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Best Learning, Edutainment and Puzzle Games for Nintendo DS Lite!!!!
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My Word CoachMy Word Coach
Buy new: $11.49 / Used from: $9.96
This game is awesome!! It has a ton of different games so that you don't get bored. The only drawback is that you have to kind of play every day for over a week before it starts giving you challenging words. Definitely a winner from UBIsoft.
Chessmaster: The Art of LearningChessmaster: The Art of Learning
Buy new: $139.97 / Used from: $55.38
Chessmaster for the Nintendo DS Lite!!!! Finally, a game that lets you go truly mobile with mobile chess playing.
Big Brain AcademyBig Brain Academy
Buy new: $44.98 / Used from: $11.49
I'm going to say it, I actually prefer Big Brain Academy to the BrainAge franchise. This game has more games available out of the gate, so you don't have to build to unlocking games.
Brain Age 2: More Training in Minutes a Day!Brain Age 2: More Training in Minutes a Day!
Buy new: $18.24 / Used from: $14.24
The newest version of Brain Age, #2, adds much needed game levels. The original Brain Age didn't keep my attention as much as this one.
Word JongWord Jong
Buy new: $19.06 / Used from: $12.95
Mahjong and scrabble together equals just plain cool!
Luxor: Pharaoh's ChallengeLuxor: Pharaoh's Challenge
Buy used from: $24.95
Everybody knows Luxor. :)
Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day!Brain Age: Train Your Brain in Minutes a Day!
Buy new: $18.72 / Used from: $12.25
The one that started it all!!! Puzzle and learning games were around way before BrainAge, but few have had the impact it has. I think this guy may test your reflexes more than brain age, but it's cool nonetheless. Another "play for X minutes every day" type of game.
New York Times CrosswordsNew York Times Crosswords
Buy new: $89.36 / Used from: $25.97
Not bad!!! This is a crosswords game that actually does have a number of challenging puzzles in it. For crossword lovers, this is a good start.
Flash Focus:  Vision Training in Minutes a DayFlash Focus: Vision Training in Minutes a Day
Buy new: $29.99 / Used from: $8.99
Need to hone your abilities of visual and spatial recognition while playing cool puzzles that are "supposed to" improve your brain? Give Flash Focus a try.
My French CoachMy French Coach
Buy new: $9.79 / Used from: $13.71
My French Coach helps you build your french vocabulary. Good if you're already taking some classes and plan to use this as a learning aid / refresher.
My Spanish CoachMy Spanish Coach
Buy new: $29.82 / Used from: $22.00
Build your Spanish vocabulary! Great learning aid for foreign language students.
Puzzle Quest: Challenge of the WarlordsPuzzle Quest: Challenge of the Warlords
Buy new: $80.98 / Used from: $13.00
A combination game that is fun and challenging!
Tetris DSTetris DS
Buy used from: $54.89
The classic Tetris puzzle game never goes out of style.
PolariumPolarium
Buy new: $8.70 / Used from: $2.50
Somewhat of a bargain game, but still pretty cool. Kind of a derivative of go.
NevesNeves
Buy new: $79.99 / Used from: $16.99
Master Jin Jin's IQ ChallengeMaster Jin Jin's IQ Challenge
Buy new: $29.99 / Used from: $13.00
Another "challenge" style game that is supposed to test your IQ. If you like variety, this guy is worth owning.
Mega Brain BoostMega Brain Boost
Buy new: $16.20 / Used from: $10.15
Some cool games but not a top product.
Left Brain, Right BrainLeft Brain, Right Brain
Buy new: $71.94 / Used from: $13.00
Another Majesco learning game, with a similar sort of "b-game" feel.
Clue/Mouse Trap/Perfection/AggravationClue/Mouse Trap/Perfection/Aggravation
Buy new: $39.98 / Used from: $17.98
Some classic puzzle and guessing games that are a great throwback. No real innovations, but cool puzzle and riddle challenges.
Crosswords DSCrosswords DS
Buy new: $19.82 / Used from: $11.90
Not as good as the NYTimes Crosswords game, this one may be more digestable for younger age groups.
Rhythm 'n Notes: Improve Your Music SkillsRhythm 'n Notes: Improve Your Music Skills
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $9.99
What a great idea!!!! Learn the basics about musical notes and theory.
Brain Boost: Gamma WaveBrain Boost: Gamma Wave
Buy new: $18.15 / Used from: $5.95
Another take on the 'left/right' brain training game theme.
Brain Boost: Beta WaveBrain Boost: Beta Wave
Buy new: $18.60 / Used from: $4.48
The other half of the brain boost game pair.
Platinum Sudoku (Kakuro Included)Platinum Sudoku (Kakuro Included)
Buy used from: $20.99
Platinum Sudoku has a nice interface and good number of sudoku puzzles.
Mah Jong Quest ExpeditionsMah Jong Quest Expeditions
Buy new: $18.20 / Used from: $12.00
A mahjong hybrid game, not as cool as wordjong.
Meteos: Disney MagicMeteos: Disney Magic
Buy new: $29.99 / Used from: $7.95
A fun variation of Meteos with the Disney characters. Not a puzzle solving game, more a puzzle finishing game ala tetris.
MeteosMeteos
Buy new: $87.67 / Used from: $12.75
Yes this is a kids targeted puzzle game, but one of the most fun of that bunch in my opinion.
Professor Layton and the Curious VillageProfessor Layton and the Curious Village
Buy new: $24.82 / Used from: $19.99
This is a twist, a "role-playing" puzzle game. You have to solve riddles and word problems to advance through the game.
TouchmasterTouchmaster
Buy new: $17.78 / Used from: $9.99
Another hybrid game, a touch puzzle game.
Brain ChallengeBrain Challenge
Buy new: $134.89 / Used from: $37.00
Kung fu for your brain!
Jam SessionsJam Sessions
Buy new: $10.45 / Used from: $2.00
Another game that lets you learn some tunes.
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Buy new: $24.97 / Used from: $15.50
This game is meant to capitalize on the show, but you probably won't learn much.
Picross DSPicross DS
Buy new: $80.44 / Used from: $13.10
Brain VoyageBrain Voyage
Buy new: $19.99 / Used from: $13.00
Mind Quiz Your Brain CoachMind Quiz Your Brain Coach
Buy new: $29.98 / Used from: $12.89
Another take on the "brain testing" game, has a few novel games.
Brain AssistBrain Assist
Buy new: $12.79 / Used from: $7.23
Help your brain.
PrismPrism
Buy new: $19.73 / Used from: $7.49
Nervous BrickdownNervous Brickdown
Buy new: $80.93 / Used from: $9.99
Sudoku ManiaSudoku Mania
Buy used from: $9.99
Perhaps the most basic Sudoku game for DS, still worth getting on sale. Not too many features though.
Ultimate Brain GamesUltimate Brain Games
A collection of games with a somewhat over-flattering name. Just ok.