The new, improved Nintendo DS Lite is worth the cost of the upgrade for fans of the original DS portable gaming device. It retains all the qualities that made the DS so much fun, and the bright new screens make a significant difference in the look of the games.
Read the full review →Heads up! A newer version of this product is out!
81
Ars Technica says:
quote
Read the full review →
If you're a casual gamer or a hardcore fan who takes your portable everywhere, you'll like the way your games play and look on the DS Lite. It doesn't take long to get spoiled by the improved screen and smaller size. quote
Read the full review →
90-Day Price History
Critic reviews
sort by
Are these changes worth an upgrade? Easily. If you're a casual gamer or a hardcore fan who takes your portable everywhere, you'll like the way your games play and look on the DS Lite. It doesn't take long to get spoiled by the improved screen and smaller size.
Read the full review →With a slick new design, brighter screens, and a growing library of fun and innovative games, the Nintendo DS Lite is an impressive improvement over the original DS.
Read the full review →The new console is definitely a thumbs up, its new refined style should now pit it against Sony's more style conscious PSP, but with a quirkier selection of games and a price tag under a £100 means it’s a slice of gaming excellence.
Read the full review →Despite all of its innovative features and games, time hasn't been very kind to the Nintendo DS.
Read the full review →
Vinnymac
I have owned all the versions of the Nintendo DS, and used them rigorously. They are durable consoles. They have one of the biggest libraries for games. The battery life is great, especially the DS Lite. The Graphics are fine, especially for the time period. Maybe today's standards are different,...
Read the full review →
ecolindsay
Compact, portable and is in my pocket or bag on every trip (I have to take it out of my bag when school is in session, do I teach or play games? Sometimes a tough decision. *wink*). Yes, there is a lot of "shovelware" and games for children, but that's probably true for PCs too....
Read the full review →
Arielrowan
After playing on a borrowed one I decided to purchase my own. I have about 10 games and 5 I play consistently. I like that it is portable and can fit into my purse. It starts fairly quickly which makes it easy to use while waiting for the bus or train. The color options are pretty neat too, I...
Read the full review →How it stacks up
Instantly compare the Nintendo DS Lite side by side with some of the top devices on gdgt!
Compare these-
Nintendo DS Lite 81 from $99 -
Sony PlayStation Vita (NGP, PSP 2) 87 from $247 -
Nintendo 3DS XL (LL) 82 from $179 -
Nintendo 3DS 72 from $159 -
Sony PlayStation Portable PSP-2000… 79 from $115
Other Nintendo consoles (portable)
-
Nintendo 3DS XL (LL) 82 from $179 -
Nintendo 3DS 72 from $159 -
Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP 84 from $250 -
Nintendo Game Boy Color from $198 -
Nintendo DSi 80 from $113
Don't forget to check out these other devices by Nintendo, you might find something good!