Nintendo DSi with Mario & Luigi Bundle - White

by Nintendo

Product Features

• Connect wirelessly to browse the internet, share photos and play with others, and access your music in the AAC format off any standard SD Card
• Classic white DSi bundled with the single player action RPG adventure game Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story
• Download exclusive games, clocks and calendars via the Nintendo DSi Shop
• Take pictures using either an inward or outward facing camera and chose from 11 different lenses to customize your shots

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B003CX4I14
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 7.5 x 2.9 inches ; 2 pounds
• Media: Video Game
• Release Date: April 25, 2010
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #14,076 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #28 in Video Games > Nintendo DS > Hardware > Consoles

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

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.

Handheld Console Choices

	Nintendo 3DS View larger	Nintendo DSi/DSi XL View larger	PSP View larger	PSPgo View larger	PlayStation Vita View larger
Suggested Retail Price (prices may vary)	$169.99	$149.99/$169.99	$149.99	$199.99	$249.99 - $299.99 (February 2012)
Display	Dual screen: upper - 3.53" LCD, lower - 3.02" LCD touch screen	Dual screen, backlit, 3.25"/4.2", LCD with 256 x 192 resolution	4.3" full transparent	3.8" full transparent	5" OLED multi-touch screen
Internal Usable Memory	64 MB	NA	64 MB	16 GB	TBD
External Media Storage	SD memory card	SD memory card	Sony Memory Stick Duo	Memory stick micro	New proprietary "NVG" flash cards
Size	5.3" (l) x 2.9" (w) x 0.8" (h)	5.4" (w) x 2.9" (l) x 0.74" (h) / 6.3" (w) x 3.6" (l) x 0.84" (h)	6.7 (w) x 2.7" (w) x 0.7" (h)	5.0 (w) x 2.71" (h) x 0.65" (d)	7.2 (l) x 3.3" (w) x 0.73" (d)
Weight	8 oz.	7.5/11.1 oz.	6.7 oz.	5.5 oz.	TBD
Colors	Aqua Blue, Flaming Red, Cosmo Black	7.5 oz.	Piano black (other colors via bundles)	Piano black, Pearl white	Black (other colors to follow)
Backwards Compatibility	Plays most DS and DSi games	Plays all DS games	Plays all PSP games in UMD format, or available via download; also plays downloadable PS1 games for PSP	Plays all PSP games available via download and PS1 games for PSP	Plays all PSP games available via download and PS1 games for PSP
Wireless Communications	Supports local Nintendo wireless connectivity between devices and IEEE802.11 b/g Wi-Fi connectivity	Supports local Nintendo wireless connectivity between devices and IEEE802.11 b/g Wi-Fi connectivity	Local ad hoc connectivity between PSP devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options	Local ad hoc connectivity between PSP devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options	3G support in one or two hardware releases; standard ad hoc connectivity between devices and infrastructure Wi-Fi connection options in both
Online Media Portal	Nintendo eShop	Nintendo DSi Shop	PlayStation Network	PlayStation Network	PlayStation Network
Streaming Video	Netflix*	No	PSN movie rentals, and other video content	PSN movie rentals, and other video content	PSN movie rentals, and other video content
Internet Browser	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in	Built-in
Console Integration	Yes, with Wii	Yes, with Wii	Yes, with PS3	Yes, with PS3	Yes, with PS3
Game Media	Game card and digital download	Game card and digital download	UMD disc and digital download	Digital download	Digital download, alternate media TBD
Online Multiplayer	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Local Wireless Multiplayer	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Estimated Battery Life	3-8 hrs	3-14 hrs	4-6 hours	4-6 hours	TBD
Input Method	Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons, circle pad, motion/gyro sensor	Touch screen, face and shoulder buttons	Analog stick, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons	Analog stick, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons	Front and rear touch inputs, 2 analog sticks, D-pad, face buttons and shoulder buttons
Digital Camera(s)	3 (0.3 megapixels); 3D capabilities	2 (0.3 megapixels)	No	No	2
Built-in Microphone	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Graphic Quality	Top adjustable 3D screen - 800 x 240 resolution; lower screen - 320 x 240 resolution	256 x 192 resolution	480 x 272 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)	480 x 272 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)	960 x 544 resolution (16:9 aspect ratio)
General Game Price Range	Standard: $19.99 - $39.99 Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99	Standard: $19.99 - $39.99 Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99	Standard: $19.99 - $39.99 Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99	Standard: $19.99 - $39.99 Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99	Standard: $19.99 - $39.99 Downloads: $1.99 - $4.99

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.

* Existing Netflix unlimited membership account required.

