Nintendo DS · Puzzle
Animal Genius
Deep cut
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2007 |
| Genre | Puzzle |
| Developer | Big Blue Bubble |
| Publisher | Scholastic Corporation |
| Commitment | Quick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun) |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 3 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2007, Animal Genius is a puzzle game developed by Big Blue Bubble and published by Scholastic Corporation.
It landed about 3 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2007 include The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass, The World Ends with You and Hotel Dusk: Room 215.
Big Blue Bubble also made ICarly 2: iJoin the Click!, Mage Knight: Destiny's Soldier and Fighting Fantasy: The Warlock of Firetop Mountain for the DS.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want story, exploration or action
What playing Animal Genius is like
Puzzle games challenge pattern recognition, planning and quick thinking, from falling-block games to single-screen logic puzzles.
Tip for newcomers: Puzzle games are perfect for short sessions and often have endless or score-attack modes, so they never really end.
Animal Genius walkthroughs & guides
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Animal Genius FAQ
When did Animal Genius come out on the DS?
Animal Genius was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.
Who made Animal Genius?
It was developed by Big Blue Bubble and published by Scholastic Corporation.
How long does Animal Genius take to play?
As a puzzle game, Animal Genius typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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