Product Description

Advance Wars: Dual Strike is the latest in the hit tactical series. Enjoy an incredible new battle system that takes full advantage of the Nintendo DS system's two screens. New missions will have you commanding air forces on the top screen and ground forces below on the touch screen. Besides leading your army to victory with a slew of original COs, you can also clash with your friends over wireless connections. Easy-to-use map editor

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2698 in Video Games
• Brand: Nintendo
• Model: PS2 ACT 81033
• Released on: 2005-08-23
• ESRB Rating: Everyone
• Platform: Nintendo DS
• Dimensions: 2.00 pounds

Features

• Fight it out in all-new Survival and Combat modes
• Command a fleet of fighters high in the skies while troops clash with the enemy on the ground far below
• Use the top screen for quick-reference battle intel, or take control in battles that rage across both screens
• New COs & Tag-Team battles - Choose from new Commanding Officers, and combine their powers for incredible attacks that can turn the tide of battles
• For a battle with a twist, players lead soldiers into Combat Mode - a fast-paced, action-oriented battle against a storm of enemies

Customer Reviews

Best game EVER!
Okay, maybe not. But pretty freaking close. It's definitely the best DS game out there.

Dual Strike improves every aspect of the previous versions ten fold. It's the perfect sequel game: Take Advance Wars 2 and add a bunch more COs, units, maps, better graphics, etc., and you have this game.

Pros:
+ Many more COs than the previous version
+ More units
+ New Tag power
+ Ability to use 2 COs at the same time
+ Keeping of old COs and units
+ Better graphics
+ Nice campaign/plot
+ Endless replay value (if you have friends, that is)

Cons:
- Well, the only thing that ISN'T good about this game is if you're an idiot and can't figure out how to use strategies. I'll admit, if you're new to Advance Wars, it WILL take a little while to figure everything out, but that's to be expected. As long as your smarter than a rock, figuring out a good strategy isn't hard.

I'd recommend this game to anyone. That is, unless you suck at strategy; in which case, you might want to think twice about it. Even if you suck at strategy, this game shouldn't take too long to get used to. Just don't get it if you HATE strategy.

Once I got into Dual Strike, I realized that it was the only DS game I'd ever need; until, of course, Advance Wars: Days of Ruin came out (which I have also reviewed). =)

tactical crack
I first discovered the advance wars series on the gba....and have been playing each game in the series ever since. All the old favorites have returned, including Andy and Sami, and also some new faces. added highlights include dual screen battles (sometimes you don't actually control the top screen's troops) and more CO's, double CO powers, and more maps and vehicles types.

Even with all these added improvements....the gameplay itself is very balanced. There are times though, where the enemy will use a double CO power to totally turn the tide against you, but you are also free to do the same.

After beating the campaign mode, you can play battle mode, make your own maps, unlock Hard Campaign, and trade maps with other players. the DS version also includes the ability to play multiplayer with one DS and one cartridge, just as the gba versions allowed.

This is one of my favorite games, and has sucked more free time from my bones than any other game in recent memory.

(Almost) Perfect!
A beautiful strategy game for DS players who like to think! One of the best games to come out for the system. I only wish it used WI-Fi...