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Best Buy customers often prefer the following products when searching for nintendo ds games for children.

The Nintendo DS is a great entertainment system for kids. It's portable, so they can play it anywhere. And it has a lot of fun games that are easy to learn how to play. Browse the top-ranked list of Nintendo DS games for children below along with associated reviews and opinions.

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  1. Nickelodeon Kart Racers - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Model: GM00808
    Publisher: GameMill Entertainment
    SKU: 6290153
    ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
    Top comment

    "Great game for kids. My child loves spongebob and racing. ...This was a birthday gift for my kid and she loves it...Great game for kids...Great game"

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    Speed through slimy encounters in Nickelodeon Kart Racers for the Nintendo Switch. Its 24 themed racetracks take you to Bikini Bottom, NYC sewers, Tommy Pickle’s house and other obstacles you must overcome to obtain power-ups and vehicle upgrades. Play as SpongeBob, a ninja turtle or a Rugrats baby and team up or battle with friends in Nickelodeon Kart Racers.
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    "Great game for kids. My child loves spongebob and racing. ...This was a birthday gift for my kid and she loves it...Great game for kids...Great game"

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    Speed through slimy encounters in Nickelodeon Kart Racers for the Nintendo Switch. Its 24 themed racetracks take you to Bikini Bottom, NYC sewers, Tommy Pickle’s house and other obstacles you must overcome to obtain power-ups and vehicle upgrades. Play as SpongeBob, a ninja turtle or a Rugrats baby and team up or battle with friends in Nickelodeon Kart Racers.
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  2. Game Builder Garage - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Model: HACPAWUXA
    Publisher: Nintendo
    SKU: 6463431
    ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
    Top comment

    "Great game....My kid loves this "game". It is a ton of fun, he enjoys making his own adventures, and it is educational. ...Game...Bought this for my kiddo!!! Non stop fun!!!!!!!!!!!"

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    Programming made fun with help from the minds at NintendoKids can learn how to make their own games with guided lessons created by Nintendo. From a simple game of tag to a run-and-jump obstacle course, each lesson is broken down into multiple, manageable segments that let kids go at their own pace—and have fun in the process.Learn the basics of visual game programmingBy playing through interactive lessons, kids will learn the basics of visual game programming. Nodon, colorful creatures with distinct personalities, keep kids engaged through lessons with tips and motivating messages. With a simple press of a button, swap between the programming screen and the game screen—watch how programming changes the game on the fly.Track progress and build confidenceAfter completing each lesson and building a game, kids will test their knowledge by completing Checkpoints—small puzzles or tasks to solve with programming. Master these skills and head to Free Programming mode to let your imagination (and programming chops) run wild.The Nodon you meet each have distinct personalities that complement their functions. Have fun connecting them together to see how they interact and bring your game to life. The in-game Nodopedia lets you quickly check what each Nodon does as you create. There’s also a guide that recaps important skills! Easily swap between the Programming and Game screens to see the hard-working Nodon in action.Take advantage of the Nintendo Switch system’s many features. Instead of the control stick, program motion controls to control your game. Want to create some competition? Add in a multiplayer function and pass a Joy-ConTM controller to a friend. It’s up to you (and your Nodon friends) to decide what type of game you want to make.Looking for inspiration? Exchange codes and download* games from friends. You can even go into Free Programming mode to look at those downloaded games’ programming and put your own twist on it. Upload your own creations and share them with other Game Builder Garage players*. Learn programming, build games, and share with friends!*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online**Additional games and systems required. Sold separately.© Nintendo. Game Builder Garage and Nintendo Switch are trademarks of Nintendo.
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    "Great game....My kid loves this "game". It is a ton of fun, he enjoys making his own adventures, and it is educational. ...Game...Bought this for my kiddo!!! Non stop fun!!!!!!!!!!!"

