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Dig Dug: Digging Strike
Mixed or average reviews
Based on 24 critic reviews
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Game Info
Publisher: Namco
Developer: Namco
Genre(s): Action, Platform, Arcade
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: October 18, 2005
Summary
This 3D adventure combines the classic arcade digging action with new baddies, environments, weapons, mini-games and strategies to deliver the most action-packed Dig Dug game to date. Whether tackling the underground alone or wirelessly with a friend, gamers discover 15 stages with more than 80 areas in Dig Dug Digging Strike. Players explore 3D environments on the top screen of the DS, then plunge underground on the bottom screen to dig and connect fault lines that will trap monsters. Only by sinking enemy bosses do players move to the next level – and they encounter some familiar faces along the way. The dreaded Pooka and Fygar are back to threaten Dig Dug, along with a host of never-before-seen bosses. Dig Dug is armed with a series of thrilling weapons to combat monsters as well as elements from the environment including rolling rocks, quicksand and flowing lava. [Namco]
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What The Critics Said
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Next Level Gaming
Dig Dug Digging Strike took everything that I loved about Dig Dug and made it better. I haven’t been this impressed with a make-over of a classic game since Sega released "OutRun 2" last year.
Read Full Review >AceGamez
It isn't a particularly intense game and doesn't make use of all of the platform's capabilities. However, if you come at Digging Strike expecting much of the same gameplay elements that made the original Dig Dug such a popular title, then Digging Strike will be right up your alley.
Read Full Review >eToychest
Perfect for a younger crowd, as the difficulty and ambience seem to be particularly well suited for those in the 5-12 age bracket.
Read Full Review >1UP
It's an entertaining attempt to revive an old favorite without straying too far from what made it so good in the first place. It's not the most impressive game you'll see on DS this fall, but it's one of the most fun.
Read Full Review >VGPub
If you’re a Dig Dug fan, you’ll be quite satisfied with Digging Strike. If you’re not, this won’t sway you.
Read Full Review >GameSpy
Digging Strike's simplistic gameplay is both an asset and a weakness. Fans of old school games will really enjoy this lighthearted update, but gamers looking for deeper gameplay will be disappointed.
Read Full Review >Nintendo Power
Though playing through the main story doesn't take nearly as long as I'd like, level replays plus a two-player sabotage mode (two DS cards needed) lengthen gameplay. [Dec 2005, p.122]
Nintendojo
The fleshing out of the Dig Dug world in story mode was enjoyable, I only wish that the gameplay was a bit deeper, or at least more challenging.
Read Full Review >DarkStation
Namco goes back to their roots and comes out with this classic, which retains its old-school playability, but sadly doesn't offer much in terms of variety.
Read Full Review >NTSC-uk
So we have a game that’s initially too easy, but compels extended play anyway – probably something to do with the ridiculously infectious music.
Read Full Review >Game Informer
This puzzle element is actually a lot deeper and more clever than I expected, but that doesn't change the fact that the core of the game is over 20 years old. [Dec 2005, p.190]
N-Insanity
Definitely a throwback to the arcade days, being almost identical to the arcade original. The new gameplay aspects add a little spice to the formula, but don’t add a whole lot of content overall.
Read Full Review >My Gamer
The game’s pacing, gameplay goals, and presentation might be a little too slow for today’s younger gaming age.
Read Full Review >DailyGame
A mildly fun title that mixes gameplay from several Namco titles along with a cute crossover storyline with another Namco classic character, "Mr. Driller."
Read Full Review >Worth Playing
Chances are you'll be better serviced with any one of Namco's arcade collections.
Read Full Review >Game Chronicles
There just isn’t all that much substance and certainly no flash with Namco’s latest retro invasion on the DS.
Read Full Review >Armchair Empire
Simply lacks any lasting appeal. While it may be tempting to say that long-time fans of the series may get a kick out of the game, if they’re purists they’ll likely have a problem with the gameplay tweaks added for this installment.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
Takes the basic concepts of the original arcade game and adds a few gameplay elements that, ultimately, don't fit together all that well. The game plays well enough, but anyone accustomed to the simplicity of Dig Dug might turn their nose up at this one.
Read Full Review >IGN
But this game property advancement isn't nearly as creative as Namco's other classic DS remakes, and its old-school presentation comes off more sloppy and lazy than it does clever.
Read Full Review >G4 TV
A fun, if brief game that manages to capture much of the appeal of the original, yet overcomplicates the core gameplay without enhancing it much. The game is entertaining while it lasts, but you won’t be digging it very long.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
Besides tapping arrow icons to move the story along, you never use the stylus in this particular game, which is a major disappointment.
Read Full Review >NGamer UK
Digging fanatics will dig exploring every last square of earth, but Namco haven't dug deep enough to create a truly compelling and fresh experience. [Oct 2006, p.68]
Sydney Morning Herald
It's a shame the innovative DS touch screen is hardly used here - play only requires use of the directional pad and buttons. The cat-and-mouse action is still as addictive as ever, but the new changes are not that innovative.
Read Full Review >NintendoWorldReport
The controls are marred with inaccuracy. Precise movement, which should be very easy based on the simple gameplay mechanics, is amazingly frustrating. Changing direction is an exercise in frustration.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
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