Kabu Trader Shun DS box art

Nintendo DS · Adventure

Kabu Trader Shun

SystemNintendo DS
Released2007
GenreAdventure
DeveloperCapcom
PublisherCapcom
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 4

Developed by Capcom, Kabu Trader Shun arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2007 as an adventure game.

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.

Capcom also made Ace Attorney Investigations 2: Prosecutor's Gambit, Mega Man Star Force and Ōkamiden for the DS.

Kabu Trader Shun is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Kabu Trader Shun 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.

Kabu Trader Shun gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

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Kabu Trader Shun FAQ

When did Kabu Trader Shun come out on the DS?

Kabu Trader Shun was released for the Nintendo DS in 2007.

Who made Kabu Trader Shun?

It was developed by Capcom.

Is Kabu Trader Shun multiplayer?

No. Kabu Trader Shun is a single-player game.

How long does Kabu Trader Shun take to play?

As an adventure game, Kabu Trader Shun 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 Kabu Trader Shun 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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