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Why I like the DS
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Musashi Wins! said:
You took the words right out of my mouth. I have good things to say about the DS, but I just can't here. I can't! It's like if all your friends liked animal sex, and after much badgering you finally admitted that, yeah, sheep do look hot sometimes. What kind of mindset am I agreeing with here?! *shudder*
Drinky Crow
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Drinky, you're off topic
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DIrtyWeasel
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Lies.Piepz said:I like my DS with SuperCard, because I can play all released games
Kirby: Canvas Curse, Ultimate Spiderman, Pokemon Dash, The Sims 2, SD Gundam: G Generation DS, Splinter Cell: Chaos Theory... don't work.
I'm too lazy too actually calculate, but here's the formulae:
Pixels per inch (PPI) or pixel density is a measurement of the resolution of a computer display, related to the size of the display in inches and the total number of pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions. This measurement is often referred to as dots per inch, though that measurement more accurately refers to the resolution of a computer printer. PPI may also be used to describe the resolution of an image scanner or digital camera; in this context, it is synonymous with samples per inch.
Typical circa-2000 cathode ray tube computer displays are generally capable of 72 to 130 pixels per inch. For example, a display that is 11 inches wide by 8.5 inches high, capable of a maximum 1024 by 768 pixel resolution, can display about 93 PPI in both the horizontal and vertical directions. This figure is determined by dividing width (or height) of the display area in pixels, by width (or height) of the display area in inches. It is possible for a display's horizontal and vertical PPI measurements to be different. The apparent PPI of a monitor depends upon the screen resolution (that is, number of pixels) in use; a monitor in 800 by 600 mode has a lower PPI than the same monitor at 1024 by 768 mode. The dot pitch of a computer display determines the absolute limit of possible pixel density.
The measure of pixel density is useful for calibrating a monitor with a printer; software can use the PPI measurement to display a document at "actual size" on the screen.
PPI could also broadly describe the resolution, in pixels, of an image to be printed within a specified space. For instance, a 100x100-pixel image that is printed in a 1-inch square could be said to have 100 pixels per inch, regardless of the printer's DPI capability. Used in this way, the measurement is only meaningful when printing an image. Good quality photographs usually require 300 pixels per inch when printed. It has been observed that the human eye can generally not differentiate detail beyond 300 PPI, however this figure is often contested and should be used as a rule of thumb.
Pixels per inch (PPI) or pixel density is a measurement of the resolution of a computer display, related to the size of the display in inches and the total number of pixels in the horizontal and vertical directions. This measurement is often referred to as dots per inch, though that measurement more accurately refers to the resolution of a computer printer. PPI may also be used to describe the resolution of an image scanner or digital camera; in this context, it is synonymous with samples per inch.
Typical circa-2000 cathode ray tube computer displays are generally capable of 72 to 130 pixels per inch. For example, a display that is 11 inches wide by 8.5 inches high, capable of a maximum 1024 by 768 pixel resolution, can display about 93 PPI in both the horizontal and vertical directions. This figure is determined by dividing width (or height) of the display area in pixels, by width (or height) of the display area in inches. It is possible for a display's horizontal and vertical PPI measurements to be different. The apparent PPI of a monitor depends upon the screen resolution (that is, number of pixels) in use; a monitor in 800 by 600 mode has a lower PPI than the same monitor at 1024 by 768 mode. The dot pitch of a computer display determines the absolute limit of possible pixel density.
The measure of pixel density is useful for calibrating a monitor with a printer; software can use the PPI measurement to display a document at "actual size" on the screen.
PPI could also broadly describe the resolution, in pixels, of an image to be printed within a specified space. For instance, a 100x100-pixel image that is printed in a 1-inch square could be said to have 100 pixels per inch, regardless of the printer's DPI capability. Used in this way, the measurement is only meaningful when printing an image. Good quality photographs usually require 300 pixels per inch when printed. It has been observed that the human eye can generally not differentiate detail beyond 300 PPI, however this figure is often contested and should be used as a rule of thumb.
so far according to my math GBM has 40000 pixels per sqaure inch while PSP has 16,623 pixels per square inch. GBM has a total screen surface area of .96" sq. (1.2"x.8") with a total pixel count of 38,400 pixels while the PSP has a total screen surface area of 7.854" sq. (3.74" x 2.1") and a total pixel count 130,560. If anyone wants to double check my math feel free as I've had a migrain all day.
the PSP has over triple the pixel count but over 8 times the screen real estate. the GBM has a better pixel density.
the PSP has over triple the pixel count but over 8 times the screen real estate. the GBM has a better pixel density.
