Brave: Shaman's Challenge

Nintendo DS · Simulation

Brave: Shaman's Challenge

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2009
GenreSimulation
PublisherSouthPeak Games
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Brave: Shaman's Challenge is a simulation game released in 2009 for the Nintendo DS, published by SouthPeak Games.

It landed about 5 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2009 include The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized and Scribblenauts.

This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • 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 clear goals and a defined ending
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Brave: Shaman's Challenge is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

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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.

Brave: Shaman's Challenge FAQ

When did Brave: Shaman's Challenge come out on the DS?

Brave: Shaman's Challenge was released for the Nintendo DS in 2009.

Who made Brave: Shaman's Challenge?

published by SouthPeak Games.

Is Brave: Shaman's Challenge multiplayer?

No. Brave: Shaman's Challenge is a single-player game.

How long does Brave: Shaman's Challenge take to play?

As a simulation game, Brave: Shaman's Challenge typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Brave: Shaman's Challenge 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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