Nintendo DS

Nintendo DS

 * (Got no DS option) /v/'s recommended emulators for the Nintendo DS are DeSmume and No$Gba with No$zoomer, you can find the latest versions on 4chan's /rs/, and several more apps in this thread, including frontends, skins, and a program to fix the crackling audio in New Super Mario Bros and others.
 * (Got a DS or have cash option) Buy a DS (If you can), get a good flashCart and go nuts! Acekard 2i, CycloDS (Edit: Don't get a CycloDS. It seems like the producer just ran away), M3i Zero and Supercard DS2 are typically the best. R4 is outdated and should be avoided when buying a flashcart, however, with the R4 you can increase the compatibility to an ALMOST comparable amount with a custom firmware, such as R4 wood (recommended) or YSmenu.
 * Notice: DSI and DSI XL have no GBA slot. They also supposedly have more "robust" anti-copyan features; in reality, the most you're going to need to do is update your card's firmware, which will require a couple extra unzips/patches on your part. Please plan accordingly when choosing a handheld. If you plan on playing GBA games on your DSi, buy a Supercard DS2!
 * For notable upcoming DS games, check this page: *here*. For information on Homebrew & Flashcards check *here*

The List
THESE GAMES ARE IN ORDER OF GENRE, NOT ALPHABET, REMEMBER THIS WHEN ADDING A GAME.

If you would like the games in alphabetical order, simply click the arrow next to Title. Same goes with everything else.

Nintendo DSiWare


The DSiware has gotten better off since its rough start and there's now some great stuff to check out if you're a DSi user. However, if you don't have one yet, you might consider waiting for the 3DS, which will "SUPPOSEDLY" have DSiware on it. (We'll see.) If you can't wait for that, you might buy an XL for your (grand)parents and play it when they're asleep or not looking.

Nintendo DS Homebrew
Chances are, you're from /v/, you like DS, you have a flashcart.

So load up with some homebrew, it can be pretty worth while.