The summary of ’11 MUST PLAY Nintendo 3DS Hidden Gems’

The video discusses various hidden gems and underrated games for the Nintendo 3DS, emphasizing a range of genres including action RPGs, strategy RPGs, and dungeon crawlers. Key games mentioned include "Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson," "Stella Glow," "Nano Assault," "One Piece Romance Dawn," "Fantasy Life," "Radiant Historia Perfect Chronology," "Heroes of Ruin," and the Devil Survivor series. The video highlights the captivating gameplay, engaging storylines, and unique mechanics of these titles, urging viewers to explore these lesser-known games for an enjoyable and immersive gaming experience on the 3DS. The speaker also encourages fans to support these underrated games to potentially revive interest in the series and consoles like the DS and 3DS.

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In this segment of the video, the YouTuber shares 11 hidden gems for the 3DS. The first game highlighted is “Senran Kagura 2: Deep Crimson,” praised for its fan service and fun gameplay as an action RPG. Another game mentioned is “Stella Glow,” a strategy RPG with anime and singing elements, considered by the YouTuber as one of the most underrated games on the 3DS. The YouTuber encourages fans of action RPGs and strategy games to try out these hidden gems.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the 3DS as the king of JRPGs and highlights the game’s incredible fun that appeals to modern audiences. They praise the game as a double-edged sword, acknowledging its end of studio but recommending it as a beloved and underrated 3DS JRPG. The speaker also emphasizes the Project Cross Zone series, created by Monolith Soft, combining SRPG and action-fighting elements with beloved Capcom, Xenosaga, Xenoblade, Fire Emblem, and Phoenix characters. They urge viewers to check out these two games for a unique and enjoyable experience, praising their animation, art style, and gameplay mechanics. The speaker strongly recommends Project Cross Zone one and two as must-plays for fans of SRPGs, Capcom, or those seeking wild and unique gaming experiences.

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In this part of the video, the YouTuber discusses three games on the Nintendo 3DS.
1. Nano Assault: It’s a showcase game for the 3D capabilities of the 3DS where you fight a virus as a nanobot. The game offers a unique experience with challenging boss fights and fresh levels.
2. One Piece Romance Dawn: An RPG compilation with gorgeous animation. While being a fan of One Piece helps, anyone can enjoy the game for its charm and hidden gem status in the 3DS library.
3. Fantasy Life: A game praised for its charm, immersion, and the ability to choose different roles. It offers hundreds of hours of gameplay and is considered a deep and enjoyable experience on the 3DS.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses two Nintendo 3DS games: Fantasy Life and Radiant Historia Perfect Chronology. Fantasy Life is praised for its charming art style, addicting gameplay, and immersive experience similar to Animal Crossing or MMOs. Radiant Historia Perfect Chronology is described as a top favorite game with a masterful turn-based JRPG system, engaging time travel mechanics, and well-written characters. The game encourages exploration of different outcomes without fear of making mistakes, offering a rewarding and satisfying experience. The speaker highly recommends both games despite Radiant Historia being underrated and somewhat overlooked.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker highlights two Nintendo 3DS games. First, they recommend Heroes of Ruin, describing it as a phenomenal dungeon crawler similar to Path of Exile or Diablo. They praise its gameplay, visuals, and overall quality. They then discuss Devil Survivor 1 Overclocked and Devil Survivor 2 Recordbreaker, enhanced DS ports known for their excellent melding of SRPG and turn-based combat. The games offer a deep demon-collecting and party customization system, along with engaging storylines and dark tones. The speaker suggests these games for fans of Persona and the Press Turn battle system.

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In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the second game in the Devil Survivor series, highlighting that it maintains high stakes with the potential for party members to die based on player decisions. They mention that this game has a lighter, Persona-like feel compared to its predecessor, making it more accessible. The speaker expresses a desire for more fans to be introduced to the series to potentially revive it with a third installment. They emphasize the iconic status of both games, exclusive to the DS and 3DS consoles. The speaker encourages viewers to explore these hidden gems and invites suggestions for other underrated 3DS games.