The video review by Gametrailers does an excellent job of running through this cute Japanese puzzle game. One of the Professor Layton and the Curious Village’s greatest strengths is how the puzzles are successfully interwoven within the story; so that it does not get monotonous simply playing one puzzle after another. The game might look cute, but don’t let that fool you as some the puzzles are both very difficult and extremely frustrating. All in all though, the game is a very enjoyable experience, while the animation and story keep it interesting. As far as puzzle titles go, this is one of the best available for the DS Lite. Enjoy the video.

VideoGameTakeOut gives a review of Professor Layton and the Curious Village DS.  This is a cerebral puzzle solving game much like the Phoenix Wright series with a little Brain Age added to it.  Some of the puzzles are too difficult for younger kids, so it isn’t recommended unless you at least have a background in geometry.  Overall this is definitely a game to consider, especially if you like puzzle solving and adventure games.