Post by: Aussiedude on January 25, 2006, 08:59:42 PM
The Nintendo Co. corporation
In ?????? DS superior model appearance
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March 2nd sale
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This corporation sells this time new as for the " ?????? DS Lite ", the " ?????? DS " being unique, as for colorful function by the fact that that way, the substance thin shape is lightened more to raise portable characteristic, it is the superior type which loads the brightness control function of 4 stages whose it is possible furthermore to make the picture bright. ("It is light ", " it is bright ", we have named " the Lite " from meaning.)
As for Nintendo Co., it designates the existence in the portable type game machine market furthermore it is complete & expands the charm corresponding software which you can enjoy to the your wide customer regardless of the presence of age * sex * game experience, not only, with throwing the superior model, this " ?????? DS Lite ", as more firm ones, actualizes preponderant spread and is defeated.
Trade name ? ?????? DS (D s Lite ( light/write
Sale day ? March of 2006 2nd
Manufacturer desired retail price ? 16 and 800 Yen (including tax)
Size ? (Side) 133.0 x (length) 73.9 x (thickness) 21 5mm (you fold, the time)
[ Reference ] until recently the model (side) 148.7 x (length) 84.7 x (thickness) 28. 9mm
Weight ? 218g
[ Reference ] until recently model 275g
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Post by: Mario on January 25, 2006, 09:12:31 PM
I'm happy with this, it isn't such a huge upgrade to make me angry as a current DS owner, but it's nice so i'll probably end up getting one sometime in the future. It's pretty much the same, except smaller and slightly different looking, looks like the Revolutoin controller. I like how the mic is in the middle too, nice touch. Also, where's the power button?
Post by: wandering on January 25, 2006, 09:17:33 PM
I'm liking Nintendo's newfound sense of style.
Not sure if the 'lite' name would fly in the us, though.
Post by: Aussiedude on January 25, 2006, 09:20:21 PM
Post by: TheYoungerPlumber on January 25, 2006, 10:54:50 PM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 25, 2006, 10:57:28 PM
Post by: Darkheart on January 25, 2006, 11:08:11 PM
Ps Does anyone see if they changed the screen size?, i see it talking about the system's size goin down but not the screen, and is that a bigger stylus?
Post by: wandering on January 25, 2006, 11:11:46 PM
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if they release this in black, I shall finally be the proud owner of a DS that I can call all my own
I concur.
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Ps Does anyone see if they changed the screen size?, i see it talking about the system's size goin down but not the screen, and is that a bigger stylus?
I'd assume that the screens are the same size. And that the system is smaller more than the stylus is bigger.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 25, 2006, 11:17:55 PM
DS Lite abbreviated = DSL ...
*reads signature again*
Ohhh, now you get it
Post by: Bloodworth on January 26, 2006, 12:07:41 AM
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Originally posted by: BlackNMild2k1
if they release this in black, I shall finally be the proud owner of a DS that I can call all my own
So you're saying you want a Black Lite? Can I get you some posters for that?
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 26, 2006, 12:37:57 AM
Post by: kirby_killer_dedede on January 26, 2006, 02:18:09 AM
I love Nintendo's new Apple image.
Post by: Bill Aurion on January 26, 2006, 03:10:56 AM
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Originally posted by: Aussiedude
I think the power button is in the bottom right hand corner. Much better in my opinion, a few times I've accidently powered off during frantic mario kart play.
That's the Start and Select button...I'm guessing the Power button is along the top edge...
Post by: Pale on January 26, 2006, 03:16:57 AM
Anyway, I'm also hoping they release this in the nice mirror black that they first showed the revolution in. I also hope the buttons are no longer clicky.
Post by: Nephilim on January 26, 2006, 03:19:18 AM
Clearly you are judging something without using it, the white normal ds doesnt leave finger prints at all
Post by: Pale on January 26, 2006, 03:27:58 AM
Do you have a white mouse? Look at it closely.
Have you had your wavebirds since launch? See if you can get your hands on a new one to compare them.
Fact of the matter is, white things show dirt more than black things much of the time...
