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CSI: Dark Motives
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CSI: Dark Motives
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| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2007 (originally 2004) |
| Genre | Adventure |
| Developer | Powerhead Games |
| Publisher | Ubisoft |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | CSI |
| Legacy | Deep cut · legacy score 2 |
Released for the Nintendo DS in 2007, CSI: Dark Motives is an adventure game developed by Powerhead Games and published by Ubisoft. This DS release is a port or adaptation of a game that first appeared in 2004.
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.
It is part of the CSI series; on the DS you can also try CSI: Unsolved! and CSI: Deadly Intent. Powerhead Games also made Winx Club: Quest for the Codex, Catz and Petz: Catz 2 for the DS.
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 CSI: Dark Motives 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.
CSI: Dark Motives walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for CSI: Dark Motives.
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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.
CSI: Dark Motives FAQ
When did CSI: Dark Motives come out on the DS?
CSI: Dark Motives was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007; the original game dates back to 2004.
Who made CSI: Dark Motives?
It was developed by Powerhead Games and published by Ubisoft.
Is CSI: Dark Motives multiplayer?
No. CSI: Dark Motives is a single-player game.
How long does CSI: Dark Motives take to play?
As an adventure game, CSI: Dark Motives 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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