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Nintendo DSi XL Bronze
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- Retains all the functionality of the DSi including: downloads via the Nintendo DSi Shop
- New, large diagonal LCD screen size (4.2-inch) allows for the best visual quality DS gaming experience to date.
- Unit comes pre-loaded with three DSi Ware titles, including: Brain Age Express: Math
- New release two toned Bronze color scheme adds a unique and distinct touch to your handheld gaming experience.
- Hardware includes a full size, easy to hold stylus that matches the exterior color of your chosen DSi XL.
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ASIN | B002I08UGQ |
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Release date | March 28, 2010 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #66,536 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #69 in Nintendo DS Consoles |
Product Dimensions | 9.5 x 7.9 x 2.1 inches; 4.45 Pounds |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Rating Pending |
Item model number | UTLSBRA |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 4.45 pounds |
Manufacturer | Nintendo |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | March 3, 2010 |
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Nintendo DSi XL Bronze
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Modern handheld gaming has long been dominated by Nintendo and Sony. Each hardware manufacturer has multiple viable offerings derived either directly, or evolving from the respective DS and PlayStation Portable product lines. All of these devices are impressive multifunctional devices, with designs meant to encourage gameplay on the go, integration with the Internet, backwards compatibility to previous games, and so on, but each goes about this in different ways. Taking a few minutes to examine the main features, and getting more familiar with available options, accessories and possible limitations of each handheld is the optimal way to determine which is the best choice for a player.
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Online Play and Functionality
The wireless revolution in personal electronics has made online functionality and connectivity to the Internet a huge focus in handheld gaming. Every handheld console has an online arena that has either been built specifically for it, or that has been adapted to suit the needs of online players. By utilizing these portals players can greatly expand their chosen platform's potential, maximize gaming fun and increase the overall entertainment value of their devices.
The Nintendo eShop is your one-stop shop for exciting downloadable games, videos, applications, and so much more. Discover all-new 3D software, plus legendary titles from gaming past remastered in 3D. Revisit with classic portable "Virtual Console" games starring Mario, Link, many other faces from the Nintendo catalog of games. Gain access to hundreds of previously released DSiWare games, applications and much more. Browsing the Nintendo eShop is incredibly easy, and fun. Find any title in seconds, then view screenshots, game info, and even video to help you make your purchase. You'll even find details and 3D video of Nintendo 3DS games available at retail stores. All games are able to be saved in your own custom wishlist so you can always remember the titles you want to get.
DSiWare through the DSi Shop is a service that allows DSi players to download games and applications directly to their handheld console in exchange for DSi Points purchased through a local retailer. Experience new and innovative gameplay, fresh takes on the classics-and much more. Just shop, download, and enjoy. Visiting the DSi Shop is easy, just establish wireless broadband connection, click on the Nintendo DSi Shop icon from your menu screen and browse the shop and use Nintendo DSi Points. Games and applications can be saved to SD cards (sold separately).
PlayStation Network is an all access pass not only to a world of gaming, but also one of entertainment at-large. The service is 100% free, only requiring a PlayStation handheld (or a PS3) and a broadband connection to the Internet Once you are in visit the PlayStation Store where users can download games, first run and classic movies, previews, DLC add-ons for games, game demos, music and original PlayStation oriented streaming video content. Purchases can be made using a credit card or a PlayStation Network Card purchased offline. Content can be stored on external media or within the hard drive of the PSPgo.
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Customers like the quality, performance, size, value, and color of the video game console. They mention that the included games are fun, the screen size is amazing, and the value is well spent. They also appreciate the color and the graphics in the games.
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Customers like the quality of the video game console. They say that the games are fun, the game system is pretty nice, and the included games are really interesting. Some customers also appreciate the durability and the overall quality of Nintendo systems. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...screen, portable system (with a means to carry it), and access to a wide variety of games, puzzlers, and atypical applications. I really like mine...." Read more
"...Good quality sturdy buildInternet BrowserNinety-Three Percent Larger Screens (Absolutely gorgeous)..." Read more
"...The included games are fun, and we will play them, but they were not the reason we bought the one XL (and we're considering a second)...." Read more
"...came with it was pretty nice too since because it's really a great learning game for people of any age. That was a good move on Nintendo's part...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the video game console. They say it works well, is excellent, and the DSI store works well. The unit is excellent and the charger works perfectly. The DS store is faster on the XL than the dsi but not by a huge margin. Overall, customers are happy with the performance and use of the product.
