Akai Ito Destiny DS (Japan) (赤い糸 Destiny DS) is a Japanese role-playing game developed and published by Jupiter for the Nintendo DS. It is based on the Akai Ito visual novel by Idea Factory, which was released on the PlayStation 2 in 2008. The game follows the story of two protagonists, a male and a female, as they search for the mysterious 'red thread of fate'. The game is set in the fictional city of Ito, and features a variety of characters and locations from the original visual novel. The player takes on the role of either the male or female protagonist and must explore the city of Ito, interacting with characters and solving puzzles in order to progress the story. The game features a turn-based battle system, with the player engaging in battles by selecting commands from a menu. The game also features a variety of mini-games, such as a fishing game and a cooking game. Akai Ito Destiny DS includes a variety of features which make use of the Nintendo DS's touch screen. These include a 'touch-and-tell' system, which allows the player to interact with characters by touching them on the screen. The game also features a 'diary' system, which allows the player to keep track of their progress throughout the game. Akai Ito Destiny DS is a charming role-playing game which will appeal to fans of the original visual novel. With its engaging story and various gameplay elements, Akai Ito Destiny DS is sure to provide hours of entertainment.