Polar Bowler DS box art

Nintendo DS · Sports

Polar Bowler

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
GenreSports
DeveloperWildTangent
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Released for the Nintendo DS, Polar Bowler is a sports game developed by WildTangent.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Polar Bowler is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Polar Bowler gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Polar Bowler 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.

Polar Bowler FAQ

Who made Polar Bowler?

It was developed by WildTangent.

How long does Polar Bowler take to play?

As a sports game, Polar Bowler typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Polar Bowler 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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