Castlevania DoS sucks, but I like the DS for other reasons.
1) Advance Wars DS
2) Pheonix Wright
3) Trauma Center
4) Jump Superstars
5) Lost in Blue
All excellent, addictive games.
Soon, two more games will be added to my list of awesome DS games. Their awesomeness will be even more awesome thanks to Nintendo's Wi-Fi Connection:
-Animal Crossing WW
- Mario Kart DS
1) Advance Wars DS
2) Pheonix Wright
3) Trauma Center
4) Jump Superstars
5) Lost in Blue
All excellent, addictive games.
Soon, two more games will be added to my list of awesome DS games. Their awesomeness will be even more awesome thanks to Nintendo's Wi-Fi Connection:
-Animal Crossing WW
- Mario Kart DS
i haven't had cause to do any math in years. this is kind of fun. here's how i figure it:
if i'm applying the pythagorean theorem correctly, then the area of a rectangle is the diagonal squared and divided by two. and you obviously get the number of pixels on a screen by multiplying the vertical resolution by the horizontal resolution.
psp screen area: 9.245 square inches
gb micro screen area: 2 square inches
psp total pixels: 130,560
gbm total pixels: 38,400
psp pixels/sq. in.: ~14,122
gbm pixels/sq. in.: 19,200
if i'm applying the pythagorean theorem correctly, then the area of a rectangle is the diagonal squared and divided by two. and you obviously get the number of pixels on a screen by multiplying the vertical resolution by the horizontal resolution.
psp screen area: 9.245 square inches
gb micro screen area: 2 square inches
psp total pixels: 130,560
gbm total pixels: 38,400
psp pixels/sq. in.: ~14,122
gbm pixels/sq. in.: 19,200
come to think of it, i have no clue how to get a screen's area from a diagonal measurement. maybe you can't get a screen's area just from a diagonal measurement. my calculations would only be correct if the psp and gb micro screens were perfectly square. which they aren't. 
Izzy said:
If you haven't been playing the Castlevania series consistently since 1997, then it is an excellent game.
However, if you have, you quickly realize it's the same shit you've been playing for 8 years, and the whole experience is quite forgettable.
The new PS2 game, CoD, isn't that great, but when compared to CV
oS I find it much more enjoyable. At least it presents us with something that isn't stale as fuck.EDIT: And yes that new Mario and Luigi game looks great... Though I must admit, I never finished the first one.
you are not applying it correctly. 4.3" and 2" are the diagonal measurements. We also know the aspect ratio (also needed for the calculation). the PSP screen is 16:9 and the GBM screen is 3:2. applying the reverse of the pythagorean theorm (where (x*horizontal aspect)^2 + (x*vertical aspect)^2 = diagonal measurement ^2) you arrive at x which you then multiply times the respective horizontal and vertical aspects. you then can multiply true horizontal and vertical widths to come up with surface area.drohne said:
Rocket Punch
Member
It's made by Nintendo.
It has all of Nintendo's franchises,
This alone makes it infinitely superior to the competition.
Third Party support has been also excellent.
It is unique and different.
Touching is good.
I <3 DS.
It has all of Nintendo's franchises,
This alone makes it infinitely superior to the competition.
Third Party support has been also excellent.
It is unique and different.
Touching is good.
I <3 DS.
The great part about the DS is that even with the standard A Nintendo games (and some third party gems) like
Super Mario 64
Mario Kart DS
Advance Wars: Dual Strike
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow
Nintendogs
Super Mario Bros.
Jump Super Stars
Animal Crossing: Wild World
Final Fantasy III
Mario and Luigi: Partners in Time
Ouendan
Sonic Rush
Magical Vacation
Pokemon Pearl and Diamond
Metroid Prime: Hunters
Zelda DS
Bleach DS (c'mon, online Bleach)
it also has a terrific supporting lineup of B games, ranging from almost A games, to great games for $20.
-Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
-Lost in Blue
-Meteos
-Kirby: Canvas Curse
-Adult Brain Training
-Tony Hawk's American Wasteland
-Viewtiful Joe Double Trouble
-Snowboard Kids DS
-Wario Ware Touched
-That game with 42 real life games just released in Japan
-Elektroplankton
-Super Princess Peach
-Pokemon Dungeon
-Metroid Pinball
-Otona no DS Golf
-Jam with the Band!
-Super Monkey Ball DS
-Dynasty Warriors DS
-Ultimate Brain and Card games (online)
-Slime Mori Mori Dragon Quest 2
-Resident Evil: Deadly Silence
Plus, no need to worry about firmware updates to play an already amazing GBA library.
Super Mario 64
Mario Kart DS
Advance Wars: Dual Strike
Castlevania: Dawn of Sorrow
Nintendogs
Super Mario Bros.
Jump Super Stars
Animal Crossing: Wild World
Final Fantasy III
Mario and Luigi: Partners in Time
Ouendan
Sonic Rush
Magical Vacation
Pokemon Pearl and Diamond
Metroid Prime: Hunters
Zelda DS
Bleach DS (c'mon, online Bleach)
it also has a terrific supporting lineup of B games, ranging from almost A games, to great games for $20.
-Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney
-Lost in Blue
-Meteos
-Kirby: Canvas Curse
-Adult Brain Training
-Tony Hawk's American Wasteland
-Viewtiful Joe Double Trouble
-Snowboard Kids DS
-Wario Ware Touched
-That game with 42 real life games just released in Japan
-Elektroplankton
-Super Princess Peach
-Pokemon Dungeon
-Metroid Pinball
-Otona no DS Golf
-Jam with the Band!
-Super Monkey Ball DS
-Dynasty Warriors DS
-Ultimate Brain and Card games (online)
-Slime Mori Mori Dragon Quest 2
-Resident Evil: Deadly Silence
Plus, no need to worry about firmware updates to play an already amazing GBA library.
Mad Hatter
Member
I like the DS because of all the awesome games. That's pretty much the only reason. But I DO like the touch screen and built-in in wi-fi. I could care less about the second screen.
I'm sadly disappointed with the PSP. My DS gets more love because the PSP isn't getting treated like a Sony system is supposed to be. It's a Playstation, it's supposed to have a LOT more games by now. Oh well. At least the DS has a half a dozen awesome games coming out very soon that I will definitely be buying. The PSP... well.. when does Loco Roco come out?
Released? Yes.Drinky Crow said:
Annouced? No.
Games
Nintendo DS
01 Animal Crossing: Wild World (Nintendo)
02 Bleach DS! Souten ni Kakeru Unmei (Sega/Treasure Video Games)
03 Bokujou Monotargari: Korbockle Station for Girls (Marvelous Interactive)
04 Bomberman Story (Hudson Soft)
05 Castlevania series (Konami)
06 Contact (Marvelous Interactive/Grasshopper Manufacture)
07 Digimon World (Bandai Games)
08 DSpeak (Nintendo)
09 DS Tales (Namco/Namco Tales Studio)
10 Dynasty Warriors DS (KOEI)
11 Europa Universalis II (Pocket PC Studios)
12 Final Fantasy: Crystal Chronicles DS (Square Enix)
13 Jikkyo Powerful Pro Kun Pocket 8 (Konami)
14 Lost Magic (Taito/Gakaruta Studio)
15 Mario Basket: 3-vs-3 (Nintendo/Square Enix)
16 Mario Kart DS (Nintendo)
17 Metroid Prime: Hunters (Nintendo/Nintendo Software Technology)
18 Mobile Suit Gundam (Bandai Games)
19 Momotaru Denetsu World (Hudson Soft)
20 Professional Wrestling (Spike)
21 Rune Factory: Shin Bokujou Monotargari (Marvelous Interactive)
22 Super Monkey Ball DS (SEGA)
23 Tony Hawk's American Sk8land (Activision/Vicarious Visions)
24 Top Spin 2 (2K Games/PAM Development)
25 Tenchu DS (From Software/K2 Studio)
26 Ultimate Brain Games DS (Telegames/Cosmigo)
27 Ultimate Card Games DS (Telegames/Cosmigo)
28 World Soccer Winning Eleven DS (Konami)
29 Ys Strategy (Marvelous Interactive/Nihon Falcom)
30 new Kojima Studios Productions project (Konami)
PSP
