{"product_id":"polarium-nintendo-ds-good","title":"Polarium - Nintendo DS (Good)","description":"\u003c!-- ==================== PRODUCT OVERVIEW ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew or Used:\u003c\/strong\u003e Used\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIn Case or Loose:\u003c\/strong\u003e In Case\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polarium is presented in overall Good condition. The primary factors preventing a higher condition rating are used game store stickers on both the front and back of the case (see photos). Otherwise, the case, artwork, manual, and cartridge are all in solid condition. A clean copy overall of this unique Nintendo DS puzzle title.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== WHAT’S INCLUDED ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNintendo DS Game Cartridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManual \/ Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Artwork:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCase Type*:\u003c\/strong\u003e OEM\/Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExtras:\u003c\/strong\u003e Also included; Nintendo Power Subscription Form, Nintendo DS Health \u0026amp; Safety Precautions Booklet\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n \u003c!-- ==================== GAME DESCRIPTION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eGame Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Black or white? One wrong move could change everything! In \u003cstrong\u003ePolarium\u003c\/strong\u003e, a deceptively simple grid of two-colored tiles becomes an addictive test of logic, timing, and touchscreen precision. Draw a continuous line across the board to \u003cstrong\u003eflip tiles between black and white\u003c\/strong\u003e, transforming scattered patterns into matching horizontal rows that disappear from play. Easy to understand but increasingly challenging to master, this Nintendo DS logic-puzzle game turns every stylus movement into a calculated decision. Whether you're clearing falling blocks or unraveling carefully designed brainteasers, each successful solution delivers that satisfying flash of discovery.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The real challenge lies in finding the \u003cstrong\u003eperfect path\u003c\/strong\u003e through a maze of contrasting tiles. In Challenge Mode, new rows continually descend as you race to clear the board before it fills, while Puzzle Mode presents 100 handcrafted problems that reward careful planning over quick reflexes. Experiment with bold strokes, unexpected turns, and clever combinations to flip multiple rows in a single move. With its minimalist black-and-white presentation, intuitive touchscreen controls, and wonderfully replayable puzzles, this \u003cstrong\u003ephysical Nintendo DS cartridge\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a distinctive slice of early handheld gaming for players who love a good mental workout.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eGameplay Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDraw a \u003cstrong\u003econtinuous stylus path\u003c\/strong\u003e across adjacent tiles to flip their colors and create matching rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear horizontal lines of matching colors while managing the steadily descending blocks in \u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eTest your logic against \u003cstrong\u003e100 handcrafted puzzles\u003c\/strong\u003e, finding the correct path to clear each arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUse surrounding gray border tiles to extend your drawing path and unlock clever multi-row solutions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSharpen your speed and accuracy in \u003cstrong\u003ePractice Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e, experimenting with new tile-clearing strategies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical Trivia or Fun Fact\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003ePolarium\u003c\/strong\u003e was released in North America in April 2005, bringing an original touchscreen puzzle concept from Japanese developer \u003cstrong\u003eMitchell Corporation\u003c\/strong\u003e to Nintendo's newly launched dual-screen handheld. Known in Japan as \u003cem\u003eChokkan Hitofude\u003c\/em\u003e, the game was designed around drawing a single uninterrupted line to manipulate contrasting tile patterns. Its distinctive gameplay later inspired \u003cem\u003ePolarium Advance\u003c\/em\u003e for the Game Boy Advance, which adapted the formula for traditional button controls rather than touchscreen input.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003chr style=\"margin:20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== ADDITIONAL DETAILS ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAdditional Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== e.g. Standard Release, Nintendo Selects, Collectors Edition, NFR ==================== --\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Puzzle \u0026amp; Cards\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eYear Released:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2005\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeveloper:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mitchell Corporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eESRB Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e E - Everyone\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 045496735234\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4127\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFormat:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo DS Video Game Cartridge (Authentic physical release)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo DS System (DS Handheld Console)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e NTSC (North America, Canada)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- ==================== IMPORTANT INFORMATION ==================== --\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n\t\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNintendo DS cartridges play on:\u003c\/strong\u003e All Nintendo DS systems, plus all Nintendo 3DS and 2DS systems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e*Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged.\u003c\/strong\u003e Listing above indicates if it's \"OEM\/Original\" or \"Aftermarket.\" Aftermarket cases typically differ in color \u0026amp;\/or build quality from original Nintendo DS cases. 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