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Nintendo DS · Adventure

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAdventure
DeveloperHigh Voltage Software
PublisherRed Wagon Games
Players1 player
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 1

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is an adventure game released for the Nintendo DS, developed by High Voltage Software and published by Red Wagon Games.

High Voltage Software also made Ben 10: Protector of Earth, Captain America: Super Soldier and Astro Boy: The Video Game for the DS.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a single-player game, so it's one to enjoy at your own pace.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • 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 fast action rather than puzzles and exploration
  • you are looking for something to play with friends

What playing Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is like

Adventure games focus on exploration, story and puzzle-solving rather than combat. Progress comes from examining your surroundings, collecting items and figuring out how they fit together.

Tip for newcomers: Classic adventure games can be cryptic by modern standards. Take notes, try everything on everything, and save before risky choices.

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer walkthroughs & guides

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Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer FAQ

Who made Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer?

It was developed by High Voltage Software and published by Red Wagon Games.

Is Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer multiplayer?

No. Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer is a single-player game.

How long does Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer take to play?

As an adventure game, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 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 Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 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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