. It's a shame, I was really hoping this would be a good RPG that would pass the time until Dragon Quest IX.… Expand
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