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Nintendo DS · Adventure
Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King
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| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2008 |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | VIS Entertainment |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Ankh |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 1 |
Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King is an adventure game released in 2008 for the Nintendo DS, developed by VIS Entertainment.
It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.
It is part of the Ankh series.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to get lost in a long quest
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious
Maybe skip it if…
- you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King is like
Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.
Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King FAQ
When did Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King come out on the DS?
Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.
Who made Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King?
It was developed by VIS Entertainment.
Is Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King multiplayer?
No. Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King is a single-player game.
How long does Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King take to play?
As an adventure game, Ankh: Curse of the Scarab King typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
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