Best Nintendo DS Consoles
Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo DSi/DSi XL. PSP. PSPgo. PlayStation Vita Suggested Retail Price (prices may vary). $169.99. Dual screen, backlit, 3.25"/4.2", LCD with 256 x 192 resolution. External Media Storage. SD memory card. Colors. Aqua Blue, Flaming Red, Cosmo Black. Backwards Compatibility. Plays most DS and DSi games. Plays all PSP games in UMD format, or available via download; also plays downloadable PS1 games for PSP. 3G support in one or two hardware releases; standard ad hoc connectivity between devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options in both. Online Media Portal. Nintendo eShop. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. Digital download, alternate media TBD. Input Method. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons, circle pad, motion/gyro sensor. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons. Front and rear touch inputs, 2 analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons. Built-in Microphone. Graphic Quality. Top adjustable 3D screen - 800 x 240 resolution; lower screen - 320 x 240 resolution. General Game Price Range. Standard: $19.99 - $39.99. Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"They seller then contacted me and suggested that the screen protecter was scratched while the screen was actually fine."
"Same for Brain Age's color game, you can't advance through the game because it can't record your voice."
"Both screens were free from scratches and even the outside case was very clean."
"this should be clearly specified and i was really upset with this order, this should come with a charger it is common sense."
"It is perfect."
"My granddaughter loved it."
"He loved the gift and we were able to use all DS games to play on it, however we ran into some issues with purchasing accessories in stores. I can only hope that the DS games do not change, and he can continue to play new release games on his 'soon-to-be antique' hand-held gaming system."
"The homebrew scene for the DS is also alive and kicking and now I also use my DS Lite to read books, both novels and manga, on my DS as well as use it as a personal organizer!"
Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo DSi/DSi XL. PSP. PSPgo. PlayStation Vita Suggested Retail Price (prices may vary). $169.99. Dual screen, backlit, 3.25"/4.2", LCD with 256 x 192 resolution. External Media Storage. SD memory card. Colors. Aqua Blue, Flaming Red, Cosmo Black. Backwards Compatibility. Plays most DS and DSi games. Plays all PSP games in UMD format, or available via download; also plays downloadable PS1 games for PSP. 3G support in one or two hardware releases; standard ad hoc connectivity between devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options in both. Online Media Portal. Nintendo eShop. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. Digital download, alternate media TBD. Input Method. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons, circle pad, motion/gyro sensor. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons. Front and rear touch inputs, 2 analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons. Built-in Microphone. Graphic Quality. Top adjustable 3D screen - 800 x 240 resolution; lower screen - 320 x 240 resolution. General Game Price Range. Standard: $19.99 - $39.99. Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99. Dual 3.25-inch screen.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Overall, I really like the DSi and think it is a huge improvement over the DS & DS Lite, however, I wish they had released the device with more games and applications that take into account the new camera system. I only wish they had released the game with more titles that take advantage of the camera system. Still, I would have hoped for a couple more games that used the camera system to better effect. Nevertheless, my kids really like playing with the sound and video gadgets and have had a great time with them...need to remember to get them headphones... ;-). So, overall, I highly recommend this game system, but advise patience while Nintendo releases more games and applications for it. There are still plenty of DS Lites on the shelves, but I'd advise getting this system unless you really want to be able to play your older GBA titles which do not play on the new system."
"Nice but misleading 3 games no games arrived Overall the DSi is in good condition almost like new."
"It was great, in great condition just as listed except for that it is shown with a stylus but did not come with one."
"We also own a DS Lite and my kids are playing with the new version more than they ever did with the older version."
"It has an SD card slot too, which I have yet to use, so that you can load music onto your dsi. when you press them, you hear a nice click, unlike on the ds lite. it looks more streamlined, however I think the extras, like the whole picture editing thing, are pretty stupid. It is not really a must to upgrade from a ds lite but the screen size difference is what sold me. the lack of a gba slot is no problem for me because I just stick to ds games."
"The screen was dirty and badly scratched, I cleaned the screen as you can see in the pictures although when the screen is on the scratches don’t affect your view much."
"The item arrived in good condition, but after a while it overheated and stopped working."
Nintendo 3DS. Nintendo DSi/DSi XL. PSP. PSPgo. PlayStation Vita Suggested Retail Price (prices may vary). $169.99. Dual screen, backlit, 3.25"/4.2", LCD with 256 x 192 resolution. External Media Storage. SD memory card. Colors. Aqua Blue, Flaming Red, Cosmo Black. Backwards Compatibility. Plays most DS and DSi games. Plays all PSP games in UMD format, or available via download; also plays downloadable PS1 games for PSP. 3G support in one or two hardware releases; standard ad hoc connectivity between devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options in both. Online Media Portal. Nintendo eShop. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. PSN movie rentals, and other video content. Digital download, alternate media TBD. Input Method. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons, circle pad, motion/gyro sensor. Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons. Front and rear touch inputs, 2 analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons. Built-in Microphone. Graphic Quality. Top adjustable 3D screen - 800 x 240 resolution; lower screen - 320 x 240 resolution. General Game Price Range. Standard: $19.99 - $39.99. Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"They seller then contacted me and suggested that the screen protecter was scratched while the screen was actually fine."
"Same for Brain Age's color game, you can't advance through the game because it can't record your voice."
"Both screens were free from scratches and even the outside case was very clean."
"this should be clearly specified and i was really upset with this order, this should come with a charger it is common sense."
"It is perfect."
"My granddaughter loved it."
