Product Description
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The Nintendo DS Lite is a high-powered handheld video game
system in a sleek folding design – loaded with features for a
unique gaming experience. The color screens are now even brighter
– and the lower touch screen provides a totally new way of
playing and controlling games. Use the built-in wireless mode to
share games, chat or even play multiplayer games on-line via
Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. Play impressive 3-D rendered Nintendo
DS games – and play all your favorite Game Boy® Advance games in
single player mode.
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Modern handheld gaming has long been dominated by Nintendo and
Sony. Each hardware manufacturer has multiple viable offerings
derived either directly, or evolving from the respective DS and
PlayStation Portable product lines. All of these devices are
impressive multifunctional devices, with designs meant to
encourage gameplay on the go, integration with the Internet,
backwards compatibility to previous games, and so on, but each
goes about this in different ways. Taking a few minutes to
examine the main features, and getting more familiar with
available options, accessories and possible limitations of each
handheld is the optimal way to determine which is the best choice
for a player.
Handheld Console Choices
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Online Play and Functionality
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The wireless revolution in personal electronics has made online
functionality and connectivity to the Internet a huge focus in
handheld gaming. Every handheld console has an online arena that
has either been built specifically for it, or that has been
adapted to suit the needs of online players. By utilizing these
portals players can greatly expand their chosen platform's
potential, maximize gaming fun and increase the overall
entertainment value of their devices.
The Nintendo eShop is your one-stop shop for exciting
downloadable games, videos, applications, and so much more.
Discover all-new 3D software, plus legendary titles from gaming
past remastered in 3D. Revisit with classic portable "Virtual
Console" games starring Mario, Link, many other faces from the
Nintendo catalog of games. Gain access to hundreds of previously
released DSiWare games, applications and much more. Browsing the
Nintendo eShop is incredibly easy, and fun. Find any title in
seconds, then view screens, game info, and even video to help
you make your purchase. You'll even find details and 3D video of
Nintendo 3DS games available at retail stores. All games are able
to be saved in your own custom wishlist so you can always
remember the titles you want to get.
DSiWare through the DSi Shop is a service that allows DSi
players to download games and applications directly to their
handheld console in exchange for DSi Points purchased through a
local retailer. Experience new and innovative gameplay, fresh
takes on the classics-and much more. Just shop, download, and
enjoy. Visiting the DSi Shop is easy, just establish wireless
broadband connection, click on the Nintendo DSi Shop icon from
your menu screen and browse the shop and use Nintendo DSi Points.
Games and applications can be saved to SD cards (sold
separately).
PlayStation Network is an all access pass not only to a world of
gaming, but also one of entertainment at-large. The service is
100% free, only requiring a PlayStation handheld (or a PS3) and a
broadband connection to the Internet Once you are in visit the
PlayStation Store where users can download games, first run and
classic movies, previews, DLC add-ons for games, game demos,
music and original PlayStation oriented streaming video content.
Purchases can be made using a credit card or a PlayStation
Network Card purchased offline. Content can be stored on external
media or within the hard drive of the PSPgo.
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- DS Lite doesn't just play DS games – it also features an additional port for Game Boy Advance Game Paks.
- Get up to 19 hours continuous gameplay on one charge.
- Ready to take on the world? With Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat with friends while you play and compete with Nintendo DS owners across the globe. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game.
- Twin ultra bright LCD screens that combine crisp, punchy colors, along with touch-screen technology on the lower screen.
- Powerful dual processors bring 3D graphics to life with lightning-fast rendering.