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Binding: Video Game Brand: XSEED Games EAN: 0853466001124 ESRB Age Rating: Everyone 10+ Label: Xseed Games Manufacturer: Xseed Games Model: 80812 Platform: Nintendo DS Publisher: Xseed Games Release Date: November 11, 2008 Sales Rank: 9516 Studio: Xseed Games
Features:
A Classic is Reborn on the Nintendo DS - The interface is built around the stylus and touch-screen controls while retaining the feel of the classic; Actions taken on the touch-screen play out on the top screen
Additional Gods and Miracles - Five different elementally imbued gods, each with their own unique miracles and demon counterpart, are now selectable rather than just one
More Single-Player Missions and Variety - Challenge Mode with 50 missions to clear as well as Free Play Mode including a “Find The Warrior” mini-game
4-Player Wireless Multiplayer - Versus Mode allows up to four players to compete, unleashing disasters such as earthquakes, tidal waves and volcanic eruptions to wreak havoc on opponents’ lands
A Must-Have for Populous Fans - The most popular and classic maps from previous editions pay homage to the roots of this legendary series
Product Description: Populous DS is an adaptation to the Nintendo DS of the classic Bullfrog-created Populous franchise. The title is one of the earliest "god games" that became available on the PC. You need to look after the villagers of a virtual world, help them build up their village, and become more powerful, as they worship you and grant you different godly powers, which you must then use to battle other gods and their followers. The game has simple mechanics and a very fast-paced rhythm, making it an ideal title for the DS. The Wi-Fi connection of the handheld console also comes in handy, as it allows competitive multiplayer for up to four players, with earthquakes, tidal waves and lava being the main weapons.
Customer Reviews
Average Rating:
Rating: - Actually Better Than I Expected
Frankly I was a little worried about this title. The original was one of my favorite PC games in the early 90's. Subsequent console ports were pretty unplayable. And honestly the trailer video doesn't look that good. Plus the new play options are much more complicated than the elegantly simple original.
But the verdict is: it works. It works well. It plays at least as well as the original. The touch screen on the DS is a huge plus. The screen is a little small and the controls take a little getting used to, but only a little. By the first or second game after the tutorial I pretty well had it down, controlling just with the stylus and left shoulder button. Easy, fun and very reminiscent of the experience from the days of yore.
Like the original Populous the game can be at times slow and others frustrating, but it plays well, and it is a good puzzle/strategy game. This update has more strategy than the original, and I feel it works well. I don't think anyone will call this version one for the ages. But if you already like this kind of game, or were thinking about buying it based on fond memories of the original on the PC, it's definitely worth the price of admission.