Post by: Robageejammin on January 26, 2006, 03:30:56 AM
Nintendo is weird
Post by: thame^ on January 26, 2006, 03:51:23 AM
Post by: couchmonkey on January 26, 2006, 03:54:35 AM
I do like everything else about it. Size and brightness adjustment both sound great. I'm still not buying one, but if I had to get a new one, this is definitely the version to get. I hope Nintendo drops the regular DS price to $100 to coincide with the launch of this version, I think that would put the system in a brand-new league compared to the PSP.
Post by: darknight06 on January 26, 2006, 04:28:02 AM
Post by: KDR_11k on January 26, 2006, 05:26:57 AM
Post by: MrAustin on January 26, 2006, 05:39:52 AM
QuoteThere, fixed that for you. It's all subjective. I like it.
Originally posted by: KDR_11k
They didn't fix the problems I have with the DS (A button too close to the edge) and made the start and select button position worse. Great job, Nintendo!
Post by: Spak-Spang on January 26, 2006, 05:44:03 AM
They fixed alot of the problems. The smaller size will make it easier to hold, and will probably prevent cramping. The white sleek design is very attractive and looks much less like a toy and much more techno-savvy.
The Buttons look like they are still comfortable, and the select and start buttons, are not usually used as action buttons, so the placement is not horrible. Still reachable during play, but positioned in a place that shouldn't get in the way.
I am excited and will hold my judgement until I try it. I am very excited and really want to try this new version sooner than later.
Post by: Artimus on January 26, 2006, 06:12:50 AM
Post by: WuTangTurtle on January 26, 2006, 06:32:16 AM
Post by: Ian Sane on January 26, 2006, 06:39:04 AM
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Post by: Bill Aurion on January 26, 2006, 07:06:44 AM
Post by: Dirk Temporo on January 26, 2006, 07:16:29 AM
F*CK YOU NINTENDO! F*CK YOU!
Seriously. GBASP was released two years after GBA. This is barely, BARELY over a year after the DS was released. I don't know why, but that irritates me. Possibly because I buy every system first generation, and I'm poor as dirt, so I can't afford to buy it again. Maybe I'm just spiteful.
Post by: 1day on January 26, 2006, 07:26:49 AM
gigantic image
http://humorloos.nl/image/123.jpeg
The DS has always been a touch less comfortable than I would have liked so this should solve that problem quite nicely and at the same time look a whole lot more awesome.
Post by: Chris1 on January 26, 2006, 07:46:10 AM
Post by: Strell on January 26, 2006, 07:48:31 AM
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Originally posted by: Dirk Temporo
I have one thing to say.
F*CK YOU NINTENDO! F*CK YOU!
Seriously. GBASP was released two years after GBA. This is barely, BARELY over a year after the DS was released. I don't know why, but that irritates me. Possibly because I buy every system first generation, and I'm poor as dirt, so I can't afford to buy it again. Maybe I'm just spiteful.
You knew it was going to happen, so you have no right to complain.
Additionally, the difference between the GBA and the SP is the inclusion of a lighted screen, which is (and has always been) a "must-have" option.
This is just a smaller and more compact DS. Other than that, it is hardly "must-have." Had they added something that absolutely helped the portable system, THEN there might be an issue here. All you are losing by not having this one is a little style, and even then, who in the hell cares.
Even though I have a DS, I'll probably plunk down for this one after it has a price drop of some sort. Either that or I'll attempt to trade for it via various means.
Post by: thepoga on January 26, 2006, 07:49:14 AM
Post by: Strell on January 26, 2006, 07:51:49 AM
Do you KNOW WHY?
Because you got to and GET to play the games NOW as opposed to later.
Seriously, if some of you people are mad about this, I'd hate to see you buy your own computer, where new technology is out within (seriously) a month.
I'm so tired of this argument levelled against Nintendo. It's not a valid argument and it never has been. They aren't forcing you to upgrade, YOU JUST WANT TO. There's a HUGE difference.
I didn't see people whining this much when they bought an HDless 360, even though I have a feeling the backlash on that is in the brewing stages....
