Labyrinth for Nintendo DS is a puzzle-adventure game where players navigate a series of mazes that challenge their perception and puzzle-solving skills. Using the DS stylus and touchscreen, players tilt the handheld to guide a ball through intricate pathways, avoiding holes and obstacles to reach the end goal. The game features multiple levels with increasing complexity and additional elements like switches and enemies. The genre of Labyrinth is primarily Puzzle, with elements of Action and Adventure, as it blends physical dexterity with mental acuity.