The Nintendo DSIXL is the larger version of the Nintendo DS with a camera built-in. It plays all of your favorite Nintendo DS games plus offers more with camera feature. It maintains the clam-shell design which keeps the handheld portable and safe. The main attraction for this model is it's huge screen. Games look better than ever blown up on these glorious screens. You won't feel cramped and won't need to squint playing on this much larger screen. It's all about the games and this device has them. Mario, Animal Crossing, Zelda, Metroid, Pokemon and more! Enjoy these games with unique touch and microphone abilities. Also look for Nintendo's latest offering - the Nintendo 3DS. This device cannot play the 3DS games so to play the greatest and latest look to an upgrade in the future. Keep in mind that the improved 3DS plays all of your original DS games as well! Graphics Quality Not the best but good enough for the games.

widenerc

USA

My 4 year old son was very jealous of his older brother and sister because they had a Nintendo DSi and he didn't. For his birthday he saved his money and purchased a Nintendo DSi XL. He loves it! Some of the games are a little too old for him but he still enjoys it. It came with a couple of Brain Age games already on the SD card. The Mario games seem to be easy for him to play. The screen on the XL is so much larger than the regular Nintendo DSi and worth every single penny for the extra size. Also this Nintendo has taken some pretty hard abuse. He shoves it inside couch cushions, bangs it on the table, and slams it closed pretty often and it has never once tore up. This one connects to the DSi shop where you can purchase points to buy games. What I really like about that is if you accidentally delete a game from your DSi or SD card, you can go back and download it again because you already purchased it in the past. Overall I would recommend this for any age. It is a very good and fun item for your kiddos and even for you. Ease of Use My 4 year old uses it so it is very easy! Durability It has taken lots of abuse and still works great!

caameronac

Empire, AL

I bought this system for my daughter and she loves it. The Nintendo DSi XL system is great because it's fun for all ages and they have a good variety of games. The battery seems to last quite a while and the screen is a nice size. I would recommend this system.

cpeg85

USA

I've yet to be disappointed by this. Even for those who can't afford its games, they'll still get to enjoy the system as a whole, because the Nintendo E-shop for this is loaded with high quality demos unlike it's predecessors. I've had countless hours of fun with their variety of demos already while I wait for my copy of Pokemon X to come in the mail. I've been very pleased with it. Graphics Quality The average game falls under your classic style of nintendo graphics. However it isn't limited to campy graphics like its predecessors were. It ranges from campy like Lego: Lord of the RIngs, to serious graphics like you'd expect from a Ps3 in their animation clips, all depending on what games you buy or apps you use. While the 3d is gimmicky, it sometimes comes in useful in some games where depth perception is a must. The large screen makes seeing the games much less of a pain. Game Variety Sure, people say it's just for kids, but you aren't limited to the likes of Pokemon, Mario, or Angry Birds. Some Games available include Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate(which is impressive in its own right, though it has a steep learning curve if you've never played a MH game before), Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater, Dead or Alive 3d, Harmoknight, and so much more. Controller Comfort The controller is a bit rough on your hands at first, so it takes some getting used to if you have smaller hands like I do, but once your hands learn the system, it stops being hard on your hands and more downright intuitive. To compare it to the Xperia Play gameplay, this is largely more comfortable, as it won't cut into your hands as you use it. Durability While it isn't reccomended, it will take a heavy fall if dropped. I purchased this largely because it was claimed to be durable, and so far I've been proven right given the rigorous use I've put it through. I can't give a good review yet on this, but I have faith it will earn it's keep.

CuCuB1rd

USA

Fun to play new games and complete them and share my experiences with friends. Graphics Quality With this it is good in because it depends on the game you are playing. Most games have good quality. Game Variety There are many different games that you can get and a wide variety of stores

blackpoiso

USA

Very Good System to buy. I do recomend its.Very good for tuch game like Brain age and Yoshi touch and go. Goodfor drawing games, word games picture games etc. Graphics Quality This System has very nice graphics and bright colors. Game Variety The Nintendo Ds lite XL has very big library of great games Like Mario, Zelda, Kirby, Sonic, Final Fantasy, Dragon Quest,Korg DS 10, Prf. Layton,Solato Robo, Phenix Right and many more fun games to be discoverd. Controller Comfort The Controls are Great and smooth.For some kids ithe system could be a little heavy its good to get a Good Protective Case, I personaly recomend The Nerf Case for this. Ease of Use Very easy To use and very fun to plat Touch games. Durability The Front casing is glossy and very scracheble so purchase a Good Case for it. But still the matrials are firm and solid very durable-like.

Skalentoman7

USA

Although these devices are currently not being produced anymore, you owe it to yourself to get a ds xl if you're a fan of the expansive ds library. First off, the screen is huge and it makes a big difference, the colors pop out and the games become a much more immersible experience. Other than that the features are the same, it offers the same two screen gameplay we are all familiar with. The device features a slightly better sound system although the glossy surface changed from the matte surface previously is prone to scratches.

houinp123

San Diego, CA

DSI XL red is a special version of the system, it comes with games preloaded on it such as brain age. It also includes features such as internet browser, camera. The system is significantly bigger then its predecessor this is especially useful in allowing gamers a bigger screen to play their games. The battery life of the system is quite good when just playing games. The download shop is disappointing as there are only a few good titles. The retail games for the system boost a good mix of genres with standout titles coming from Japanese developers like Konami and Squareenix. One drawback of the system is the finicky online, even though my home was wireless internet, the console wont connect to the internet, meaning i have to go to wifi hotspots to access the download store,

aminaha

Apple Valley, CA

We LOVE our kids DS's (we have 3). They were a wise purchase. We bought them before a trip to FL & it was well worth it. They are very very durable. They have been dropped multiple times (with no case) and they work perfect. The screens are nice & big for kids to see & play. It has fun photo options, recording voice options as well. Graphics Quality Clear great pictures Game Variety Any game used for the regular DS can be played on the DS XL. The 3D games are the only ones that will not work. Controller Comfort Very good if you do not have a case. If you buy a case for it it is difficult for small hands to hold the controller so I would recommend no case.

monmon778

Olivia, MN

I have been a Nintendo fan since the first Nintendo console. I wish I would have waited till Christmas and gotten my kids the 3DS because most games are now just being made for the 3DS. I chose the XL for the bigger screen as recommend ed by my sister who has the XL. We did have the dsi but it was left outside in the rain and was ruined. You are able to get classic games for the XL like Mario and Zelda. I bought my kids some educational games but by far they love the Mario. I have not used the online function, but my kids love the camera and being able to record to the XL.

JkVega

West Des Moines, IA