Product Description

Includes: White Nintendo DSi System w/Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story game pack, Nintendo DSi AC Adapter, Nintendo DSi Stylus (2), Easy Start Guide and Manuals (Basic & Controls), Support Booklet.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

23 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mario & Bowser, April 25, 2010

By 

Michael Kerner "Michael Kerner" (Brooklyn, New York U.S.A.) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Nintendo DSi with Mario & Luigi Bundle - White (Video Game)

With all the hype around the Nintendo DSi, many gamers have found this past year a new and great way to play their favorite games on the go. Nevertheless, with all the kinds of games out there, and many different version of the DS out there like the DS LIte, and the new Nintendo DSi XL, it is honestly very hard to choose which one is the best for you to master. But for those whom just want a great game to master with the DS immediately, they can have one with this brand new Nintendo DSi bundle pack, with one of last year's great Nintendo DS games, Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story. Well, is this bundle pack worth the effort, absolutely if you're a hard core Mario fan, and here is why.

The new Nintendo DSi bundle pack with Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story is a strong and challenging game, as you play with you favorite 2 plumbers Mario & Luigi, as you go inside the madness of Bowser, and something that he has eaten, which has caused him to be sick. As you play with the game, you also encounter numerous enemies, and you also get Bowser in on the action as he tackles foes you couldn't even dare to believe you're playing against. The graphics are good, and the control is very simple.

Nevertheless, the Nintendo DSi has a lot more to offer in terms with the system. Aside from this game, the system plays all your favorite Nintendo DS titles like Mario Kart DS and Brain Age, and also you can also choose to download other great games through the Nintendo DSi Shop like Art Style: Base 10, Pharaoh Pinball, Dr. Mario Express and many other great titles. You can also take great pictures on the go too, and send them online via facebook to share with your favorite friends and online buddies with the DSi's camera, as you can not just make funny photos, you can change their color to black & white, share them by adding flowers and other things, as well as record messages. You can also play music that is stored on a SD card which is where you can store all your saved photos and shared memory. It is very easy to operate and definitely well-worth the effort.

Yet with all the great things the Nintendo DSi can do, there are honestly a few disadvantages with this versionof the Nintendo DSi. The first one is that you have the same flaws if you've bought the Nintendo DSi alone. The first one is that you can't play Game Boy Advance games on the system, and certain add-ons that were designed originally for the Nintendo DS. If you've bought the Nintendo DS Rumble Pak or GBA games like Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Brother 3 and Legend Of Zelda: Link's Four Swords Adventure, you honestly will not be able to play those games here. The second disadvantage is that you definitely is the music playback compatability. If you've downloaded a song that is in MP3 or WMA (Windows Media Audio) format, you won't be able to play it back. You'd have to burn it to a CD or DVD, and then rip it into the lesser-known AAC format which is the only format capable for playback on the Nintendo DSi.

Despite those few flaws, the Nintendo DSi is still a fun and enjoyable game system for anyone whom wants great gaming on the go. If you're interested in the Nintendo DSi XL, but want a game with it instead because it is cheaper, than you definitely are better off with this Nintendo DSi bundle pack with Mario & Luigi: Bowser's Inside Story. I absoluteloy recommend the Nintendo DSi because thereis so much excitement to offer, and the gameplay is just as fun that only Nintendo can deliver where the Sony PSP can't show for its hard core gamers.

Graphics: A

Sound: A-

Control: B+

Fun & Enjoyment: B+

Nintendo DSi: B+

Overall: B+

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome present for 5-year old gamer!, August 2, 2010

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Avid Shopper "Mom of 2 boys" (Redmond, WA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Nintendo DSi with Mario & Luigi Bundle - White (Video Game)

My son just got this for his 5th birthday and he LOVES it! Previously he had the Leapster 2, which was a lot of fun for him, but the DSi obviously blows that away. He's still a bit young to take advantage of the full capabilities of the DSi (internet, camera, etc), but we chose this model with the hopes of being able to hang onto it a few years longer before needing to upgrade. Ignoring all the awesome game aspects of the DSi, I really like the fact that the DSi is a lot more comfortable for him to hold and play since it's so much lighter and smaller. It is a little difficult finding age-appropriate games for him, but we've found a handful and are very happy with this purchase!

10 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great value, May 9, 2010

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bcas400g "bcas400g" (Charlotte, nc) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Nintendo DSi with Mario & Luigi Bundle - White (Video Game)

This is a great value. for the price of a single DSi you also get Mario and Luigi / Bowswer's inside story. The game alone is one of the best sellers on Amazon, and there is a reason. It is GREAT. lots of cool humor and RPG elements and it's never dull. You actually get the game in it's retail case too, not just the cartridge packed in a special wrapper. Nice touch Nintendo!

The DSi is an improvement over the DS Lite. Screens are brighter and a little bigger. The cameras are a nice addition. Hopefully more games will arrive soon that utilize them. However the DSi comes with a nice photo manager/manipulator to goof around with your pics.

There are some nice little applications included and overall I am pleased with the purchase. One minor gripe is the box you see on the description is a glued container. So you will pretty much destroy the main box getting getting to the DSi and the Game. As I said before the game and DSi are both in their standard retail boxes, inside the bundle box.

So, if you already have a DS Lite and are looking to upgrade, I say go for it.