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    Programming made fun with help from the minds at NintendoKids can learn how to make their own games with guided lessons created by Nintendo. From a simple game of tag to a run-and-jump obstacle course, each lesson is broken down into multiple, manageable segments that let kids go at their own pace—and have fun in the process.Learn the basics of visual game programmingBy playing through interactive lessons, kids will learn the basics of visual game programming. Nodon, colorful creatures with distinct personalities, keep kids engaged through lessons with tips and motivating messages. With a simple press of a button, swap between the programming screen and the game screen—watch how programming changes the game on the fly.Track progress and build confidenceAfter completing each lesson and building a game, kids will test their knowledge by completing Checkpoints—small puzzles or tasks to solve with programming. Master these skills and head to Free Programming mode to let your imagination (and programming chops) run wild.The Nodon you meet each have distinct personalities that complement their functions. Have fun connecting them together to see how they interact and bring your game to life. The in-game Nodopedia lets you quickly check what each Nodon does as you create. There’s also a guide that recaps important skills! Easily swap between the Programming and Game screens to see the hard-working Nodon in action.Take advantage of the Nintendo Switch system’s many features. Instead of the control stick, program motion controls to control your game. Want to create some competition? Add in a multiplayer function and pass a Joy-ConTM controller to a friend. It’s up to you (and your Nodon friends) to decide what type of game you want to make.Looking for inspiration? Exchange codes and download* games from friends. You can even go into Free Programming mode to look at those downloaded games’ programming and put your own twist on it. Upload your own creations and share them with other Game Builder Garage players*. Learn programming, build games, and share with friends!*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/switch-online**Additional games and systems required. Sold separately.© Nintendo. Game Builder Garage and Nintendo Switch are trademarks of Nintendo.
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  3. Little Friends: Dogs & Cats - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Model: SOS01240
    Publisher: Sold Out
    SKU: 6339306
    ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
    Top comment

    "Good title for kids...If you’re child can read, I’d say as young as four can play. ...Great for the kiddos...My daughter and three foster kids adore this game!"

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    Share precious moments with adorable pets in Little Friends: Dogs & Cats for Nintendo Switch. This pet simulation game has exciting toys to unlock for fun playtime and over 600 accessories for dressing up cute furry friends. Choose from different puppy and kitten breeds to customize your dream pet in Little Friends: Dogs & Cats.
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    "Good title for kids...If you’re child can read, I’d say as young as four can play. ...Great for the kiddos...My daughter and three foster kids adore this game!"

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    Share precious moments with adorable pets in Little Friends: Dogs & Cats for Nintendo Switch. This pet simulation game has exciting toys to unlock for fun playtime and over 600 accessories for dressing up cute furry friends. Choose from different puppy and kitten breeds to customize your dream pet in Little Friends: Dogs & Cats.
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  4. Nickelodeon All Star Brawl - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Model: NB852
    Publisher: GameMill Entertainment
    SKU: 6471991
    ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+)
    Top comment

    "Great game for kids and adults!...Great game! We have enjoyed playing this game as a family. ...Game...My kid likes it...i think its just average!!!!!!!!"

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    Nickelodeon All Star Brawl brings together your favorite Nickelodeon Characters for one bombastic battle. With a power-packed cast of heroes from the top shows within the Nickelodeon universe, face-off with all-stars from SpongeBob Squarepants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Loud House, Aaahh!! Real Monsters, Avatar, The Wild Thornberrys, Hey Arnold!, Rugrats and many more to determine ultimate dominance. With unique move sets and attacks drawn directly from their identifiable personalities, each character has its own style of play enabling endless hours of enjoyable action for Nickelodeon's legion of fans.
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    "Great game for kids and adults!...Great game! We have enjoyed playing this game as a family. ...Game...My kid likes it...i think its just average!!!!!!!!"

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    Nickelodeon All Star Brawl brings together your favorite Nickelodeon Characters for one bombastic battle. With a power-packed cast of heroes from the top shows within the Nickelodeon universe, face-off with all-stars from SpongeBob Squarepants, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, The Loud House, Aaahh!! Real Monsters, Avatar, The Wild Thornberrys, Hey Arnold!, Rugrats and many more to determine ultimate dominance. With unique move sets and attacks drawn directly from their identifiable personalities, each character has its own style of play enabling endless hours of enjoyable action for Nickelodeon's legion of fans.
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  5. Colors Live - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Publisher: Nighthawk
    SKU: 6464374
    ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
    Top comment

    "Hand Dexterity For An Autistic Child...Helps with hand dexterity, when kids don't want to practice by just writing boring letters~...Great game for kids...This is a great game for small children definitely will occupy their time"

