Nintendo DS




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Nintendo DS

 * I have no DS, can I still play these games? Yes, but compatibility will not be perfect. We recommended DeSmuME or no$gba with no$zoomer, both of which can be 4chan's /rs/. Several apps can be found in this thread, including frontends, skins, and a program to fix the crackling audio in New Super Mario Bros and others.
 * I have a DS, now tell me how to pirate! You are going to have to buy a flash card. The top of the line is the M3 Real (or M3i for DSi), followed by Supercard DS2, followed by the Acekard 2i. Do not bother with anything else. The M3 Real is best coupled with the Sakura loader, which is updated requently to provide the best compatibility with the newest games. If you have an R4, it is recommended you use the Wood R4 custom firmware to bump up its compatibility to Acekard 2i levels. Do not buy a new R4 however, as production ceased on them a while ago and only counterfeits are sold now.
 * 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 have DSiware on it (in addition to "3DSware"). 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.

Note: If you're having trouble getting your music creations off of certain apps below, check this handy guide HERE.


 * Addenum: If you haven't heard the news already, DSi owners, 3DS will allow you transfer most of your DSiware (the stuff that won't has to do with wi-fi, and most DSiware wi-fi games are split in quality, so no big loss).

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.