WorthPlaying writes: "The match-three gem puzzle genre is beyond saturated at this point, and things have gotten so bad that we're now making rip-offs of rip-offs. Jewel Master: Egypt is basically a reworking of Jewel Master: Cradle of Rome, which was itself a cheap knock-off of Bejeweled. The result is an insipid, uninspired, boring title that won't keep you entertained for more than a day."
"The last game I reviewed by Storm City Games, Gem Quest: 4 Elements, turned out surprisingly positive. Likely pleased with their successes in this sector of puzzle gaming, the publishers saw worth in re-releasing two of their past games into one collection. But after trying the game for yourself, you may have a different idea about the worth of the overall package." -- Wiiloveit.com
If you're one of those people who likes to start their holiday shopping early, or if you've got a special birthday coming up, or even if you're just looking for something to kill a little time, a new Nintendo Ds game is always a great option. And when you can get that game for less than a ten-spot, it's even better. Check out these steals that'll have them (or you) hugging their stockings tight.
Holy Shovelware, Batman!
Want some decent cheap DS games?
9 Hours 9 Persons 9 Doors ($15)
Ace Investigations: Miles Edgeworth ($18)
Chrono Trigger ($20)
Dragon Quest IV ($20)
Ghost Trick ($15)
Golden Sun: Dark Dawn ($20)
Final Fantasy IV ($20)
Nostalgia ($10)
Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney ($15)
The World Ends with You ($20)
Trauma Center: Under the Knife 2 ($18)
Valkryie Profile: Covenant of the Plume ($10)
(all priced at Amazon)
Any one of those games is superior to EVERY game on this article's list combined.
Rising Star Games have announced that match-3 titles Jewel Master: Cradle of Rome and Jewel Master: Cradle of Egypt are soon to be available as a double pack on a single cartridge. Both titles have enjoyed success at retail, with continuing sales and repeatedly featuring in the top 40 of the sales charts.