Post by: Darkheart on January 26, 2006, 07:52:00 AM
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Is that touch screen raised? (Weird shadow on the image). That might be kind of awkward in quick-draw moments (e.g. Castlevania DoS). Otherwise I like it.
To me the bottom touch screen looks raised and the top screen looks embedded a little deeper than normal to accomodate the bottom screen.
Post by: anubis6789 on January 26, 2006, 08:03:06 AM
Also I hope they keep the headphone/headset jack the way it is even though thier has been no use for it yet.
Now the onlything I wonder about is the AC adapter. Is it going to use the same one or are they going to go with the micro or maybe a new style one. If they go with the micro one that means we might get GBA Multi-player ability. Although that probably won't happen.
Post by: Spak-Spang on January 26, 2006, 08:07:10 AM
That is what I am thinking. I really think the bottom touch screen is raised. This is probably done so that the D-Pad and buttons are more comfortable to hold, and the touch screen is seperated away from the action alittle better.
With the Top Screen embedded the system still shuts flat, and everything is safe, and more comfortable.
I must figure out a means to convince my wife for this redesign. First, this new design and then buying a Revolution. YIKES. That goodness that the Nintendo Revolution isn't costing the same as the other systems.
Post by: JonLeung on January 26, 2006, 08:11:00 AM
I like it...now me and my brother can play multiplayer DS games without buying the same model of DS. We got through the Game Boy games like Pokémon without needing to buy the same GBs. Between the two of us, we've got a GB Pocket, GB Color, GBA, and GBA SP. I have a DS, so a DS Lite would fill in the second half of that equation for when Pokémon Diamond/Pearl come out.
Post by: Stimutacs Addict on January 26, 2006, 08:19:55 AM
I'm definitely buying one. I don't care. I've had a DS since launch day, and I'm sure my younger brother would like to have my current DS once I get a new touch-screen on this beast. Sure, nintendo is doing more of their usual business, but that new DS should silence the PSP rage in America.
And Nintendo should keep following in Apple's wake; their systems look sleek and tech-heads should dig it.
Post by: jasonditz on January 26, 2006, 08:27:11 AM
The only thing that would've given me any cause to consider it is if they'd finally put in GB Color backwards compatibility... I'm sick of buying AA batteries so i can play Pokemon: TCG on an inferior screen.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 26, 2006, 08:29:09 AM
play-asia.com
Post by: Darkheart on January 26, 2006, 08:33:56 AM
Post by: trip1eX on January 26, 2006, 08:37:26 AM
Well if they didn't release any new revision then you'd still be playing on your current DS anyway so I don't know how a new revision changes that.
Post by: NinGurl69 *huggles on January 26, 2006, 08:43:32 AM
Post by: KirbySStar on January 26, 2006, 08:49:33 AM
QuoteNo. I have a Japanese GBA sp and I've used it's power cable to power my American DS and I've used my DS's power cable to power my Japanese GBA sp. No problems. Feel free to import.
Originally posted by: darkheart
How do japanese Ds's work over here. I am aware all of my games are reigion free, but I am curious about the power cord, do I need an adapted cord to charge my Ds in the states?
Post by: Ceric on January 26, 2006, 09:04:54 AM
Post by: IceCold on January 26, 2006, 09:09:56 AM
And the black may look good for the Rev, but I'm not sure it would look to good on the DS. I didn't really like the black colour on the Rev controllers; the silver ones were nice. Hmm.. guess I'll just have to wait to see the other colours. Or look at the black NRC again..
Post by: Rhoq on January 26, 2006, 09:15:05 AM
Post by: BiLdItUp1 on January 26, 2006, 09:16:50 AM
Notice how similar it looks to the RevMote. Good move to standardardize the 'look and feel'. Both of them feel very 'iPod' right now.
Post by: Requiem on January 26, 2006, 09:23:18 AM
I can finally buy a DS....lite that is.
I love the little touches they gave the revision. Especially, the embevelled DS symbol on the top of the case.
