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Monster Rancher DS
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2008 |
| Genre | Simulation |
| Developer | Cing |
| Publisher | Tecmo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Monster Rancher |
| Legacy | Well-known · legacy score 4 |
Monster Rancher DS is a simulation game released in 2008 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Cing and published by Tecmo.
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.
It is part of the Monster Rancher series. The series also appears on other systems with Monster Rancher 2 (PS1) and Monster Rancher (PS1). Cing also made Hotel Dusk: Room 215, Another Code: Two Memories and Last Window: The Secret of Cape West for the DS.
Monster Rancher DS supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to think and plan
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you have a friend to play against
Maybe skip it if…
- you want clear goals and a defined ending
What playing Monster Rancher DS 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.
Monster Rancher DS cheats & codes
27 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Monster Always Healthy | 021B6744
00000000 |
|---|---|
| Monster never die from oldness | 121B6718
0000270F |
| Max AP | 121B671C
000001F4 |
| Sunday | 221B6564
00000000 |
| Monday | 221B6564
00000001 |
| Tuesday | 221B6564
00000002 |
Monster Rancher DS walkthroughs & guides
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Monster Rancher DS FAQ
When did Monster Rancher DS come out on the DS?
Monster Rancher DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2008.
Who made Monster Rancher DS?
It was developed by Cing and published by Tecmo.
Is Monster Rancher DS multiplayer?
Yes. Monster Rancher DS supports up to 2 players.
How long does Monster Rancher DS take to play?
As a simulation game, Monster Rancher DS 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 Monster Rancher DS 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.