Rockin' Pretty DS box art

Nintendo DS · Music & Rhythm

Rockin' Pretty

Deep cut

SystemNintendo DS
Released2009
GenreMusic & Rhythm
DeveloperArc System Works
PublisherArc System Works
Players1 player
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Developed by Arc System Works, Rockin' Pretty arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2009 as a rhythm game.

It landed about 5 years into the DS's life. Other notable DS releases from 2009 include The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare: Mobilized and Scribblenauts. Among the 42 DS music & rhythm games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.

Arc System Works also made Guilty Gear Dust Strikers and Super Dodgeball Brawlers for the DS.

Rockin' Pretty is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

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 play on a TV with noticeable input lag
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Rockin' Pretty is like

Music and rhythm games challenge your timing by asking you to hit inputs in sync with the beat.

Tip for newcomers: Modern TVs can add input lag that throws off timing; use your TV's game mode if rhythm feels off.

Rockin' Pretty gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Rockin' Pretty walkthroughs & guides

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Rockin' Pretty FAQ

When did Rockin' Pretty come out on the DS?

Rockin' Pretty was released for the Nintendo DS in 2009.

Who made Rockin' Pretty?

It was developed by Arc System Works.

Is Rockin' Pretty multiplayer?

No. Rockin' Pretty is a single-player game.

How long does Rockin' Pretty take to play?

As a rhythm game, Rockin' Pretty 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 Rockin' Pretty 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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