The Idolmaster Dearly Stars

Nintendo DS · Simulation

The Idolmaster Dearly Stars

SystemNintendo DS
Released2009
GenreSimulation
DeveloperBandai Namco Entertainment
PublisherBandai Namco Entertainment
Players1–2 players
CommitmentWeekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours)
SeriesThe Idolmaster
LegacyWell-known · legacy score 6

Developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment, The Idolmaster Dearly Stars arrived on the Nintendo DS in 2009 as a simulation 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 89 DS simulation games in our database, it ranks #25 by legacy score.

It is part of the The Idolmaster series. Bandai Namco Entertainment also made Digimon World Championship, Digimon Story Lost Evolution and Taiko no Tatsujin DS for the DS.

The Idolmaster Dearly Stars supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to think and plan
  • you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
  • you have a friend to play against

Maybe skip it if…

  • you want clear goals and a defined ending

What playing The Idolmaster Dearly Stars is like

Simulation games model a system and let you play inside it, whether that means building a city, flying a plane, raising a pet or running a business.

Tip for newcomers: Simulations are often open-ended. Set yourself small goals and enjoy experimenting with the systems.

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Playing DS games today

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The Idolmaster Dearly Stars FAQ

When did The Idolmaster Dearly Stars come out on the DS?

The Idolmaster Dearly Stars was released for the Nintendo DS in 2009.

Who made The Idolmaster Dearly Stars?

It was developed by Bandai Namco Entertainment.

Is The Idolmaster Dearly Stars multiplayer?

Yes. The Idolmaster Dearly Stars supports up to 2 players.

How long does The Idolmaster Dearly Stars take to play?

As a simulation game, The Idolmaster Dearly Stars 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 The Idolmaster Dearly Stars 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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