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    Colors Live, the sequel to the critically acclaimed painting game Colors! 3D is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch along with a pressure sensitive Colors SonarPen included in every physical unit! Based on modern painting techniques originally developed for professional drawing tablets, Colors Live is tailored for the Nintendo Switch, and caters to everyone from serious artists to aimless doodlers. Whether you are looking to sketch, paint, or draw up your next plans for world domination, Colors Live is the perfect digital sketchbook.
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    "Hand Dexterity For An Autistic Child...Helps with hand dexterity, when kids don't want to practice by just writing boring letters~...Great game for kids...This is a great game for small children definitely will occupy their time"

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    Colors Live, the sequel to the critically acclaimed painting game Colors! 3D is finally coming to the Nintendo Switch along with a pressure sensitive Colors SonarPen included in every physical unit! Based on modern painting techniques originally developed for professional drawing tablets, Colors Live is tailored for the Nintendo Switch, and caters to everyone from serious artists to aimless doodlers. Whether you are looking to sketch, paint, or draw up your next plans for world domination, Colors Live is the perfect digital sketchbook.
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  6. L.O.L. Surprise! Remix: We Rule The World - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "Witty game for a child. Great for keeping them entertained....This toy is a great gift or surprise for your kid it has a lot of many surprises in it once you open it up I would recommend this if you have kids that are under 10."

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    The first console game ever based on the world-renowned franchise comes exclusively to the Nintendo Switch! Customize your L.O.L. Surprise! character in this fun filled 3D adventure! Explore the L.O.L Surprise! themed world, move into a new house, make new friends, complete quests, play mini games, earn a VIBB ticket and perform on stage with your favorite L.O.L. Surprise! dolls.
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    "Witty game for a child. Great for keeping them entertained....This toy is a great gift or surprise for your kid it has a lot of many surprises in it once you open it up I would recommend this if you have kids that are under 10."

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    The first console game ever based on the world-renowned franchise comes exclusively to the Nintendo Switch! Customize your L.O.L. Surprise! character in this fun filled 3D adventure! Explore the L.O.L Surprise! themed world, move into a new house, make new friends, complete quests, play mini games, earn a VIBB ticket and perform on stage with your favorite L.O.L. Surprise! dolls.
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  7. Rayman Legends Standard Edition - Xbox One - Front_Zoom

    Model: 53903
    Publisher: Ubisoft
    SKU: 3069018
    ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+)
    Top comment

    "Great at-home co-op game...If you are looking for one of the FEW kid-friendly games that you can actually play with your child, this is what you want. ...Great gameplay, and awesome for kids...This isn't a complicated game to teach a kid, which was the point of my purchase. "

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    Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies are off wandering through an enchanted forest when they discover a mysterious tent filled with a series of captivating paintings. As they look more closely, they notice each painting seems to tell the story of a mythical world. While focusing on a painting that shows a medieval land, they are suddenly sucked into the painting, entering the world, and the adventure begins. The gang must run, jump and fight their way through each world to save the day and discover the secrets of every legendary painting.
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    "Great at-home co-op game...If you are looking for one of the FEW kid-friendly games that you can actually play with your child, this is what you want. ...Great gameplay, and awesome for kids...This isn't a complicated game to teach a kid, which was the point of my purchase. "

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    Rayman, Globox, and the Teensies are off wandering through an enchanted forest when they discover a mysterious tent filled with a series of captivating paintings. As they look more closely, they notice each painting seems to tell the story of a mythical world. While focusing on a painting that shows a medieval land, they are suddenly sucked into the painting, entering the world, and the adventure begins. The gang must run, jump and fight their way through each world to save the day and discover the secrets of every legendary painting.
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  8. Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom
    Top comment

    "I bought this for my child. My kid loves this game. It comes with 2 different games in 1. ...Kid approved...The kids like playing it which is all that matters."

