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."
A Timeless Pokémon Adventure Continues Return to the captivating Unova region two years after the events of the original Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games - the first time in the core Pokémon video game series that a storyline has continued, from one game to another. In Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 , players will also be able to catch some of the Pokémon from outside the Unova region, such as Eevee, Riolu, Tyranitar, Arcanine and Mareep, right from the start of the game. Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 feature the Pokémon World Tournament, an exciting battle arena where players will be able to take on numerous gym leaders and champions from previous Pokémon video games. Players can transfer Pokémon they have caught with Pokémon Dream Radar into their Pokémon Black Version 2 and Pokémon White Version 2 games (visible in 2D only).
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"While it delivers what it says it will, it's not particularly memorable."
"Definitely an upgrade from White."
"This is the first time a Pokemon game is a sequel to a previous one."
"My 9 year old loves this game."
"One of the best and most detailed Pokemon games in existance, the music is on point, the gameplay is superb, This is my favorite pokemon game."
"I haven't beat the game yet so I can't comment on post game adventures, but with so much to see, do, and explore, I'm sure this game won't get old anytime soon!"
"These new games do not disappoint."
"Not as pretty as diamond/pearl - graphics aren't as good."
Pokémon Platinum features a new story full of adventure, never-before-seen forms of powerful Pokémon--including the legendary Giratina’s Origin Forme--and the Distortion World, a mysterious new world that suddenly appears in the Sinnoh region. In addition, with Pokémon Platinum up to 20 players can interact with other Pokémon fans from around the world in the new Wi-Fi Plaza, featuring mini-games and activities. Pokémon Platinum features a new story full of adventure, never-before-seen forms of powerful Pokémon – including the legendary Giratina's Origin Forme – and the Distortion World, a mysterious new world that suddenly appears in the Sinnoh region. In addition, with Pokémon Platinum up to 20 players can interact with other Pokémon fans from around the world in the new Wi-Fi Plaza, featuring mini-games and activities. Put a stop to Team Galactic's plan involving the three Legendary titans of Sinnoh Leap from a piece of land suspended in midair and walk sideways or upside-down in the new Distortion World, where the powerful Giratina resides Challenge yourself in new ways in the Battle Frontier's five new Battle Facilities, each with its own rules and each run by one of five new "Frontier Brains," similar to Gym Leaders Meet new Team Galactic Commander Charon and the undercover detective Looker, who's pursuing Team Galactic Gather up to 20 players from around the world in the new amusement park-style Wi-Fi Plaza, and compete with up to three other players in a variety of new mini games For 1 player, or for up to 20 players via the Wi-Fi Plaza feature. New characters add to the story.
Reviews
Find Best Price at Amazon"Still can't finish the game but love it so far, after long time in the third generation it was time for new things."
"For any die hard Pokemon game enthusiast, this version will make an extremely entertaining and fresh addition to his or her collection. After one surpasses the Elite Four a new area is opened which is inhabited by all the originals for those old school players. After the Pokemon League I had played for over 40 hours and that doesn't include the places available after the fact."
"Encountering Pokemon Platinum was a totally new experience for me as I had been waiting forever to know what this game was, how it was, and I was practically dying to see the pokemon firsthand. Beginning the game I loved how it unfolded the story into the new world of pokemon in the Sinnoh region as you encounter the new people and then the new pokemon. Although this game, like diamond and pearl, bear the glitch functions to different codes and such, which cause damage to the game, the game in itself is a wonderful turnout as you really don't need the codes. I have to be honest, playing 3rd generation pokemon games, and lower, and then playing 4th generation, especially platinum version, blew my mind away. For anyone unsure of which games are best out of Diamond, Pearl, and Platinum, I highly recommend Platinum; as it contains all the pokemon on both diamond and pearl and much more. Pokemon platinum, in my opinion, is a five star, need to get game for any pokemon fan. On a lighter note, take time to enjoy the game, it really is fun, and is probably the best, or one of the best pokemon games ever made. (If you don't care about the admiration of things or advice, please don't blame me or the game for discomfort as these things are put there to show a personal side to the game and are wonderful bits within the game). All in all this game is a great find for any pokemon fan, and I hope everyone, old and new pokemon fans, can enjoy this game as much as I have. I have recently found out that it is possible to trade from the union room trading any pokemon at any level with any item or move to any pokemon game that pokemon platinum can trade to."
"My biggest scare was, what if I get a pirated copy/different language, when I am spending 115 dollars."
"HOWEVER, if you just wanna experience gen IV as a whole, I recommed HeartGold or SoulSilver, both are arguably better games with a more intuitive menu and more goodies like the pokeathlon."
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!"
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."