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| + | | image= [[File:Nintendo DS logo.png|320px]]<br>[[File:Nintendo DS CONSOLE.png|320px]] |
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| + | | caption= The original Nintendo DS model |
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| type= Handheld console |
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| + | | released= {{release|na= November 21, 2004|jp= December 2, 2004|eu= March 11, 2005|aus= February 24, 2005}}<br>'''Nintendo DS Lite:'''<br>{{release|na= June 11, 2006|jp= March 2, 2006|eu= June 23, 2006|aus= June 1, 2006}}<br>'''Nintendo DSi:'''<br>{{release|na= April 5, 2009|jp= November 1, 2008|eu= April 3, 2009|aus= April 2, 2009}} |
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| + | | predecessor= [[Game Boy Advance]] |
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| − | | releaseeu= March 11, 2005 |
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| + | The '''Nintendo DS''' (ニンテンドーDS, ''Nintendō Dīesu'') is a [[Nintendo]] handheld console and the successor to the [[Game Boy Advance]]. |
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| − | The '''Nintendo DS''' is the first in [[Nintendo]]'s latest series of handheld systems. Its major features include its two screens, one of which is a touch screen, a built-in microphone, and wireless capabilities allowing for [[multiplayer]] games and applications. Since its release in 2004, the Nintendo DS has seen great consumer success amongst the several versions of itself.<ref>[http://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2008/080730e.pdf#page=11 Consolidated Financial Highlights] Retrieved on October 15, 2008</ref> |
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| − | == History == |
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| − | [[Image:Nintendo_ds_1.jpg|right|thumb|The prototype Nitro design]] |
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| − | It was originally stated that a new system was being developed on November 13, 2003, though no details were announced. On January 20, 2004, however, the system was announced with "Nintendo DS" being its codename - again, with minimal details. Later on, the codename was changed to "Nitro", but changed back when the system was shown at [[E3]] 2004; the "Nitro" codename can still be seen in the product codes for all Nintendo DS-related items, such as the system's code itself: "NTR-001". The system shown at E3 was an older version of the system, much blockier and the existing version of the standard system which was shown on July 28, 2004, when the name was officially said to be finalized as "Nintendo DS". |
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| − | The Nintendo DS was released in North America on November 21, 2004, at US$149.99, with a demo version of the later-released ''Metroid Prime Hunters'' bundled. The Japanese release took place two weeks later on December 2, and later in other regions. |
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| + | ==Models== |
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| + | The Nintendo DS features two screens, one of which is a touch screen, a built-in microphone, and wireless capabilities allowing for [[multiplayer]] games and applications. The console is also backwards compatible with the Game Boy Advance. |
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+ | ===Nintendo DS Lite=== |
| + | The '''Nintendo DS Lite''' features a slimmer and more lightweight design, and a brighter screen. A special limited edition DS Lite bundle was released both in North America and Europe, each one including a copy of {{PH}} and a ''Zelda''-themed console. The North American version included a golden console with the [[Triforce]], and the European version a silver console with the game logo and artwork of [[Link]] and [[Ciela]]. The European edition was limited to 1,000 copies. |
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| − | === Dual Screens === |
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| − | The Nintendo DS has twin 3-inch backlit color liquid crystal displays. The lower display is touch sensitive and is operated with a [[stylus]]. The upper panel has stereo speakers on either side of the upper display. The lower screen's touch capability is utilized in most games, and many games utilize it as the primary, and sometimes only, method of control, as seen in ''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' or ''Nintendogs''. |
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+ | ===Nintendo DSi=== |
| + | The '''Nintendo DSi''' features a larger but thinner design. It also features two digital cameras, a SD card slot, and an online shop. The console is also no longer backwards compatible with the Game Boy Advance. On November 21, 2009, a larger version of the console, named '''Nintendo DSi XL''', was also released. |
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| − | The system comes with built-in 802.11 wireless capabilities, allowing the system to link with other systems for [[multiplayer]] games and applications, such as the system's built-in ''PictoChat''. The wireless also allows the system to connect to the Internet and take advantage of the [[Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection]], [[Nintendo]]'s online gaming service, allowing for Internet play of many of the Nintendo DS' games. |
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| − | === Other Features === |
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| + | *{{PH}} |
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| − | The system features a microphone which can be used to pick up various sounds for whatever function the game developer chooses to use it for, be it voice-recognition (as seen in ''Nintendogs''), voice chat (as seen in ''Metroid Prime Hunters''), or many other potential applications. |