"...Its exquisite use for a train ride, a plane ride, a scroll around Central Park, or when traveling abroad and you need a good diversion to keep..." Read more
"...I bought the Hori and had no trouble installing them and the stylus works great with them...." Read more
"...Of course the unit is excellent, its like a big screen DSI and the color is really nice, it not a girly pink as it may appear in some photos, its..." Read more
"...is a picture of the program. The DSI store works well and is faster on the XL then the DSI but not by a large amount...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the video game console. They mention that the screen size is amazing, and everything looks bigger. The DSi XL has two HUGE screens, which is great for gaming and giving you a bigger canvas when drawing in Flipnotes. The big screen is also nice for sharing and reducing eye strain.
"...In summary, the DSi XL is a great choice if you want a larger screen, portable system (with a means to carry it), and access to a wide variety of..." Read more
"...The main attraction of the DSi XL is OBVIOUSLY the two HUGE screens. All the DS games look absolutely GORGEOUS on this thing...." Read more
"...The screens are the selling point here, because unlike the 3DS, which seems to make DS games a little blurry, the DSi XL screen doesn't have this..." Read more
"...DSi XL not only gives more room for gaming, but also gives you a bigger canvas when drawing in Flipnotes...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the video game console. They mention that it is a great product for the price and that it comes with a charger. Most DS titles are relatively cheap.
"I am very happy with the game console. It’s in excellent condition, but it did not come with the original charger." Read more
"...Most DS titles are relatively cheap. However, this unit cannot play older Gameboy Advanced games as the original DS can...." Read more
"...AND it's in tip top condition! AND you hooked me up with the charger too! You made this mostly redundant but great console totally worth my money!..." Read more
"...cheaper than the DS3D and has longer battery time and the games are far cheaper. If you don't require 'latest, greatest' I highly recommend it...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the color of the video game console. They say the color is beautiful, the graphics in the games are very well, and the battles look very sharpy. The matte finish inside is much nicer, but it's not going to stop them from enjoying their product. Overall, customers are happy with the product's color.
"...All the DS games look absolutely GORGEOUS on this thing...." Read more
"...blurry, the DSi XL screen doesn't have this issue and the image comes out looking perfect and crisp...." Read more
"...And let me mention one last time the screens are AWESOME!" Read more
"...I love that there is a little slot for a stylus. Having a choice of colors is great...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sharpness of the video game console. Some mention that it is nice to be able to see the screen much better, the image on the screens are bright, and worthy of their eyes. However, others say that the graphics seem a little fuzzy and the quality of the image is lower.
"...The screens are bigger and brighter and the downloadable games have a lot of very good titles..." Read more
"...Mah-jongg tiles and smaller pieces in any game are much easier to see and match...." Read more
"...Yes, the blocks/pixels (Whatever you wanna call it) do look a bit more noticeable, but then again it did as well on the original DS...." Read more
"...It's easier on the eyes and there are a lot of games to choose from, many of which you can get used & save money...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the charger. Some mention that it works great, it comes with the charger and stylus, the ds itself, and an SD card. However, others say that it was scratched up and didn't come with the stylus pen that is shown in the picture, and that it didn' t come pre-charged.
"...It’s in excellent condition, but it did not come with the original charger." Read more
"...it came with the charger, stylus, the ds itself, and an SD card!..." Read more
"It was over all good purchase but it was missing the stylus pen" Read more
"...What swayed me to make this purchase were the pre-loaded items. It already had two Brain Age games plus a camera!..." Read more
Customers are not satisfied with the scratches on the video game console. They say that there are some slight scratches but they are hardly noticeable, and that the top screen has extremely noticeable damage.
