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Dragon Ball DS is a charming action-adventure game for the Nintendo DS that retells the origins of the famous Dragon Ball saga. At the center of Dragon Ball DS is the young Son Goku, who goes on an adventurous journey with Bulma to find the seven Dragon Balls. Along the way, he encounters familiar figures such as Master Roshi, Yamchu, Krilin and many other characters from the early Dragon Ball universe.

In contrast to the typical fighting games in the series, Dragon Ball DS focuses on a mixture of adventure, exploration, puzzles and battles - similar to classic action adventures. Goku is controlled almost exclusively via the touch screen: you use the stylus to move him through the world, carry out attacks, use items or solve environmental puzzles. His famous weapon, the magic power staff, plays a central role in combat and movement.

The game world of Dragon Ball DS is divided into different areas in which you not only fight against opponents, but also discover hidden paths, solve switch puzzles and fight boss battles. During your journey, you will learn new skills - including Goku's legendary Kamehameha - and can gradually improve your techniques.

Graphically, Dragon Ball DS impresses with a colorful 3D presentation that captures the style of the original series very well. The characters of Dragon Ball DS are lovingly animated, the environments are richly detailed and full of allusions for fans. The game is also acoustically coherent and creates a Dragon Ball atmosphere with its effects and music.

Dragon Ball DS is a loving homage to the beginnings of Son Goku's adventure. Dragon Ball DS combines exciting battles with puzzles, exploration and a likeable story and offers a refreshingly different gaming experience in the Dragon Ball cosmos. Especially for fans of the classic series and players who like action-adventure games with humor and heart, Dragon Ball DS is a real highlight on the Nintendo DS.