The new Nintendo 3DS was launched in Japan over the weekend and as usual the wintery weather did not deter Nintendo crazy Japanese from queuing for hours to get their hands on Nintendo’s first gaming device that features a stereoscopic 3D (glasses free) display.

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While this young gentleman looks far too young to have played the original Mario Bros on the 8-bit Nintendo Console, his passion and gusto may have many convinced that could have spent countless hours jumping into and over bricks all in the name of rescuing a princess maiden in distress.

Listening to this conjures up visions of coins twirling and green turtles sliding plus many days of skipping classes..

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The question that most Nintendo DS owners is “Is worth upgrading to the new Nintendo DSi?”

In the Youtube video review below, the guys from GameOn seem to think not.

Their reasoning is based on their opinion that the new enhancements on the Nintendo DSi are not big enough to warrant an upgrade.

What are the improvements to the new Nintendo DSi?

Check out the Nintendo DSi feature list below:

Some features that will be built into the system and ready to enjoy upon purchase include the Nintendo DSi Camera, Nintendo DSi Sound and Nintendo DSi Shop. The most noticeable feature of the slim Nintendo DSi system is its two cameras – one camera is on the external body, and the second one points at the user when the device is flipped open. As the first truly interactive digital camera in a video game system with 10 different interactive “lenses” that can manipulate your photos, the Nintendo DSi Camera offers an easy way to take and share your photos with family and friends. The cameras also present people with unprecedented ways to interact with their games while giving developers a new tool to devise creative games and experiences. If the touch screen gave Nintendo DS a sense of feel and the microphone allowed it to hear, the two cameras give Nintendo DSi the sense of sight.

Another enhanced feature is the Nintendo DSi Sound application, which serves as both an interactive voice recorder and music player that allows users to play with their music while they listen to it. Users can access different audio filters or control the pitch and speed of recorded voice or music files to alter voices or change the tempo of a song. The mic is located between the two screens when the device is flipped open, and there is also a stereo headphone output that lets users listen to music saved on an SD card, even with the screen shut.

In the world of software, Nintendo DSi will be the platform for the most relevant and fun on-the-go games and applications. The Nintendo DSiWare application will populate Nintendo DSi with software that can be downloaded using Nintendo DSi Points directly to the portable system, just as WiiWare has with Nintendo’s Wii console. Developers big and small are invited to create software that makes use of the properties and functions of the hardware. Nintendo DSiWare games and applications will be available at a range of values, starting at 200 points.

What are your thoughts? Will you upgrade?

YouTube – Review of the Nintendo DSi

Even though Legend of Zelda fans will appreciate this more than most, the fact that this kid does it all by himself is amazing!

Enjoy.

YouTube

The new Nintendo DSi launched in Japan over the weekend with impressive sales of over 170,000 units.

Despite the positive launch, some Nintendo fans wonder why Nintendo even bothered with the upgrade – 53% surveyed at PocketLint said it was a waste of time.

Here’s a Nintendo DSi Video. You be the judge:

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According to several sources straight from Japan, Nintendo is planning to release a new version of the Nintendo DS later this 2008. It will improve on the current console’s features and add a few key functions to it as well.

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Just yesterday we brought you Powerwave Nintendo DS Lite Basics with a rugged denim case for your console. Here in Mr. Gadget Australia, we’re well-aware that gamers are as varied as the different mobile phone models in the market, so there’ll definitely be those who’d prefer something a bit more formal like our Nintendo DS Lite Leather Case.

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Calling all the gamers out there who own a Nintendo DS Lite, we have here the Powerwave Nintendo DS Lite Basics. It’s a funky-looking kit of essential accessories to complement your handheld gaming system. It’s designed to keep your DS Lite safe and secure at all times.

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It’s been just over a week since NIntendo’s Wii Mario Kart landed in Australia.From reports I’ve been gathering from my friends, it’s a hit!

Above is a picture of some of my family in Seattle having some good ol’ Wii Mario Kart Family bonding time. Do they like it? The answer lies on the expressions on their faces…

Nintendo Wii Mario Kart available at major retailers.

Been playing Nintendo games for years and one of my all time favourites has gotta be Mario Kart! Last time I played it was on my little brother’s Nintendo 64. Years down the track, Nintendo have polished it up for it’s newest hit console, the Nintendo Wii!

Check out a video preview of Nintendo Wii’s Mario Kart due out later next month:

IGN Video: Mario Kart Wii Video

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