"...Highly recommend buying this ds. Yeah there's some slight scratches but they're hardly noticable! And all the buttons work perfectly...." Read more
"Returned due to extremely noticeable damage on top screen. Should have been sold at a much lower condition and price point." Read more
"...However, the DSi XL top outside shell is so glossy it is incredibly easy to scratch...." Read more
"It was not in the condition you described. It had deep scratches, major scuffs and it was dirty and dusty...." Read more
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Here are the people who would be disappointed to spend money on a DSi XL:
1. Techno-geeks, especially those who already own a DSi--you probably already know this and have moved on, but if you're still reading, you won't like the DSi XL. It's graphics are NOT sharper than a DS lite nor DSi. Yes, the screen is larger but if the visuals start as slightly pixelated on a small screen, the effect is magnified and more choppy on the large screen. It's certainly not a dealbreaker but you're about as far from HD quality as you can throw this thing. The camera is a toy not a tool. The memory is limited. The browser won't match the gaming system/smart phone/PSP/3 you already own.
2. Owners of a DSi that like portability and have "young" eyes--you've already worked your way up from a GBA to a DS to a DSi and each one has better visuals than the last. There is no advantage to sinking another $180 into another system unless you're having trouble seeing details in your current games. This model is substantially bigger but also heftier and burns through its charge at a faster pace. Save your money and keep your DSi
3. Nintendo fans that have a large library of favorite gameboy games--you'll hate the larger system that takes up more real estate but *still* doesn't have a GBA slot.
4. DS lite owners with a ton of accessories and a small budget--all those extra chargers and lighter adapters and cases will be useless on the DSi XL.
5. Super hardcore gamers who are gore-fest lovers--there are very few titles that are those zombie-shooting, parts-flying, blood-splattering type of games that grab the T and M ratings. And on the DS/i systems, you can't really feel that adrenaline rush in the same way. Plus many of the T/M rated games aren't that good on the Nintendo system (there are a few exceptions)
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Now who SHOULD definitely get a DSi or DSiXL:
1. DS (or DS lite) owners who have waited--stop waiting. Now is the time to upgrade to a DSi XL or snatch up a preowned DSi. The screens are bigger and brighter and the downloadable games have a lot of very good titles (and some pretty bad ones so read up before buying)
2. People with a means to carry the DSi XL (like women with purses)--yes that sounds so sexist but this system can't fit in a pocket as smoothly as the "junior" version. It's heavier and more likely to fall out. I suspect it will follow the general rule "the bigger the screen, the more often it'll break" But if you have the means to safely cart it around, the big screen is much easier on the eyes. It's worth the inconvenience of the larger/heavier size, but then again, I have a purse.
3. Parents of younger kids--many of the games are geared toward a younger audience and there is nothing more straightforward than a stylus touchscreen as a means of control. It's terrific to hand my DSi XL to my bored daughter when waiting in a long line.
4. Fans of atypical games--like puzzles? Word games? Brain challenges? Interactive cooking instructions? This is the system for you. The selection of games is strong and many are addictive. The "typical" game library is excellent too but don't expect that high-resolution, online multiplayer experience with voice support to be the majority of your gaming experience on this system.
5. Fan of Nintendo games but wish they were easier to see--you don't have to have visual problems to appreciate a larger screen. Many a TV buyer has wished they bought one size up.
In summary, the DSi XL is a great choice if you want a larger screen, portable system (with a means to carry it), and access to a wide variety of games, puzzlers, and atypical applications. I really like mine. The DSi XL is an access gaming system. Like the Wii, it's not intended to wow the gaming world; it's supposed to broaden it.