Can you imagine how immensely popular this will be? There are many people on this forum alone (a Nintendo FUROM) that have not bought a DS yet. All of those Nintendo fans unwilling to purchase the system they so desperately desire will finally buy a system, not to mention the many people who thought the DS ugly (there are alot).
Give us one great title at this DS's launch (maybe Hunter's?) and it will break out like a plague.
Post by: Hostile Creation on January 26, 2006, 10:10:44 AM
Very cool redesign, that'll pull some people in. I won't be getting it, since I've been perfectly satisfied with my DS. However, my family really wants to get a DS to play while I'm at school, so I'll probably wait until this is available, so I'll sort of own one
Post by: ShyGuy on January 26, 2006, 10:12:24 AM
Great Taste! Less Filling!
Post by: stevey on January 26, 2006, 10:40:46 AM
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Originally posted by: IceCold
Am I the only one who hates (OK not hate - too strong) the white colour that they're going with for this and the Revolution? I really liked the black colour when they showed the Rev for the first time @ E3, but the white colour just looks horrible to me.
And the black may look good for the Rev, but I'm not sure it would look to good on the DS. I didn't really like the black colour on the Rev controllers; the silver ones were nice. Hmm.. guess I'll just have to wait to see the other colours. Or look at the black NRC again..
I hate the new white color too.
Post by: Requiem on January 26, 2006, 10:44:59 AM
But less of one when you can qoute yourself.
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Originally posted by: RequiemQuote
Originally posted by: MJRx9000
Where'd the power button go? On the bottom edge?
Ok this is from some forum
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"I played it this morning for the first time after hearing about it officially a few days ago - the picture really doesn't do it justice, the screens are as bright as an AGT Game Boy (eg. even brighter and sharper than a PSP) - it feels much nicer in your hand - and most of all it looks absolutely BEAUTIFUL - it looks sexier than a PSP, and it's significantly smaller than a current DS. The power switch is now a flick-switch on the side and the stylus goes in sideways rather than in the top. Seen two colours so far including the white. White is best. I love my company!!!!"
I'm guessing this is real, though bias impression of the system.
Post by: Pale on January 26, 2006, 10:45:33 AM
You may call me crazy, but I think it being black will allow for a better gaming experience. I find that, in my opinion, having a darking border to a screen makes the screen appear to be of higher quality.
Post by: darknight06 on January 26, 2006, 10:49:43 AM
Post by: Requiem on January 26, 2006, 10:55:17 AM
It's been said that they will launch with 3 colors. None of those colors are confirmed, but white is an easy guess.
My others would be black and some color other than silver. They'll go with black because of how reminicent it will look when compared to the REV at E3. Plus it'll give a chance for direct sexy-ness comparison with the PSP (but really, if it looks even almost as sleek as the PSP, then you can cut another branch of the PSP's tree). Also, not silver because that has been basically the only color out (in the states at least) and they want the lite to be recognized as a different model.
Post by: JonLeung on January 26, 2006, 10:58:41 AM
All the way back to the original Game Boy, Nintendo handhelds have come in multiple colours. The DS already has red and blue and other special editions. This new DS is looking like part of the new Nintendo family with its similar style as the Revolution, and it's even expected that the Revolution will come in multiple colours.
So for those of you who don't like the white, expect black (iPods come in black too, if Apple's style is what they're emulating) and probably platinum, and a slew of other colours before long. Special editions, too. A Super NES Limited Edition? (I suppose that'd be more likely if they ported over more Super NES games, though, which seems unlikely once the Revolution's download service launches - unless they had DS features, oooh!) These would probably be easier to make custom skins for, as well.
Post by: norebonomis on January 26, 2006, 11:02:08 AM
Post by: thepoga on January 26, 2006, 11:03:10 AM
So do y'all think that its going to be Ipod shiny as well? Or is that just for the picture and the regular one is just like the regular white DS. No gloss (or whatever its called). It would be a lot better for the paint because the silver edges on my DS are fading out revealing the dull white underneath.