"He loved the gift and we were able to use all DS games to play on it, however we ran into some issues with purchasing accessories in stores. I can only hope that the DS games do not change, and he can continue to play new release games on his 'soon-to-be antique' hand-held gaming system."
"The homebrew scene for the DS is also alive and kicking and now I also use my DS Lite to read books, both novels and manga, on my DS as well as use it as a personal organizer!"
Best GameCube Games, Consoles & Accessories
Battle through a tournament in 3-D fighting arenas or take on multiple players with special moves and unique strengths. Normally, Nintendo contract players such as Mario, Pikachu, Link, Donkey Kong, Bowser, and Kirby are generally happy and well-mannered, but in Super Smash Bros. Melee , the pleasantries get thrown out and the gloves (except for Mario's) come off. This update of the N64 favorite features these and other video game icons in furious, yet utterly absurd fisticuffs that usually make for a smashing good time. Starting off with 14 characters (an additional 11 are waiting to be unlocked), the game has a pretty standard premise--let Nintendo's stars beat on each other until the timer runs out. The game features an adventure mode that plays somewhat like an old-school, side-scrolling Mario game. Number of Players: Offline: 1-4 Players.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"In buying the game 'Super Smash Bros. Melee' for the system Game Cube, my thoughts are heavily satisfied."
"Adding 15 some characters all new to the mix, a small mini-game missions' section where you had to complete different obstacles, a trophy section with real game/character/item facts, newly remastered stages w/ classic 64-bit stages, a new single player Adventure mode where you can roam through the worlds of Nintendo's All Stars, and a survival game system where you can battle the polygon warriors in endless waves to the death. The fighting capabilities allow for a greater range of attacks and make use of fade-away dodge features which allow versatile tactics to keep effect through the game-play. In the heat of battle these slight failures and miscommunications of the control schemes will become more and more obvious the more you play them but on the flip-side of that argument that gives the game a great bit of unpredictability."
"SSBM is from the dawn of perfect video games, where all the content came included in the game, and you had to unlock it through progress, instead of the latest paid DLC trend."
"The fighting style, tactics, and just general theme were captivating and surprisingly difficult to master. Things like air-dodging, chargeable smash attacks, side-B moves, pummeling (punching the enemy once you have them in a grab [with the z-button]), and more elemental attacks have all been added to create a fighting game with combos and mindtricks that rivals those of the most advanced 2D fighters. This makes SSBM a variable fighter, and allows for people to create their own combos (with varying success of course). Super Smash Bros. Brawl, on the other hand, was release 7 years after SSBM, but not much was changed at all."
"The disc started working fine and does so most of the time but it was clearly not "Used- Very Good" condition and did not have a game manual in the case."
Best Nintendo DS Games
In New Super Mario Bros. for DS, fans from Mario's classic days will see their dreams answered in this return to the Mushroom Kingdom, while a new generation of Mario players will learn what true platforming greatness means. Story The storyline of New Super Mario Bros. is simple, but 100% classic Mario Bros. During a tranquil walk with Princess Peach, Mario witness a lightning strike on Peach's castle. The single player mode is set on 80 levels spread across eight worlds, with players assuming the role of either Mario or Luigi. Along with its single player mode New Super Mario Bros. for DS also features two different multiplayer modes. There are also three entirely new to the game, these being: the Blue Koopa Shell, which Mario can crawl into to protect himself and spin when inside it to attack enemies; the Mega Mushroom, which allows for a huge Mario; and the Mini-Mushroom, which makes Mario very small and able to get into places that wouldn't otherwise be available. 2 Distinct Multiplayer Modes - New Super Mario Bros. features competitive 2-player multiplayer and mini-game functionality supporting up to 4 players. Powerups Galore - You'll find classic power-ups, like the Super Mushroom and the Fire Flower in the game, as well as some all-new ones that let Mario explore the Mushroom Kingdom like never before. New Super Mario Bros. expands Mario's arsenal of moves to include some very powerful advanced techniques.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"It remains one of the best games out there for the DS system."
"I honestly have no idea how to advance."
"The package was a small shipping envelope and inside it was filled with brown packing paper."
"A little different than the original Super Mario Brothers games I was use to playing, but I suppose that's why they named it NEW Super Mario Bros."
"new super mario bros is a really impressive game."
"So far, haven't found anything about this game I dislike."
"Super Mario Brothers Fan: Loved this game, plays good in my DS, colorful."
"are if you collect enough coins and your at a mushroom you need 5 coins for that plus they have minigames that you can play instead of the game in the beginning so have fun with this game i recommend it to any video game fan are who likes to play games because it's for everyone."
Best Nintendo DS Accessories
Color: Black. Zippered, protective case.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"The case has provided a good amount of protection for my system and has helped it survive a few drops, and I very much like the simple black design."
"It's got a few straps inside to keep the 3DS secure...which I don't use, and a spot for 3 games which grip them tight which is good unless you want your games on the floor when you open it, or sliding around in the case."
"I have exactly 3 games (minus what's loaded into the system currently) at the moment & I love how the flap inside prevents it from scratching the 3DS XL."
"The two wider straps fit nicely around the system keeping it from falling out accidentally if the case is open."
"1 game fit comfortably in each slot but you can fit 2 in each with some effort."
"A couple things I would wish for would be a wrist strap built in, also there is a lot of empty real estate on the inside top of the case which I wish they added more game slots to since it's just a blank slate."
"Will look after it to avoid breaking it by knocks and falls."
"I thought I could fit the charger or at least a USB cable in it, but to be fair other reviewers stated clearly that it would be hard/impossible to do so."