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(63%)
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Abstract: If you've already played the N64 version of Diddy Kong Racing, then you may find the new additions amount to diddly squat racing.Diddy Kong Racing is a revamped version of the original that appeared on the N64 a decade ago. I can't say that it's been impr...
Solid racing controls; generally fun gameplay; decent graphics; lots to see and do; multiplayer and create-a-track modes are a welcome new addition.
Touch screen controls are unecessary and tacked-on; gameplay is restrictive (repeating races over and over until you win is not fun); mini games are a bore.
A solid racer, held back somewhat by the failings of the original Nintendo 64 game that were carried over to this Nintendo DS port. Well worth picking up if youre in the market for a kart racer and you already own Mario Kart DS.
Solid racing controls; generally fun gameplay; decent graphics; lots to see and do; multiplayer and create-a-track modes are a welcome new addition.
Touch screen controls are unecessary and tacked-on; gameplay is restrictive (repeating races over and over until you win is not fun); mini games are a bore.
A solid racer, held back somewhat by the failings of the original Nintendo 64 game that were carried over to this Nintendo DS port. Well worth picking up if youre in the market for a kart racer and you already own Mario Kart DS.
Abstract: Have you ever played a game and wanted to like it, but just couldn�t? All of the pieces were there, but in the end it seemed more like a chore (and a bore) than having a fun time? If you answered no, you should really try Diddy Kong Racing DS and join ...
Abstract: DS fans have been waiting patiently for another "smash hit" character racing game to arrive, so when Rares Diddy Kong Racing was announced for the Nintendo DS, we thought it would be a great addition to our carefully built DS library. Oh, how wrong we...
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Published: 2007-02-16, Author: Gabe , review by: gamespy.com
Three vehicles to choose from; youre under no obligation to buy every DS game that comes out.
We already know that the DS has some issues dealing with 3D environments, but in Diddy Kong Racing all of those issues seem to compound into one giant sucking vacuum of fun. Its not just the graphics of Diddy Kong Racing that scar the soul (and obscur...
Graphically, Diddy Kong is pretty similar to its N64 parent. No real changes to speak of, except of course that the screen size is condensed. The soundtrack is also exactly the same. I was expecting some updates, but nothing. It is nice that they add t...
Frustrating touch pad controls The Final Word Diddy Kong Racing DS had lot of potential but fell short in delivering a solid racing experience. If the controls werent so frustrating, the game play experience would have been a lot more enjoyable. Save ...
Diddy Kong Racing DS had lot of potential but fell short in delivering a solid racing experience. If the controls werent so frustrating, the game play experience would have been a lot more enjoyable. Save this for a used-game price or a rental -- spen...