I like how they've gotten rid of how the screen looks like its made out of different parts instead of looking like one unit (the black around the normal DS screen).
Another thing...
Is nintendo going to cycle all the old DS systems out or keep selling them? It's a lot cheaper to produce these newer ones probably, and yeah...
Post by: trip1eX on January 26, 2006, 11:56:24 AM
Post by: joshnickerson on January 26, 2006, 01:00:12 PM
Post by: Artimus on January 26, 2006, 01:06:44 PM
Post by: darknight06 on January 26, 2006, 01:11:07 PM
"Might as well let us store music on this thing while they're at it. Seriously why not? I know they only focus on gaming, but it seems it wouldn't be too hard to put some rudimentary mp3 functionality in the DS. "
I'm quite sure Nintendo has no intentions on making this thing over $150USD. That and there's probably a good reason why the PSP has a separate processor for it's multimedia functions. The best thing you can hope for is either Nintendo to bring a DS enhanced Play-Yan over or for someone else to make a media player for it.
Post by: jasonditz on January 26, 2006, 02:04:22 PM
I'd also like to see some more interesting colors than black white and platinum. There's a whole rainbow of colors out there guys, lets see some. Plus, isn't this handheld uniquely successful at gaining the female audience? Would it kill them to offer a pink one?
I'd love to get a Spice-colored DS... or a Hello Kitty themed pink and white one... that's the sort of stuff that turns peoples' heads...
Post by: BiLdItUp1 on January 26, 2006, 02:05:40 PM
Post by: animecyberrat on January 26, 2006, 02:25:05 PM
I still keep waiting for someone to make an application that connest to WFC thatlets your browse webpages. Then we can all log onto PGC form our DS and talk about how cool Nintendo is forma Nintendo made system. yeah sweetness.
Post by: jasonditz on January 26, 2006, 03:39:57 PM
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Originally posted by: BiLdItUp1
How soon do you guys think the GBA will be phased out after this? I figure I'm gonna pick up one of the new SPs right before they run out (im thinkin for fifty bucks.)
Whoa whoa... hold on there.
We don't even know where Nintendo is going with the Gameboy line yet. Is the DS the "next gameboy", or was Nintendo sincere about the whole "Third Pillar" thing.
If there's still a Nextgen Gameboy forthcoming, it probably wouldn't be until late '07 at the earliest, and I wouldn't expect to see the GBA entirely off the market until that happens.
It might make some sense for Nintendo, especially with the recent rumors floating around of an Xbox-branded handheld media device/game system. Coming up with a single screen GB4, then a few years into its lifespan whipping out a DS2 with GB4 backwards compatibility.
Post by: Cap on January 26, 2006, 03:51:33 PM
personaly i believe(or maybe i'm just hoping) that the next incarnation of the gameboy will play gamecube games. at least it would be nintendos best option in my opinion. it seems with the backward compatibility of revolution, that it would just be a logical choice(at least to me, i know lots of people dislike the disc format for a portable). i'm not sure how they could tranfer the controls to a portable, but it could be done.
Post by: Requiem on January 26, 2006, 04:48:00 PM
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Originally posted by: jasonditzQuote
Originally posted by: BiLdItUp1
How soon do you guys think the GBA will be phased out after this? I figure I'm gonna pick up one of the new SPs right before they run out (im thinkin for fifty bucks.)
Whoa whoa... hold on there.
We don't even know where Nintendo is going with the Gameboy line yet. Is the DS the "next gameboy", or was Nintendo sincere about the whole "Third Pillar" thing.
If there's still a Nextgen Gameboy forthcoming, it probably wouldn't be until late '07 at the earliest, and I wouldn't expect to see the GBA entirely off the market until that happens.
It might make some sense for Nintendo, especially with the recent rumors floating around of an Xbox-branded handheld media device/game system. Coming up with a single screen GB4, then a few years into its lifespan whipping out a DS2 with GB4 backwards compatibility.
Cross-posting is becoming a habit.....
The next GameBoy?
