3 of 5: Bargain Bin

I love Dragon Blade's mostly-original concept and well-executed gameplay, but the repetitive and at times monotonous nature of the adventure combined with the general "blahness" of the presentation make the game arduous to play for extended periods. The ending hints at a sequel, and I sincerely hope that it improves on these areas, because there is promise in this IP at its core (no pun intended). Fortunately, publisher D3 seems to be aware of the game's shortcomings, as it retails for a bargain $30, less expensive than some DS titles. At that price, Dragon Blade becomes a worthy investment for those willing to overlook its flaws and give it a chance.

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