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Nintendo DS · Action-Adventure / Adventure

Shrek the Third

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SystemNintendo DS
GenreAction-Adventure, Adventure
DeveloperShaba Games
PublisherActivision
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
LegacyDeep cut · legacy score 3

Released for the Nintendo DS, Shrek the Third is an action-adventure game developed by Shaba Games and published by Activision. It blends action-adventure and adventure elements.

Shaba Games also made Spider-Man: Web of Shadows for the DS.

Shrek the Third supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to get lost in a long quest
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the DS hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want a game you can finish in one short session

What playing Shrek the Third is like

Action-adventures blend real-time combat with exploration, puzzles and item collection. You open up a larger world gradually as new tools let you reach places you couldn't before.

Tip for newcomers: Keep a mental (or paper) map of locked doors and unreachable ledges; most action-adventures expect you to come back once you find the right item.

Shrek the Third gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Shrek the Third walkthroughs & guides

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Shrek the Third FAQ

Who made Shrek the Third?

It was developed by Shaba Games and published by Activision.

Is Shrek the Third multiplayer?

Yes. Shrek the Third supports up to 2 players.

How long does Shrek the Third take to play?

As an action-adventure game, Shrek the Third 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 Shrek the Third 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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