Top 5 reasons why you should buy a DSi
Posted on 16 years ago by Brian(@NE_Brian) in DS, Features | 4 Comments
The DSi launched late last year in Japan and now other territories have had a chance to get their hands on the system. Not everyone is a complete fan of the handheld, though. Those struggling with the decision to make a purchase are probably considering what makes the system a must-buy. Well, here are our top 5 reasons.
Physical changes
It’s amazing to see how far the DS had advanced cosmetically. The DS Phat was a monster of a system – It was bulky, unstylish, and downright unattractive. The DSi continues to make improvements in terms of physical appearance with advances such as bigger screens. The system also weighs a little bit less than the DS Lite and comes with a slightly larger stylus. Other changes include a relocation of the power button so that you don’t turn the system off accidentally and a matte finish so that fingerprints are less noticeable.
Top DSiWare, WiiWare, VC titles of the week
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DSiWare
1 – Nintendo DSi Browser
2 – WarioWare: Snapped!
3 – Bird & Beans
4 – Master of Illusion Express: Funny Face
5 – Art Style: AQUIA
6 – Brain Age Express: Math
VC
1 (1) – Super Mario Bros. 3
2 (2) – Super Mario Bros.
3 (8) – Super Punch-Out!!
4 (3) – Super Mario World
5 (4) – Super Mario Bros. 2
6 (5) – Punch-Out!!
7 (6) – The Legend of Zelda
8 (7) – Pac-Man
9 (10) – Super Mario 64
10 (9) – Mario Kart 64
11 (12) – The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time
12 (11) – Donkey Kong
13 (13) – Donkey Kong Country
14 (14) – Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars
15 (15) – Sonic the Hedgehog 2
16 (18) – The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past
17 (17) – Galaga
18 (16) – Excitebike
19 (20) – Paper Mario
20 (19) – Tecmo Bowl
WiiWare
1 (1) – World of Goo
2 (2) – My Aquarium
3 (3) – Tetris Party
4 (4) – Bit.Trip Beat
5 (5) – Onslaught
6 (6) – Dr Mario Online Rx
7 (8) – My Pokémon Ranch
8 (7) – Cue Sports – Pool Revolution
9 (11) – Pop’Em Drop’Em SAMEGAME
10 (9) – Brain Challenge
11 (10) – Fun! Fun! Minigolf
12 (11) – Defend Your Castle
13 (14) – Target Toss Pro: Bags
14 (13) – Midnight Bowling
15 (15) – Final Fantasy Crystal Chronicles: My Life as a King
16 (16) – Wild West Guns
17 (17) – Bomberman Blast
18 (18) – TV Show King
19 (19) – Sandy Beach
20 (20) – Tiki Towers
Best-selling games on March in Japan
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1. Ryu Ga Gotoku 3 (Yakuza 3) PS3
Launch: 2/26/09
March Period Sales: 459,786 units
Life-To-Date Total: 459,786 units
2. Resident Evil 5 PS3
Launch: 3/5/09
March Period Sales: 428,545 units
Life-To-Date Total: 428,545 units
3. Shin Sangoku Musou MULTI RAID PSP
Launch: 2/26/09
March Period Sales: 355,784 units
Life-To-Date Total: 355,784 units
4. Mario & Luigi RPG3!!! DS
Launch: 2/11/09
March Period Sales: 189,227 units
Life-To-Date Total: 467,891 units
5. Super Robot Taisen K DS
Launch: 2/30/09
March Period Sales: 169,547 units
Life-To-Date: 169,547 units
6. Musou OROCHI Z PS3
Launch: 3/12/09
March Period Sales: 161,259 units
Life-To-Date: 161,259 units
7. Monster Hunter Portable 2nd G (PSP the Best) PSP
Launch: 10/30/08
March Period Sales: 125,891 units
Life-To-Date: 555,422 units
8. 7th Dragon DS
Launch: 3/5/09
March Period Sales: 115,485 units
Life-To-Date: 115,485 units
9. Resident Evil 5 Xbox 360
Launch: 3/5/09
March Period Sales: 101,874 units
Life-To-Date: 101,874 units
10. Wii Fit
Launch: 12/1/07
March Period Sales: 89,807 units
Life-To-Date: 3,268,906 units
Feline favors 3D Picross
Posted on 16 years ago by Austin(@NE_Austin) in DS, News | 0 comments
When the original Picross released, it flawlessly captured the minds of both game critics and puzzle fanatics alike. Now it seems that the game’s sequel, “Picross 3D”, has extended its reach beyond the minds of the human race. This video shows a DS owner and his cat playing Picross 3D, much to the enjoyment of the cat.
Casual DS puzzle game Jewel Quest Solitare hits shelves tomorrow
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ENJOY HOURS OF ADDICTIVE GAMEPLAY WITH NEW BUDGET DS TITLE
Jewel Quest Solitaire is a new casual puzzle game for the Nintendo DS released to retail tomorrow by Avanquest Software Publishing. Following on from the hugely popular PC and DS games, this new Nintendo DS title will provide puzzle enthusiasts with a fun, modern twist on the traditional versions of both Jewel Quest and Solitaire.
Jewel Quest Solitaire features two types of gameplay including Just Cards Mode, for playing classic solitaire; and Full Quest Mode, which allows players to follow the mysterious storyline and access special jewel boards. The adventure takes place in the South American jungle, where cards must be matched and jewels swapped in order to turn the boards to gold. With 684 different scenarios, Jewel Quest Solitaire provides hours of fun for puzzle fans.
DSi sells 300,000 in US, Europe during launch weekend
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Nintendo DSi launch sales in the UK were revealed earlier this week. Now, more generally, Satoru Iwata has provided further insight in terms of how the system performed. According to Iwata, who was speaking at the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of Japan, the DSi sold 300,000 units in both the US and Europe over launch weekend.
Meanwhile, Shigeru Miyamoto was also at the event and highlighted plans to make the DS and DSi into something that can be used for more than just gaming – tests in schools, maps, tour guidance, coupons, and more.
Nintendo’s DS to help doctors and nurses with new software
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We’ve all heard stories of patients in hospitals playing their DS’ and using their Wiis for fitness and health, but now, Nintendo’s handheld will be taking an extra step in helping the medical profession get things done. A new software being developed by Community Engine will soon be implemented to help doctors and nurses monitor their patient’s health without the hassle of dragging around a clipboard. “Suguroku DS” can be used to record important medical data such as temperature, blood pressure, and various other vitals that could be key in saving a life; or curing a child’s stuffy nose. This data can then be transferred directly to a computer where it can be further distributed.
“Suguroku DS” is scheduled to go on sale in Japan in June of 2009, and will sell for a price of 40,000 yen, or $400 USD.
Made in Ore details
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These details come from the latest edition of Famitsu:
– Releasing April 29 in Japan
– Play 90 microgames
– Make own games as well
– My House – where all
– WarioWare – game tutorial
– My Shop – Save games
– Game creating involves drawing sprites, making sound effects, putting them together with set of rules
– Can create music and four-panel comics
– Items can be uploaded to Nintendo for contests – can also download games, music, comics
– WiiWare title Asobu Made in Ore allows you to play created games on TV (800 points)
Harmonix not ruling out Rock Band for DS
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“We are looking carefully at the DS, and certainly aren’t ruling out developing for it in the future. However, for right now, our focus is on Rock Band Unplugged as a PSP title.” – Greg LoPiccolo, VP of product development at Harmonix
Guitar Hero has dominated the DS and has been met with a great response from consumers. It would seem almost natural that Rock Band would follow a similar path if the franchise were to migrate to the handheld.