I am going to be honest when i say i really wanted the BURGUNDY colored DSi XL. However, when i stopped by my local Toys R Us today, there weren't any on display. I couldn't imagine myself walking around with a Pink DSi XL. I'm a guy after all! Hahaha
This is an extremely well built device. One can feel the quality when the device is in your hand (Even though it says Made in China on the back). After all, this is Nintendo & they always deliver. I never upgraded to the DSi and i am so glad i held off because i didn't want to sacrifice my DS Lite and lose out on all my GB Advance games. I have been waiting for this device ever since i heard it was coming out last holiday and it's finally arrived in the US. I am beyond pleased with my upgrade. For anyone who is debating on whether they should shell out the money for the DSi XL - I would recommend that you do yourself a favor & UPGRADE! For the two huge screens alone, it's totally worth it. I still kept my DS Lite because I do enjoy the backwards capability of the GBA games. It would have been nice if the GBA slot was incorporated in the fourth-generation DS, but its not.
The main attraction of the DSi XL is OBVIOUSLY the two HUGE screens. All the DS games look absolutely GORGEOUS on this thing. All the games look exactly the same as they do on the original DS except they're all enlarged to accommodate the bigger screens. Yes, the blocks/pixels (Whatever you wanna call it) do look a bit more noticeable, but then again it did as well on the original DS. You'll notice it at first, but after a few seconds of playing you'll find yourself completely immersed in your game to even notice something so minor.
I have the bronze version and the only thing that is bronze is the side accent chrome and the back. The cover is a matte finish and yes, it's a finger magnet, but it has a sheik Manhattan trendy look to it (Very Fashion Forward). However, the cover and the inside look more like a charcoal grey and black more then it does brown or bronze. Even with my lamp turned on right next to the XL, it looks like black. It's still a very portable gaming device on the go. Despite what reviewers are saying, it's still a pocket friendly device and its easy to just throw in a purse, bag, or backpack on your way to work. Its exquisite use for a train ride, a plane ride, a scroll around Central Park, or when traveling abroad and you need a good diversion to keep yourself entertained.
Just when everyone thought thin was in for technology, Nintendo does a complete u-turn and marches to the beat of their own drum.
Pros:
Good quality sturdy build
Internet Browser
Ninety-Three Percent Larger Screens (Absolutely gorgeous)
New Interface (Not for DSi users though)
Music Player (I wish it had a video player)
Three Built in Games (Brain Age Math, Brian Age Arts, & some photo thingy)
DSi Shop (This is probably the future of gaming where everything is digital downloads)
Cons:
No video player
Micro card (I'd prefer Micro SD)
No Dictionary (I think the Japanese & UK versions had a built in dictionary)
It arrived in great condition, it seemed like new. DSi worked out of the box, no problems with charging the battery, and after calibration the touch screen was on point. Very satisfied with this seller.
As for the DSi XL itself, I quite like it. The other DS models before the XL (that being the Original, the Lite, and the DSi) were all too small for me to comfortably use, in addition to having very small screens that made using them a challenge. While the lack of a GBA port is definitely a point against this model, the larger size and larger screens has made this my go-to way to revisit my DS collection. The screens are the selling point here, because unlike the 3DS, which seems to make DS games a little blurry, the DSi XL screen doesn't have this issue and the image comes out looking perfect and crisp.
Otherwise it is quite comfortable to hold, buttons are the right middle ground between being clicky and soft to press. The only thing I'm not a fan of is the glossy surface of the top of the DSi XL, which will get smudged very quickly.
Aside from this, I have no regrets getting this, as this has become my default device for playing my old DS games.
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2022
It arrived in great condition, it seemed like new. DSi worked out of the box, no problems with charging the battery, and after calibration the touch screen was on point. Very satisfied with this seller.
As for the DSi XL itself, I quite like it. The other DS models before the XL (that being the Original, the Lite, and the DSi) were all too small for me to comfortably use, in addition to having very small screens that made using them a challenge. While the lack of a GBA port is definitely a point against this model, the larger size and larger screens has made this my go-to way to revisit my DS collection. The screens are the selling point here, because unlike the 3DS, which seems to make DS games a little blurry, the DSi XL screen doesn't have this issue and the image comes out looking perfect and crisp.
Otherwise it is quite comfortable to hold, buttons are the right middle ground between being clicky and soft to press. The only thing I'm not a fan of is the glossy surface of the top of the DSi XL, which will get smudged very quickly.
Aside from this, I have no regrets getting this, as this has become my default device for playing my old DS games.