Eigo ga Nigate na Otona no DS Training: Eigo Zuke (英語が苦手な大人のDSトレーニング 英語漬け)
Publisher: Nintendo
Platform: Nintendo DS™ (NDS™)
Region / Version: Japan
Product Code:NTR-P-ANGJ
Compatibility: Works on all Nintendo DS family systems worldwide (DS / DS Lite / DSi / DSi XL / 3DS / 2DS – runs in DS mode)
Language: Japanese
Overview
Eigo ga Nigate na Otona no DS Training: Eigo Zuke is a daily English training and listening comprehension game designed for Japanese adults who struggle with English. It is part of Nintendo’s popular “DS Training” (脳トレ系) educational series.
Rather than focusing on grammar drills, the game emphasizes practical listening skills, helping players “soak” themselves in English through repetition and real-world phrases.
Core Features
🎧 Listening-Focused English Training
Native English audio spoken at natural speeds
Players listen and quickly identify or translate phrases
Gradually increases difficulty as comprehension improves
🧠 Short Daily Sessions
Designed for 5–10 minutes per day
Tracks progress over time with performance graphs
Encourages consistent practice rather than long study sessions
✍️ Touchscreen & Stylus Input
Answer via touchscreen selection or handwriting
Immediate feedback on accuracy and speed
📈 Progress Tracking
Records listening accuracy and reaction time
Visual charts motivate long-term improvement
Who This Game Is For
Japanese learners who want to improve English listening skills
Players interested in language-learning software on Nintendo DS
Collectors of Nintendo DS Training / educational titles
⚠️ Note: All instructions and explanations are in Japanese, so some Japanese proficiency is recommended for non-native players.
Collector Notes
Part of Nintendo’s educational DS era (mid–late 2000s)
Widely sold in Japan, but still notable as a training-focused Nintendo title
Commonly paired with other DS Training games like Brain Age and Kanji Sonomama Rakubiki Jiten