In these instances, the only way to get him to change directions is to completely let up off the D-pad and redirect him. Hiro will often get locked into moving along a particular path, though you may be pushing the D-pad in the opposite direction. The controls fail on even the most basic level. It's a good set-up, but few things work quite as well as they should. The camera is controlled with the left shoulder button and the D-pad, and R lets you block incoming attacks. You've got a basic attack, you can jump and even wall run, execute jutsus, and make use of offensive items, such as throwing stars and smoke bombs. In adventure mode, you'll move throughout 3D environments, controlling your character with the D-pad and face buttons. Again, the formula is sound the mechanics, however - not so much. Most of your time in the game will be spent collecting various plants and other items littered throughout Japan, fighting small groups of samurai, with a bit of scavenging and platforming tossed in for good measure. Mini Ninjas DS is divided into two games, really - the action-adventure portions (the bulk of the game) and the spirit world. As good as the game's story and level ideas are, you'll rarely find yourself enjoying what Magic Pockets (the handheld development team) have laid out for you here. From the wonky controls, to an almost-broken camera system, the game begs to be sent back to the drawing board to be completely reworked. In concept, Mini Ninjas DS has a lot going for it, but in execution, it is a painful game to play through.
In spite of the ability to teleport from one map area to another, however, the story progression is completely linear. The game world is surprisingly large, with lots to see and tons of items to collect. Your main quest, however, will lead you to shogun castles where you'll face off against the samurai horde. Your ninja team will aid villagers by retrieving stolen sushi and rice, or rid the countryside of ghosts who are unable to pass on to the spirit realm. The progression of the game is well-crafted, weaving minor quests into more integral portions of the story. A once-defeated, evil samurai has returned to mystical Japan and is taking possession of the local wildlife in order to construct an army of wretched minions. You'll play as Hiro, with an option to switch out with two other main characters, Futo and Suzume. Mini Ninjas on DS follows the same basic premise as its console brethren, though the gameplay is presented in a more mission-based format. Mini Ninjas brings exciting, martial arts action to consoles, with cute sensibilities that will likely make the game a hit with general audiences. From the makers of Kain & Lynch (Io Interactive) comes one of the most adorable and interesting new franchises for gaming platforms.
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