Gamertell

The DS is definitely the belle of the ball for E3 2008. It seems like practically every developer and publisher attending is working on incredibly interesting titles for Nintendo’s handheld. While quite a few publishers/developers are keeping us in the dark as to what games we can expect to see (like Nintendo), others are already giving fans sneak peeks of what’s to come.

Gamertell decided to look at what DS games have been revealed so far, and pluck out the best of the best. These are the titles we can’t wait to play, and we’ll eagerly anticipate the release of. So far, it looks like the DS will be home to many interesting RPGs and ports.

Kingdom Hearts 358/2: Okay, so the DS Kingdom Hearts title wasn’t listed in the Square Enix E3 lineup press release, but I wouldn’t be surprised to see some mention of this game at the event. Well, I’m hoping to see some mention of this game (Or a localization of Nanashi no Game) at the event.

Chrono Trigger DS: Square Enix recently dropped a bomb on fans when it announced that Chrono Trigger was being revamped and ported to the DS with new features like touch screen control and dual screen compatibility. There is no doubt in my mind that Chrono Trigger DS will be the DS game everyone is buzzing about once the convention’s over.

Bangai-O Spirits: Treasure games are always awesome, and Bangai-O was no exception. It was originally a 2001 Dreamcast game, but now it has been completely revitalized and revamped for the DS as Bangai-O Spirits, with 160 levels, a level editor and the ability to share your maps with friends.

Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen: Yet another remake (not port, remake) of a classic Enix NES game, Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen could very well be a huge hit. After all, Dragon Quest VIII did very well.

Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia: As interesting as the 3D Castlevania games can be, nothing beats a classic, 2D Castlevania, like the forthcoming Order of Ecclesia. Like the previous DS Castlevania games, players head out to destroy Dracula, only this time, you do so as a woman - Shanoa. It will also feature Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection multiplayer and item trading, like Portrait of Ruin.

Infinite Line: Yet another DS RPG, Infinite Line has a little something special going for it, that is creating a huge buzz around it. It was created by PlatinumGames, formerly known as Clover Studios - the geniuses behind Okami and Viewtiful Joe. It follows the storyline of Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke. Players will be able to create their own spaceship and crew, and then set off to battle other ships and explore the galaxy.

Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood: Everyone has been buzzing about the Sonic Chronicles RPG from BioWare ever since it was announced, and it looks like we may get a better look at it at E3. Hopefully a playable demo will be available, so people can get hands-on time with the game and report if it is living up to the hype.

Puzzle Quest: Galactrix: The original Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords was a huge hit, especially with the portable crowd, thanks to its engrossing gameplay and multiplayer mode. Its sequel, Puzzle Quest: Galactrix, will also be a puzzle/RPG hybrid, but will also change the formula from the original game. It is set in outer space, as opposed to the original’s medieval setting, and features a hexagonal grid for swapping gems. Players can also purchase ships, hire crew members and explore the galaxy.

Site [Kingdom Hearts 358/2 (Japanese)] Site [Chrono Trigger DS] Site [Bangai-O Spirits] Site [Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen] Site [Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia] Site [Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood] Site [Puzzle Quest: Galactrix]