Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game

Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game
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Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game
$18.95 USD
Embark on a Wild Adventure in Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa for Nintendo DS
Return to the vast African savanna with Alex, Marty, Melman, and Gloria in this vibrant action-platformer based on the hit movie sequel. Developed by Tantalus Media and published by Activision, Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa brings the humor and high-stakes exploration of the film directly to your Nintendo DS, offering a delightful experience for both casual players and franchise fans.
Key Features:
- Platform: Nintendo DS
- Publisher/Developer: Activision / Tantalus Media
- Release Year: 2008
- Genre: Platformer
- Players: 1 Player
- ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
- Region: NTSC-U
- Character Variety: Play as all four iconic zoo animals, each utilizing unique abilities to overcome environmental obstacles.
- Mini-game Integration: Includes a variety of arcade-style mini-games that flesh out the African experience beyond traditional platforming stages.
What's Included
- 1x Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa Nintendo DS - Platformer
This listing is for the original game card only. Please note that the original plastic keep-case and instruction manual are not included.
Condition
This is a 100% authentic original Nintendo DS game card. It has been thoroughly hand-inspected and cleaned. The contact pins are pristine, ensuring a reliable connection when inserted into your console. The top label shows light surface wear consistent with a pre-owned collectible, but remains fully intact and legible. The game has been tested on original hardware and is verified to boot and function perfectly.
Why Collectors & Players Love It
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa is a standout in the library of movie-licensed platformers for the DS. It effectively captures the personality of the DreamWorks characters, blending classic 2.5D platforming mechanics with puzzle-solving that keeps younger audiences engaged. For collectors, it serves as a nostalgic snapshot of the late-2000s era when movie tie-ins were a staple of the handheld gaming market.
Collectibility:
- Niche Appeal: Highly sought after by fans of DreamWorks Animation looking to complete their portable media libraries.
- Reliable Gameplay: Renowned for its stable performance on original DS and 3DS hardware, making it a "must-have" for platformer enthusiasts.
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Shipping & Packaging
We understand that your items are precious, so this game card will be placed in a protective sleeve and shipped in a sturdy, bubble-lined mailer to prevent damage during transit. We dispatch all orders within 1-2 business days, and tracked shipping options are available at checkout to ensure peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this item authentic?
Yes, the game card provided is a 100% authentic original Nintendo production, not a reproduction.
Is it tested and working?
Absolutely; this game card has been tested on an original Nintendo DS console and is confirmed to be in full working order.
What condition is it in?
This is a pre-owned, authentic item. The card is in great functional condition with light cosmetic wear on the label, which does not affect gameplay.
Does it include the original case and manual?
No, this listing is for the game card only.
How is it shipped?
Your game is securely packaged in bubble-protected mailers to ensure it arrives safely. We process and ship your order within 1-2 business days.
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- Product
- Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game
- Brand
- Activision
- Platform
- DS
- Type
- Game cartridge
- Condition
- Pre-owned
- Save method
- Flash memory (no battery required)
- SKU
- NDS-MADAGASCAR-ESCAPE-2-AFRICA
- Price
- $18.95 USD
- Availability
- In stock
- Guarantee
- 100% quality guarantee
- Returns
- 30-day free returns (US)
Every NicestFinds item is inspected, verified, and backed by our 100% quality guarantee with 30-day defect-only US returns.
Product Specs
100% Quality Guarantee
| Component | Condition & Quality |
|---|---|
| 🎮Cartridge Shell | Original cartridge shell — no cracks, minor surface wear consistent with age |
| 🏷️Label Condition | Original label intact — minor edge wear, no peeling or bubbling |
| 🔍Build Quality | Original Nintendo-manufactured board — verified genuine, plays perfectly |
| 🔋Save Battery | Original save battery tested and holding saves (tested on original hardware) |
| ⭐Overall Grade | Pre-Owned |
Quality Notes: Authentic original cartridge — boot-tested on original hardware; save file written, read back, and verified. Contacts cleaned with isopropyl alcohol before packaging.
Save Battery & Cartridge Quality Guide
Specific to Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game
Battery Type
CR1025 (infrared cartridges) / Flash memory (standard)
Expected Lifespan
Flash saves: ~100K write cycles. IR battery: 10–15 years (original battery tested, replaced fresh if weak)
Save Method
Flash memory (most DS games) — no battery needed for saves. IR cartridges include a CR1025 for the infrared function only.
Platform
DS
About This Authentic Cartridge
This authentic Nintendo DS cartridge uses flash memory for saves. Infrared-equipped titles (Pokémon HeartGold/SoulSilver, Black/White) include a functional IR sensor.
Quality Testing
Every authentic cartridge is boot-tested and save-verified on original DS hardware before shipping.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game
What condition is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game in?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game is a pre-owned original DS cartridge that has been boot-tested on original hardware, save-verified, contact-cleaned, and inspected before shipping.
Is Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game tested and verified before shipping?
Yes. Every copy of Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game is boot-tested on original hardware to confirm it reaches the title screen, save-verified by writing and reading back a save file, contact-cleaned with isopropyl alcohol, and visually graded before shipping.
Does Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game have a working save battery?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game uses flash memory for game saves, which does not require a battery and lasts decades.
What is the return policy for Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game is backed by NicestFinds' 30-day quality guarantee. If the item arrives with a confirmed defect, you receive a free replacement or full refund within 30 days of delivery with a prepaid US return label.
How much does Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game cost at NicestFinds?
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa – Nintendo DS (NDS) Platformer Game is currently priced at $18.95 USD at NicestFinds (nicestfinds.com), with 1–2 business day processing and free US shipping on orders of $50 or more.
$18.95 USD