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 26, 2006, 05:04:23 PM
but here is a better comparison render of the two handhelds
Post by: Nile Boogie on January 26, 2006, 06:10:52 PM
I like the design. I can trade my Ds in now and put it toward a...cough, um nevermind. I'll keep my dirty lil secret.
Post by: King of Twitch on January 26, 2006, 06:17:44 PM
Post by: darknight06 on January 26, 2006, 07:06:14 PM
Post by: NWR_Lindy on January 26, 2006, 07:07:09 PM
As for a release date, sure, it'll be after the March 2nd Japanese date. But how long after? Maybe March 20th, when both Tetris DS and Metroid Prime: Hunters are released? Hmmm...
Post by: Artimus on January 26, 2006, 07:18:31 PM
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Originally posted by: Silks
As for a release date, sure, it'll be after the March 2nd Japanese date. But how long after? Maybe March 20th, when both Tetris DS and Metroid Prime: Hunters are released? Hmmm...
The first thing I did when I saw this was look to see when Tetris was coming out in Japan. Seems like the PERFECT bundle and cross-promotion.
Post by: trip1eX on January 26, 2006, 08:17:44 PM
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 27, 2006, 12:21:00 AM
Post by: Ian Sane on January 27, 2006, 06:33:02 AM
Well in North America the GBA has continued to sell really well. But how many major upcoming GBA games can you name? I can't think of ANY unless Mother 3 gets localized. Now the GBA will probably still be in stores for a little while like the NES, SNES and GBC continued to be sold well after being replaced, but as a supported system it has pretty much been replaced. I think the whole "third pillar" stuff was a tactic to continue selling GBAs for a year or so after the DS launched. It worked because the GBA sold really well but it has already co-existed with the DS for two Christmas seasons and I don't think it will make it to a third.
If you want a GBA SP with the brighter screen I say buy it now. GBAs are probably going to quietly disappear during 2006.
Post by: Cap on January 27, 2006, 06:36:40 AM
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Originally posted by: RequiemQuote
Originally posted by: jasonditzQuote
Originally posted by: BiLdItUp1
How soon do you guys think the GBA will be phased out after this? I figure I'm gonna pick up one of the new SPs right before they run out (im thinkin for fifty bucks.)
Whoa whoa... hold on there.
We don't even know where Nintendo is going with the Gameboy line yet. Is the DS the "next gameboy", or was Nintendo sincere about the whole "Third Pillar" thing.
If there's still a Nextgen Gameboy forthcoming, it probably wouldn't be until late '07 at the earliest, and I wouldn't expect to see the GBA entirely off the market until that happens.
It might make some sense for Nintendo, especially with the recent rumors floating around of an Xbox-branded handheld media device/game system. Coming up with a single screen GB4, then a few years into its lifespan whipping out a DS2 with GB4 backwards compatibility.
Cross-posting is becoming a habit.....
The next GameBoy?
thats an awesome design...i dont think i've seen it before. i'd buy one.
Post by: JonLeung on January 27, 2006, 08:29:45 AM
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Originally posted by: Ian Sane
But how many major upcoming GBA games can you name? I can't think of ANY unless Mother 3 gets localized.
Let's see...
Drill Dozer, from the makers of Pokémon...
Then there's one Pokémon game where its other half is the DS version...if it comes out in North America...
Has Juka and the Monophonic Menace come out yet? It looks cute, there were lots of ads for it.
Did Scurge: Hive come out yet? You know, that ismoetric Metroid-wannabe game? If not, I'd count that.
Was Shantae Advance ever picked up by a publisher?
Okay, maybe I am grasping at straws now. I'm pretty sure even you could've at least named Drill Dozer, though, Ian. I'm disappointed.
Post by: Bill Aurion on January 27, 2006, 10:11:22 AM
Post by: JonLeung on January 27, 2006, 10:39:10 AM
And Final Fantasy V and VI. How could I not list all these RPGs?
I never could finish Tales Of Phantasia on the Super Famicom. Maybe I'll be able to do it on the GBA.
Maybe Ian doesn't count ports/rereleases/remakes/etc. as GBA games to look forward to, though.
