When it comes to DS gaming only -- no other systems need apply -- do you prefer text adventures, or action adventure titles? Let's mix it up a little and pretend Phantom Hourglass isn't looming on the horizon (because it seems likely to skew our perceptions right on out of this dimension). So what do you prefer? Pointing and clicking, or running around? This is a tough one; so often, it comes down to the game, and both types have their benefits and drawbacks, many of which are unique to the DS (or perhaps shared by the PC, in some cases).
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When it comes to DS gaming only -- no other systems need apply -- do you prefer text adventures, or action adventure titles? Let's mix it up a little and pretend Phantom Hourglass isn't looming on the horizon (because it seems likely to skew our perceptions right on out of this dimension). So what do you prefer? Pointing and clicking, or running around? This is a tough one; so often, it comes down to the game, and both types have their benefits and drawbacks, many of which are unique to the DS (or perhaps shared by the PC, in some cases).
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(Page 1)2. Point and click games have a special place in my heart. They're the most basic of game mechanic but they work so well when you've got the right content. And with Ace Attorney the pacing and music really draw you into the moment. I hate today's "it needs to be high-tech" attitude towards game design.
Action adventure is also really good when done well though, I'm disappointed that Zelda seems to be the only series developing in that area.
Posted at 9:44AM on Aug 31st 2007 by Kree
3. To be honest, both of them remain equal to me. When I'm in the mood for a relaxing (sort of) game, I'd definitely pick up a text adventure (I even contemplated getting the Silent Hill novel for the GBA! O_O). When I want action, I've never bought a purely action title, it's always been action adventure.
Text-based games were my first genre of gaming when I started playing games. They've been around for so long now, they're hard to get away from. Hell, the first game I remember playing was Gabriel Knight 3 for PC which was essentially point-and-click and for the most part, it was easy enough for me to play at a young age.
Posted at 11:42AM on Aug 31st 2007 by elsng
4. Point and click for me; not only did the DS introduced me to this gameplay style, but it's made it one of my favorites. Phoenix Wright, Hotel Dusk, Trace Memory, and even Touch Detective were awesome for me, and I'm looking forward to more of them point-n-clicky games!
Posted at 12:57PM on Aug 31st 2007 by sergioalb64
5. I grew up with the old Space Quest, Day of the Tentacle, Sam & Max type games, and I miss them terribly. I would kill to see the genre make a real come back, like the 2D platformer has (another of my long-time favourites.) To me, action and text can live in harmony. Just like 2D and 3D platformers can.
Posted at 8:50PM on Aug 31st 2007 by TD
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1. I flip back and forth.
Once I got hooked on the Phoenix Wright games, I pretty much ignored any games which didn't heavily use the stylus.
Right now, though, I'm more into action titles, having started over on Jump Ultimate Stars (which is still such an insanely awesome game.)
That's one of the greatest parts of owning a DS; the variety of game styles is huge.
Posted at 9:22AM on Aug 31st 2007 by Chicago_Josh