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    Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing Double Pack! Sonic Mania: Celebrate SEGA's iconic 2-D platform game in Sonic Mania for Nintendo Switch. The reimagined classic in 60 fps HD includes revamped game levels and new bosses, providing a fresh take on your mission to stop Dr. Eggman's evil plans. Play as Sonic, Tails or Knuckles to possess unique abilities in Sonic Mania, or team up with a friend on co-op mode for an exciting adventure. Play as Sonic, Tails, or Knuckles as you race through all-new zones and fully reimagined classics, each filled with exciting surprises and powerful bosses Harness Sonic's new Drop Dash, Tails' flight, and Knuckles' climbing abilities to overcome evil Dr. Eggman's robots. Team Sonic Racing: Speed along with Sonic the Hedgehog in Team Sonic Racing for Nintendo Switch. Use skins to customize the look of your ride and put performance upgrades to the test as you twist and turn through time trial, exhibition and Grand Prix modes. Team Sonic Racing features an adventure mode that helps you get familiarized with in-game characters and features.
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    "I bought this for my child. My kid loves this game. It comes with 2 different games in 1. ...Kid approved...The kids like playing it which is all that matters."

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    Sonic Mania + Team Sonic Racing Double Pack! Sonic Mania: Celebrate SEGA's iconic 2-D platform game in Sonic Mania for Nintendo Switch. The reimagined classic in 60 fps HD includes revamped game levels and new bosses, providing a fresh take on your mission to stop Dr. Eggman's evil plans. Play as Sonic, Tails or Knuckles to possess unique abilities in Sonic Mania, or team up with a friend on co-op mode for an exciting adventure. Play as Sonic, Tails, or Knuckles as you race through all-new zones and fully reimagined classics, each filled with exciting surprises and powerful bosses Harness Sonic's new Drop Dash, Tails' flight, and Knuckles' climbing abilities to overcome evil Dr. Eggman's robots. Team Sonic Racing: Speed along with Sonic the Hedgehog in Team Sonic Racing for Nintendo Switch. Use skins to customize the look of your ride and put performance upgrades to the test as you twist and turn through time trial, exhibition and Grand Prix modes. Team Sonic Racing features an adventure mode that helps you get familiarized with in-game characters and features.
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  9. Just Dance 2022 - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Publisher: Ubisoft
    SKU: 6468545
    ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+)
    Top comment

    "I was unsure how much I would enjoy this game on the Nintendo Switch with the motion sensors. ...Great kid game...This game is great for kids of all ages. This one is especially good for the younger kids."

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    Just Dance 2022, the ultimate dance game, is back with new environments and 40 hot new tracks from chart-topping hits like "Don't Go Yet" by Camila Cabello, "Love Story (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift, "Happier Than Ever" by Billie Eilish, and more!
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    "I was unsure how much I would enjoy this game on the Nintendo Switch with the motion sensors. ...Great kid game...This game is great for kids of all ages. This one is especially good for the younger kids."

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    Just Dance 2022, the ultimate dance game, is back with new environments and 40 hot new tracks from chart-topping hits like "Don't Go Yet" by Camila Cabello, "Love Story (Taylor's Version)" by Taylor Swift, "Happier Than Ever" by Billie Eilish, and more!
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  10. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle - Nintendo Switch - Front_Zoom

    Model: UBP10912110
    Publisher: Ubisoft
    SKU: 5909500
    ESRB Rating: E10+ (Everyone 10+)
    Top comment

    "Great Game!...This game is fun for a younger child and is a perfect game to keep your child/children occupied......Game...Very fun game easy to use for kids, kid friendly no complications"

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    Worlds collide in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle! The Mushroom Kingdom has been torn apart by a mysterious vortex, transporting the chaotic Rabbids into this once-peaceful land. To restore order, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Yoshi must team up with a whole new crew made up of four Rabbids heroes! Together, they will battle with weapons through four worlds filled with combat, puzzles, and unpredictable enemies.Developed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is the best of the Mario and Rabbids franchises, combining all that you love about Mario iconic universe with the side-splitting antics of the Rabbids.
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    "Great Game!...This game is fun for a younger child and is a perfect game to keep your child/children occupied......Game...Very fun game easy to use for kids, kid friendly no complications"

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    Worlds collide in Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle! The Mushroom Kingdom has been torn apart by a mysterious vortex, transporting the chaotic Rabbids into this once-peaceful land. To restore order, Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Yoshi must team up with a whole new crew made up of four Rabbids heroes! Together, they will battle with weapons through four worlds filled with combat, puzzles, and unpredictable enemies.Developed exclusively for the Nintendo Switch system, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle is the best of the Mario and Rabbids franchises, combining all that you love about Mario iconic universe with the side-splitting antics of the Rabbids.
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