Face Raiders

About

Face Raiders is a single-player shooter that uses the Nintendo 3DS’s cameras to let you blast cartoonish faces floating in your real-world surroundings. You hold the system upright and swing the screens to aim, firing at targets that dart across rooms or streets. The gameplay is simple but relies on quick reflexes and precise motion controls, with each face vanishing in a burst of color when hit. The game’s standout feature is its use of the 3DS’s hardware to blend physical spaces with digital targets. While critics noted its short playtime and limited depth, many praised its clever use of augmented reality for a novelty experience. Casual players curious about early 3DS experiments or those with a soft spot for quirky shooters might find it amusing, though it’s unlikely to leave a lasting impression beyond novelty.