Post by: vudu on January 27, 2006, 10:44:42 AM
Post by: Bill Aurion on January 27, 2006, 11:00:06 AM
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Originally posted by: JonLeung
Maybe Ian doesn't count ports/rereleases/remakes/etc. as GBA games to look forward to, though.
Phantasia has never been released here so it's technically a new game...
Post by: archioverload on January 27, 2006, 12:40:00 PM
Post by: Djunknown on January 27, 2006, 02:06:27 PM
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I think they're doing a doublepack of 50 Cent: Bulletproof and 25 to Life for the GBA
Ohh man, that's just wrong. Just plain wrong. If its not good on the console, do they expect the handheld version to fare better? (Though 25 to life has been unproven...)
Hmmm, DS lite due out the 2nd in Japan? I'd be willing to wager March 20th for the North American release. That would make it a magical day indeed!
Get a DS Lite, Tetris and Prime Hunters! Guess I should start saving...
Post by: Magik on January 27, 2006, 05:47:25 PM
I feel bad for those that just bought or got a DS to find out that there's a new version coming out months later. Ouch.
The new design does look nice though.
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 27, 2006, 06:13:16 PM
QuoteDon't feel bad for them, just feel good that you weren't one of them
Originally posted by: Magik
Am I the only one surprised at how soon a redesign has happened for the DS? It's only been about a year and two months and already there's a redesign.
I feel bad for those that just bought or got a DS to find out that there's a new version coming out months later. Ouch.
The new design does look nice though.
Post by: animecyberrat on January 27, 2006, 06:59:16 PM
Post by: Arbok on January 27, 2006, 09:33:36 PM
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Originally posted by: animecyberrat
its not as big a diference as GBA to GBA SP was and I liked original GBA better anyways.
Wait, what...why? I loved my SP, I took it every where. It was a huge imporvment over the GBA, and one that I easily justified slapping down the money for when looking at the number of benefits (not having to use battries was great, not to mention stuff like the lighted screen.. which was optional and could be turned off anyway).
Post by: animecyberrat on January 28, 2006, 04:20:50 PM
Post by: Caterkiller on January 28, 2006, 05:49:06 PM
Now I know Nintendo has said alot of things about 3rd pillars and the DS not being the succesor to the GBA or something along them lines. But does anyone still believe that?! This is our new GameBoy wether you want to believe it or not. I say they said all that as a clever ploy to throw of Sony during its development of the PSP. Could you imagine if Nintendo decided to release a new "GB" as early as 08? I mean, would it just be a better PSP or would it have all the gizmos of the DS? I could never see a future hand held from Nintendo lacking the DS's abilites. And since we most likely won't ever see a Nintendo handheld with just the power of something like the GameCube I really don't know what people are assuming Nintendo is cooking up. Is any of this coming through alright? Im not sure if im getting it all out, but take that as you will. If Nintendo releases a brand new portable system befor the DS has at least 5 or 6 years on it I will... feel very stupid.
Post by: jasonditz on January 28, 2006, 08:43:37 PM
We don't really have much data on upcoming games past April yet, but that's what E3 is for.
The GBA is still a viable and lucrative platform with a huge installed base...
Post by: Pale on January 29, 2006, 07:35:59 AM
Possibly the US unveiling of the DS Lite on Feb. 9th..
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The latest issue of Nintendo Power reminds readers to keep an eye on Nintendo.com on February 9. Reggie Fils-Aime, Nintendo of America's executive vice president of marketing, will be giving a speech about "Expanding the Market for Interactive Entertainment" at the DICE Summit in Henderson, Nevada. Reggie's speech will be 45 minutes long, starting at 10:30AM and ending at 11:15AM. In the speech, it's likely Reggie will be highlighting Nintendo's strategy for its Nintendo DS, Wi-Fi Connection, and Nintendo Revolution.
Maybe rev news too??
Februton!
Post by: wandering on January 29, 2006, 08:17:39 PM
Frothing excitement is brewing inside me!
Post by: BlackNMild2k1 on January 29, 2006, 10:58:25 PM
