Viewtiful Joe: Double Trouble

When a mysterious crime syndicate descends on the set of Captain Blue's newest movie and makes off with the film, Joe rushes to the rescue. Will his...
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DS
 
7.8
good
 
CRITICS SCORE
7.6
(34 ratings)
GAMER SCORE
7.9
(491 ratings)
 

Game Overview

When a mysterious crime syndicate descends on the set of Captain Blue's newest movie and makes off with the film, Joe rushes to the rescue. Will his dazzling new moves prove powerful enough for Joe to nab the thieves and save the fate of Captain Blue's movie?

The Good

Superb graphics capture the trademark Viewtiful Joe style, Excellent soundtrack keeps the action moving, Unique VFX powers take full advantage of the touch screen.

The Bad

Touch screen is imprecise and awkward to use at first, Scenes get repetitive later in the game.

The Bottom Line

Joe's first DS appearance starts off as Captain Blue's latest movie is ready to be unveiled to the public. A sinister group steals the movie, bringing Joe back into action as he tries to get the movie back. Joe's quarrelsome little sister, Jasmine, who wants to be an actress in the future, joins in on the action this time around.

The two screens will keep track of the action in two viewpoints, and the touch panel will be used to solve puzzles and pull off special moves.

Game Screenshots

Expert Reviews

GameSpot review logo
76/100
score

The implementation isn't quite seamless, and it can be frustrating at times, but the touch screen features do give you a few more ways to interact with enemies and environments. As a result, Double Trouble takes a much more puzzle-focused approach to the

GameZone review logo
85/100
score

While the touch-screen stuff can get a little difficult when the action gets intense, the game makes good use of the DS's unique abilities.

IGN review logo
85/100
score

The puzzle elements are incredibly clever in places because they're constructed of elements that really haven't been done anywhere before.

Game Features

Viewtiful Joe™: Double Trouble retains the exciting cel-shaded gameplay that is synonymous to the series.
All new and engrossing storyline set within the "Movie Studio" theme park.
A diverse set of new enemies to tackle and defeat.
Introduction of a new character to the "Joe" family - Meet Joe's little sister, Jasmine, an aspiring actress who gets caught up in the movie action.
Innovative use of the Nintendo DS Dual Screens - Make use of the handheld's dual-screens and touch-sensitive panel to help Joe solve puzzles using his renowned VFX powers and new moves specifically designed for the Nintendo DS: Scratch -- Shake the world with this power to have items fall from the sky and crash onto the heads of enemies Split -- Split the touch screen in half and slide the top section left or right Slide -- Swap the top screen and touch screen to stop an enemy in its tracks Touch -- While performing a Slide, use Touch to move around objects

Game Specs

Modes
Full Mission Single-Player, Story

 
 

ESRB Game Ratings

ESRB Rating of "T"
This game is Rated: Teen
Content is most suitable for children ages 13 and up. This game may contain violence, gambling, suggestive themes, crude humor, or some strong language.
Content Descriptors:
Cartoon Violence
 
Viewtiful Joe: Double Trouble Cover
 
Game Info
Platform:Nintendo DS
Release Date:11/15/2005
Publisher:Capcom
Developer:Clover Studio
Genre:Action
ESRB Rating:T
Gamesite:--
 
Game Quality Ratings
Overall
8.5
Gameplay
8
Graphics
9
Sound
8.5
Concept
8.5
Difficulty: Medium
OVERALL
8.5/10
 

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