N DS box art

Nintendo DS · Action / Platformer

N

Co-op

SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction, Platformer, Puzzle
DeveloperMetanet Software
PublisherMetanet Software
Players1–2 players (co-op)
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 4

Developed by Metanet Software, N arrived on the Nintendo DS as an action game. It blends action, platformer and puzzle elements.

N supports up to 2 players, including cooperative play, which makes it a strong pick for playing with a friend.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you want a game to beat together with a friend

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing N is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

N gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

N cheats & codes

5 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:

Infinite Time0220E938 3B9ACA00
Always 25000 Timer0220E938 000124F8 020DE0D0 000061A8
Get Gold Pieces From Anywhere02011250 E1A00000 02011208 E1A00000 020111EC E1A00000
All levels UnlockedC0000000 0000002C 220D59A8 00000001 DC000000 00000001 D2000000 00000000
All levels CompletedC0000000 0000002C 220D59A8 00000002 DC000000 00000001 D2000000 00000000

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N walkthroughs & guides

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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.

N FAQ

Who made N?

It was developed by Metanet Software.

Is N multiplayer?

Yes. N supports up to 2 players, including co-op play.

How long does N take to play?

As an action game, N typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about N 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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