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| + | *{{FPTRR}} |
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| + | *{{TBFDS}} |
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| + | *{{RTBToL}} |
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| + | *{{ST}} |
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| + | ===DSiWare=== |
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| − | It also features an extra game slot capable of playing [[Game Boy Advance]] games. [[Game Boy]] and [[Game Boy Color]] games are incompatible due to size issues, but the slot is also utilized for certain games that feature extra add-ons such as a Rumble Pak. All of this is run on a single rechargeable lithium ion battery, allowing for up to 10 hours of gameplay on a 3 to 4 hour charge. |
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| + | *{{TMTP}} |
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| + | *{{FSAE}} |
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| + | Due to the backwards compatibility, the console is also able to play the Classic NES Series versions of {{TLoZ}} and {{TAoL}}, as well as {{ALttP&FS}} and {{TMC}}. |
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| + | ==Trivia== |
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| + | *{{PH|-}} makes use of the DS internal clock, as certain events will take place at midnight according to the internal clock of the system. |
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| − | *''[[The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass|Phantom Hourglass]]'' |
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| + | ==Gallery== |
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| + | <gallery> |
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| + | File:Triforce ds.png|The North American Triforce DS Lite |
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| + | File:DSLiteEuropeanPHEdition.png|The European ''Zelda''-themed DS Lite |
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| + | File:DSi.png|The Nintendo DSi |
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| + | File:DSi XL.png|The Nintendo DSi XL |
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| + | </gallery> |
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| + | ===Box Art=== |
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| − | Nintendo DS-i</seealso> |
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| + | File:DSLitePHAmericanBundle.png|North American Triforce DS Lite bundle box art |
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| + | File:DSLitePHBundleEuropean.png|European limited edition DS Lite bundle box art |
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| + | </gallery> |
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| + | ===Logos=== |
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| + | File:Nintendo DSi Logo.png|Nintendo DSi |
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| + | File:Nintendo DS Lite logo.png|Nintendo DSi lite |
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| + | File:Nintendo DSi XL logo.png|Nintendo DSi XL |
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| + | </gallery> |
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| + | [[Category:Systems]] |
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| − | ==References== |
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| + | [[Category:Nintendo systems]] |
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Revision as of 21:41, 1 March 2020
Template:Exitstub-nintendo
Template:System The Nintendo DS (ニンテンドーDS, Nintendō Dīesu) is a Nintendo handheld console and the successor to the Game Boy Advance.
Models
Nintendo DS
The Nintendo DS features two screens, one of which is a touch screen, a built-in microphone, and wireless capabilities allowing for multiplayer games and applications. The console is also backwards compatible with the Game Boy Advance.
Nintendo DS Lite
The Nintendo DS Lite features a slimmer and more lightweight design, and a brighter screen. A special limited edition DS Lite bundle was released both in North America and Europe, each one including a copy of Phantom Hourglass and a Zelda-themed console. The North American version included a golden console with the Triforce, and the European version a silver console with the game logo and artwork of Link and Ciela. The European edition was limited to 1,000 copies.
Nintendo DSi
The Nintendo DSi features a larger but thinner design. It also features two digital cameras, a SD card slot, and an online shop. The console is also no longer backwards compatible with the Game Boy Advance. On November 21, 2009, a larger version of the console, named Nintendo DSi XL, was also released.
The Legend of Zelda Games
- Phantom Hourglass
- Freshly-Picked Tingle's Rosy Rupeeland
- Tingle's Balloon Fight DS
- Ripened Tingle's Balloon Trip of Love
- Spirit Tracks
DSiWare
Due to the backwards compatibility, the console is also able to play the Classic NES Series versions of The Legend of Zelda and The Adventure of Link, as well as A Link to the Past & Four Swords and The Minish Cap.
Trivia
- Phantom Hourglass makes use of the DS internal clock, as certain events will take place at midnight according to the internal clock of the system.
Gallery
The North American Triforce DS Lite
The European Zelda-themed DS Lite
The Nintendo DSi
The Nintendo DSi XL
Box Art
North American Triforce DS Lite bundle box art
European limited edition DS Lite bundle box art
Logos
Nintendo DSi
Nintendo DSi lite
Nintendo DSi XL
