whatoplay presents the top 10 3ds games ofall time - this ranking is based on a 1 to 10 scoringsystem that aggregates critic and gamer reviews into a unique scorecalled a playscore. as much as new reviews show up, and are added, the playscore changes. opening the list is xenoblade chronicles a game wherein humans are pitted in a greatbattle against robots within the body of a robot, is the first entry toour list. with a promising story and great combat, thegame keeps the players enthralled as they
journey to its wide nature-filled world. thisgame was originally released in the wii/wii u and later ported to the 3ds and it doesnot disappoint. the game excels for a small handheld console. a playscore of 9.06- ninth place is mario kart 7 who doesn't love a racing game that's evenmore fun than just trying to win first place? that is what mario kart is. a perfect partygame for racing or non-racing fans alike. now, in its 7th title, mario kart 7 boastsadded features like a more detailed vehicle customization, hang gliding, that allows playersto skip over parts of the track and fully
submersible karts ride and beat other players in this adrenaline-fueledgame, a playscore of 9.08 number eight is animal crossing: new leaf one of handheld's best simulation games, newleaf offers players a chance to invest time in a better way. if you're familiar with previoustitles, then you'll be happy to know that new leaf gives more than it receives. introducing new changes and features likeliving in a tent at the start of the game, enhanced customization, visiting other player'stowns via local or online play and, becoming the town mayor.
it gets a playscore of 9.09 7th place is bravely default: flying fairy another one of square enix's games worthyof praise. this turn-based rpg combined with a job systemmakes the game more rewarding for players looking for a new challenge. it features aspectsfrom dragon quest and other j-rpg's mixed with a powerful story. this game has been awarded by many especiallycovering up gamespot's 2014 game of the year award in the nintendo 3ds. flying fairy gets a playscore of 9.12
ranked sixth is super smash bros witness the greatest gladiator match in nintendo3ds' history. super smash bros 3ds is without a doubt, thebiggest clash of cross-over heroes to date. even dissidia hasn't beaten that record. noteven close with marvel versus capcom. with over 58 characters including fan favoriteslike cloud strife, bayonetta, samus aran and pikachu battling their way to not get skyrocketedout of the map. this game earned the number 6 spot with aplayscore of 9.13 at fifth place is pokemon y released in tandem with pokemon x. pokemony had a slightly higher acclaim despite both
having more or less the same plot and majorityof the pokemon. the game offers cool and exciting new featureslike the addition of the new type called fairy, pokemon-amie, super training and the incredible"mega evolution" which is really what this game is all about. so, ready your fingers and power that 3dson. a playscore of 9.14 number four on the list is shovel knight developed by indie developer yacht club games,this 2d side-scroller is downright cute and fun! along with his trusty shovel, shovelknight's goal is to conquer the tower and
rid it of evil. the game has achieved critical acclaim andwon various awards. just recently, the game released their first expansion: plague ofshadows, which adds more fun to the already brilliant game. it gets a playscore of 9.15 third is super mario 3d land shigeru miyamoto never ceases to amaze hisfanbase when he released super mario 3d land. according to him, "it's a 3d mario that playsas a 2d mario game." this time, whether or not the princess isin another castle, the game offers new and
exciting elements such as new power-ups anda whopping 96 distinct levels among the 16 worlds. how about that? this game has a playscore of 9.15- second best is fire emblem: awakening from 8-bit glory to full-scale 3d, this franchisehas been taking-off since its first successful release. with over two million copies sold, this gamehas set the bar high for upcoming games of the franchise. featuring a turn-based tacticalbattle system like tactics ogre and final fantasy tactics, the game forces you to "thinkbefore you act", outsmarting the enemy ai,
while embracing the depth of its story andcharacter driven moments. a playscore of 9.29 stay tuned for the runners-up, right afterwe reveal the number one and the best is the legend of zelda: ocarinaof time 3d a masterfully crafted game that has transcendedits way for 3 decades. this remastered version embraces the same story with new additionslike sheikah stones, master quest mirror mode and boss battle mode, just to name a few. you'll still be controlling everyone's favoritegreen guy- zelda, no, i mean, link. breaking pots and saving damsels in distress has neverbeen this majestic! what more could you ask?
with a playscore of 9.48, there is no denying- this is the best 3ds game to date. and here are the runners-up