Nintendo DS Buying Guide
January 31, 2008
Digital gaming can be a perfect stress buster. Whether you are student striving to finish a term paper, an office worker with a bulk of documents to file everyday, or a computer programmer who spends more than eight hours in front of your computer, you need some kind of break to loosen yourself up and function at your best again.
Many people find digital gaming not just entertaining, but intellectually stimulating as well. And it is no wonder why digital gaming is very popular among career people.
Career people are always on the go. This may be the reason why Nintendo, a world leader in gaming gadgets, developed Nintendo DS.
The Nintendo DS is a small and lightweight handheld gaming console. The design of the Nintendo DS resembles a clamshell. Inside, there are two LCD screens – one for picture display and the other for touch sensitive control. This gaming gadget is very useful for gamers who are always on the go because aside from it being easily carried around, it also supports wireless connection standards so a game can be played with many gamers within a certain range or online with the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service.
Nintendo DS has a Nintendo DS Lite version. If you want to pay a bit more, you can get the Nintendo DS Lite which is sleeker and more aesthetically appealing. The DS Lite is also brighter and more lightweight.
Nintendo DS Style
You can choose from a variety of colours. These colours include Arctic White, Onyx Black and Coral Pink.
You can choose from a variety of colours. These colours include Arctic White, Onyx Black and Coral Pink.
Limited Editions
If you want to get your unique versions of Nintendo DS, try buying their limited editions but you have to grab fast because many people are buying. To date, some of the Nintendo DS limited edition designs include Final Fantasy III edition, Pokémon Dialga and Palkia edition, Love and Berry bundle, Winning Eleven bundle, Final Fantasy XII Revenant Wings Sky Pirates edition, Pirates of the Caribbean edition, RX-93 ν Gundam edition, Kirby: Squeak Squad edition and Nintendo Connection Tour ‘07 edition.
Games
There is a wide selection of games for the Nintendo DS. The games can be categorized unofficially as simulation games, role playing games, plat former games, adventure games, sports games, racing games and fighting games.
Nintendo DS Headset
This accessory allows you to give voice commands in games. This also allows you to talk and chat with other players over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
This accessory allows you to give voice commands in games. This also allows you to talk and chat with other players over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.
Nintendo DS Battery
You may want to buy spare battery in case you are far from electrical outlets for charging.
You may want to buy spare battery in case you are far from electrical outlets for charging.
Nintendo DS Battery Cover
You need this to protect the battery compartment on the back of the Nintendo DS. This comes as a kit with small clip and screw and different colors to match the main body of the DS.
Nintendo DS AC Adapter
You can recharge your Nintendo DS battery straight from the power source.
You can recharge your Nintendo DS battery straight from the power source.
Nintendo DS Stylus
You need the DS Stylus to manipulate the console using the touch screen. The stylus easily snaps on the side of the Nintendo DS body and comes in a variety of color to match the main DS body. The stylus is a part of the package but you may need to buy one for spare. You must always use Nintendo-licensed stylus to avoid damaging your touch screen!
You need the DS Stylus to manipulate the console using the touch screen. The stylus easily snaps on the side of the Nintendo DS body and comes in a variety of color to match the main DS body. The stylus is a part of the package but you may need to buy one for spare. You must always use Nintendo-licensed stylus to avoid damaging your touch screen!
Nintendo DS Gaming Case
You need this to protect your Nintendo DS from scratches and other harsh impact that may damage the system. Look for cases that have clips so you can attach the Nintendo DS on your belt when you so desire. Also include a screen guard and velvet cloth wipe.
You need this to protect your Nintendo DS from scratches and other harsh impact that may damage the system. Look for cases that have clips so you can attach the Nintendo DS on your belt when you so desire. Also include a screen guard and velvet cloth wipe.
Nintendo DS Rumble Pak
This is a DS accessory that vibrates to reflect the action in certain games. This was bundled with the Metroid Prime Pinball Game.
The Nintendo DS Wrist Strap
This is used on games that work with sliding type controls. A miniature plastic pad is connected to it which can also be used with the DS touch screen.
This is used on games that work with sliding type controls. A miniature plastic pad is connected to it which can also be used with the DS touch screen.
Nintendo Wi-Fi USB Connector
This is a small device the size of a USB flash disk and is plugged into a computer’s port to creating a mini hotspot. With the hotspot, five Nintendo units may be able to connect to the internet. This function is supported by Microsoft XP operating system only.
This is a small device the size of a USB flash disk and is plugged into a computer’s port to creating a mini hotspot. With the hotspot, five Nintendo units may be able to connect to the internet. This function is supported by Microsoft XP operating system only.
Nintendo DS MP3 Player
This is an add-on player utilizing SD cards for MP3 music that you need to buy separately.
This is an add-on player utilizing SD cards for MP3 music that you need to buy separately.
Nintendo DS Camera
You can see you opponents online using the Nintendo DS camera. This perfectly complements the DS headset when you chat and talk with other players online.
You can see you opponents online using the Nintendo DS camera. This perfectly complements the DS headset when you chat and talk with other players online.
Nintendo DS Lite Cartridge Slot Cover
This works with the DS Lite only to keep the cartridge from gathering dust and debris when not used. Different cartridge slot cover colors are available to suit the DS body color.
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