Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (DS)

94%
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Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass (DS) (2008)
genre: action, adventure

score: 94%

reviews
'The dungeons would actually be perfectly fun without the timed gimmick.'
Read more » New York Times
'Whether it’s making notes on the map screen using the stylus and yelling into the mic to expose the weakness of a sound-sensitive enemy or drawing symbols on doors, the Phantom Hourglass is a great way to show the kinds of things that the DS can do.'
Read more » Gametap
'Sure, it's a rehash of every Zelda game, but similar to all those cookie-cutter James Bond films, we quickly devoured it.'
Read more » Gamedaily
'The biggest problem, if it can be called one, with Phantom Hourglass is that it's too beholden to what's come before it. Innovation arrives in tiny steps, touch screen controls be damned.'
Read more » 1up.com
'The quickie dungeons and throttled exploration are outright disappointing, but when held up against the rest of the DS library, it’s an impressive game. But it’s just a good Zelda.'
Read more » GameTrailers
'Bringing the classic Zelda experience to the DS with a range of creative touches, The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass is an overwhelming success for the format.'
Read more » Total Video Games
'One of the finest portable adventures ever created, and yet another high point for one of gaming's greatest franchises.'
Read more » PALGN
'While it may be more casual than we'd like, it's captivating, entertaining, and a true adventure worthy of the Zelda name. It's different, but it's still the real deal.'
Read more » IGN
'Simply one of the DS' best.'
Read more » Eurogamer
'Phantom Hourglass wraps the standard Zelda formula in an innovative and fun control scheme that gives new life to several of the series' age-old concepts.'
Read more » Gamespot
'Arguably the DS' greatest title so far.'
Read more » AceGamez
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'A great-looking game, it uses the DS better than any other title I’ve ever seen, and most importantly, it’s fun to play.'
Read more » GameRevolution
'Another satisfying title, The Phantom Hourglass is sure to please anyone who enjoys a Zelda adventure.'
Read more » Gaming Excellence
'It’s a spectacular blend of touch-screen combat, brilliant puzzles, and Wind Waker beauty. A can’t-miss adventure – one of Nintendo’s finest, and one of the year’s best.'
Read more » GameZone
'The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass pushes the envelope when it comes to taking advantage of every feature on the DS.'
Read more » Gamer 2.0
'Phantom Hourglass is the perfect adventure, accessible to all ages from the novice adventure to the hardcore Zelda fan.'
Read more » Extreme Gamer
'It's not just the best DS game I've ever played, but it's also one of the best games I've ever played, period.'
Read more » WorthPlaying
'It may not live up to the lofty standards recently displayed in "Twilight Princess", but this adventure is worthy of Zelda canon, and still has enough great stuff going for it to be considered one of the year's best adventures.'
Read more » GameInformer
'All in all, Phantom Hourglass is a successful sequel that improves on everything that its predecessor did right.'
Read more » GamePro
'It’s not often that a game comes about to justify the purchase, or even the existence of a particular console, but with The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, Nintendo has delivered a game that every DS owner should experience.'
Read more » GameShark
'Easy and approachable enough for the DS' vast install base of casual users but rewarding and challenging enough to satisfy the hardest of the hardcore Zelda fans.'
Read more » Gamespy
'There are many excellent games on the DS but few masterpieces. This one, though, is a masterpiece. And worth every penny you'll pay for it.'
Read more » Computer and Video Games
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