Nintendo DS Nintendogs Pak (2005)
The Nintendo DS Nintendogs Pak is a special-edition bundle released in late 2005 to celebrate the launch of the Nintendogs franchise. In Europe, this specific “Blue” pak featured a Blue original Nintendo DS console (the “Phat” model) paired with the Labrador & Friends version of the game. It was released on October 7, 2005, and was part of a dual-colour launch strategy where a pink console was bundled with the Dachshund & Friends version to appeal to a wide demographic of new handheld gamers.
| Nintendo DS Blue – Nintendogs Pak | ||||
| Item | Box | Manual | Insert | Price |
 | | | | £39.99 |
| Charger | ||||
Nintendogs: Labrador & Friends – Nintendo DS (2005)
Nintendogs: Labrador & Friends is a landmark virtual pet simulation that eschews a traditional narrative in favour of a “sandbox” experience centred on the daily care of a puppy. Players begin by adopting a dog from a selection of six starting breeds—including the Labrador Retriever, Miniature Schnauzer, and Pembroke Welsh Corgi—and use the console’s hardware to build a bond. The gameplay was revolutionary for its time, utilizing the touchscreen for petting and grooming, and the built-in microphone to teach the dog personalized voice commands like “sit” or “roll over.” Beyond the home, players can take their dogs on walks to find hidden items, visit a park for frisbee practice, or enter competitions—such as agility trials and obedience tests—to earn prize money for better supplies and home renovations.
The game was a massive critical and commercial success, frequently cited as one of the titles that broadened the Nintendo DS’s appeal to “non-gamers.” Critics praised its high-fidelity 3D graphics and the expressive, lifelike animations of the puppies, which created a genuine emotional connection. It holds an impressive legacy, winning numerous “Innovation” and “Best Handheld Game” awards, though some contemporary reviewers noted that the gameplay loop could eventually become repetitive once all breeds and items were unlocked.
| Game | Box | Manual | Number | Price |
| | | #2551 | £0 |
| COMPLETE | ||||
This Game forms part of my Top 10 Quest
