Let's Play Schools DS box art

Nintendo DS · Simulation / Board, Card & Party

Let's Play Schools

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2008
GenreSimulation, Board, Card & Party
PublisherDeep Silver
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 2

Released for the Nintendo DS in 2008, Let's Play Schools is a simulation game published by Deep Silver. It blends simulation and board, card & party elements.

It landed about 4 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2008 include Pokémon Platinum, Professor Layton and the Curious Village and Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood.

Let's Play Schools 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 Let's Play Schools 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.

Let's Play Schools gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Let's Play Schools walkthroughs & guides

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Let's Play Schools FAQ

When did Let's Play Schools come out on the DS?

Let's Play Schools was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.

Who made Let's Play Schools?

published by Deep Silver.

Is Let's Play Schools multiplayer?

No. Let's Play Schools is a single-player game.

How long does Let's Play Schools take to play?

As a simulation game, Let's Play Schools 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 Let's Play Schools 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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