Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation

Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures

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SystemNintendo DS
Released2009
GenreSimulation
DeveloperMagic Pockets
PublisherUbisoft
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures is a simulation game released in 2009 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Magic Pockets and published by Ubisoft.

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.

Magic Pockets also made Tigerz for the DS.

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 Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures 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.

Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures FAQ

When did Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures come out on the DS?

Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures was released for the Nintendo DS in 2009.

Who made Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures?

It was developed by Magic Pockets and published by Ubisoft.

Is Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures multiplayer?

No. Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures is a single-player game.

How long does Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures take to play?

As a simulation game, Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures 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 Dolphin Island: Underwater Adventures 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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