Crafting Mama DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation

Crafting Mama

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2010
GenreSimulation
DeveloperCooking Mama Limited
PublisherSquare Enix
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesMama
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Crafting Mama is a simulation game released in 2010 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Cooking Mama Limited and published by Square Enix.

It landed about 6 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2010 include Dragon Quest IX, Golden Sun: Dark Dawn and Ōkamiden.

It is part of the Mama series. Cooking Mama Limited also made Cooking Mama, Cooking Mama 2: Dinner with Friends and Gardening Mama for the DS.

Crafting Mama is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 Crafting Mama 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.

Crafting Mama gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Crafting Mama walkthroughs & guides

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Crafting Mama FAQ

When did Crafting Mama come out on the DS?

Crafting Mama was released for the Nintendo DS in 2010.

Who made Crafting Mama?

It was developed by Cooking Mama Limited and published by Square Enix.

Is Crafting Mama multiplayer?

No. Crafting Mama is a single-player game.

How long does Crafting Mama take to play?

As a simulation game, Crafting Mama 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 Crafting Mama 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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