LEGO Battles for the Nintendo DS is a real-time strategy (RTS) game that merges the iconic LEGO toy experience with strategic warfare gameplay. Released in 2009, players can build their own LEGO bases, gather resources, and command armies composed of various LEGO themes, including Space, Pirates, and Castle. Diverse missions and challenges span across six distinct storylines with over 70 levels. The game caters to both young and older players with its mix of easy-to-learn mechanics and deeper strategic elements, offering both single-player and multiplayer modes.