01 ATV Offroad Fury: Blazin' Trails (SCEA/Climax Studios)
02 Field Commander (Sony Online Entertainment)
03 FIFA Soccer 06 (Electronic Arts)
04 Gretzky NHL (SCEA/Page 44 Studios)
05 Madden NFL 06 (Electronic Arts)
06 MLB (SCEA/989 Sports)
07 Mortal Kombat: Deception Unchained (Midway)
08 NBA (SCEA/989 Sports)
09 NBA 06 (SCEA/989 Sports)
10 NBA Live 06 (Electronic Arts)
11 Need For Speed: Most Wanted 5-1-0 (Electronic Arts)
12 Ore no Dungeon (Climax Entertainment)
13 SOCOM US Navy SEALs: Fireteam Bravo (SCEA/Zipper Interactive)
14 Pac-Man World Rally (Namco/Namco Hometek)
15 Stacked with Daniel Negreanu (Myelin Media/5000ft)
16 Twisted Metal: Head On (SCEA/Incog Inc)
17 Untold Legends: Warrior's Code (Sony Online Entertainment)
18 World Series of Poker (Activision)
19 X-Men Legends II: Rise of Apocalypse (Activision/Vicarious Visions)
20 new MMORPG (SCEI)
21 new MMORPG based off DC Comics (Sony Online Entertainment
Publishers
Nintendo DS
01 Activision
02 Atari
03 Bandai
04 Banpresto
05 Capcom
06 Disney Interactive
07 Eletcronic Arts
08 From Software
09 Hudson Soft
10 KOEI
11 Konami
12 Majesco Games
13 Marvelous Interactive
14 Mastiff Games
15 Namco
16 Nintendo
17 Pocket PC Studios
18 SEGA
19 Spike
20 Square Enix
21 Taito
22 Take 2 Interactive
23 Telegames
24 The Pokémon Company
25 THQ
26 Ubisoft
27 Vivendi Universal Games
PSP
01 Activision
02 Climax Entertainment
03 Electronic Arts
04 Midway
05 Myelin Media
06 Namco
07 Sony Computer Entertainment
08 Sony Online Entertainment
jarrod said:snipped for the whiner
Infected has been reviewed as having infrastructure mode.
Gamespot Hands On Infected
well, I'm not liking the DS too much right now.. just got back from buying the Nintendogs bundle (for the woman), Castlevania, Phoenix Wright, Trauma Center, and Zoo Keeper........ luckily Zoo Keeper was only $10 at best buy (and single cart multiplay to boot!) damn I just spen too much money. oh, and paid for MKDS in full. can't wait until next tuesday to school your asses in some online MK.
No words yet on Nintendogs. Now this is a lovely piece of software. Not everyone's cup of tea of course, but man. What a well crafted game! It oozes with life and somehow reminded me the first time I got an Internet connection on my computer: this "it's alive!" feeling, you know 
Nintendo "Magic" Seal of Quality.
Nintendo "Magic" Seal of Quality.
elostyle said:
Sold Mario64 because I didn't like the controls and Trace memory because I finished it and it was still worth good money. No room for the metroid demo in the case
Yo what is this? 6 carts in a small tic-tac sized foldable case? Got a bigger pic or something? I might want one of these to carry around in my coat pocket
I don't really give a shit about portable gaming. In fact, i'm just looking for playing the more diverse stuff possible. My DS fullfill it's purpose right. So far i'm playing Advance Wars, Castlevania, Trauma Center and Phoenix Wright = there's no way it's my PS2 or Gamecube games that's for sure!!
And the GBA compatibility is also god blessed.
And the GBA compatibility is also god blessed.
I love the sleep function.
I can get sporadic bursts of gaming time in while watching TV, doing laundry, cooking dinner, etc. Just clap that baby closed when something comes up and pick up right where you left off. It's such a convenient feature, you'd think it would have been included in a GameBoy before now.
I can get sporadic bursts of gaming time in while watching TV, doing laundry, cooking dinner, etc. Just clap that baby closed when something comes up and pick up right where you left off. It's such a convenient feature, you'd think it would have been included in a GameBoy before now.