Arkanoid DS DS box art

Nintendo DS · Action

Arkanoid DS

SystemNintendo DS
Released2007
GenreAction
DeveloperTaito
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 5

Arkanoid DS is an action game released in 2007 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Taito.

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.

Taito also made LostMagic, Arkanoid and Cooking Mama 3: Shop & Chop for the DS.

Arkanoid DS supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Arkanoid DS is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Arkanoid DS gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Arkanoid DS cheats & codes

33 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Max Game Points0222D838 3B9AC9FF
Unlock URANOID Mode2222E4DC 00000001
Stage A-59222E408 00000000 0222E408 00000004 D2000000 00000000
Stage B-59222E408 00000000 0222E408 00000009 D2000000 00000000
Stage C-59222E408 00000000 0222E408 0000000E D2000000 00000000
Stage D-59222E408 00000000 0222E408 00000013 D2000000 00000000

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Arkanoid DS walkthroughs & guides

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Playing DS games today

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Arkanoid DS FAQ

When did Arkanoid DS come out on the DS?

Arkanoid DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.

Who made Arkanoid DS?

It was developed by Taito.

Is Arkanoid DS multiplayer?

Yes. Arkanoid DS supports up to 2 players.

How long does Arkanoid DS take to play?

As an action game, Arkanoid DS typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Arkanoid DS on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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