RPG + Puzzles = Fun
User Rating: 9 | Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords DS
I am not a huge gamer. I have a DS mostly to fill empty times when standing in lines, etc. However, I thoroughly enjoyed Puzzle Quest. I rarely play RPGs because I always feel like they are too complicated, like I'm missing important parts of the plot. I did not have that problem with Puzzle Quest. The plot is pretty straightforward with some side quests that are interesting. The easy to decipher system let's you know immediately where you need to go next. You are welcome to make side quests (which builds your character to defeat the big bad--Lord Bane). The puzzle is a classic. It's a version of bejeweled, but "spells" have been added which cause interesting effects. Part of the quest is determining which spells work best for you, and what spells you should use in conjunction with each other.
If there is one drawback, it's that the puzzle gets a little repetitive once you reach the higher levels.
Overall: I really enjoyed this game. It wasn't so hard that I was discouraged, but it wasn't so easy that I breezed through it. Perfect for a beginner like me.
