Nintendo DSi XL facts for kids
The Nintendo DSi XL is a special handheld game system made by Nintendo. In Japan, it was known as the Nintendo DSi LL. It was the fourth and last version in the popular Nintendo DS series. This console was bigger and heavier than the other DS models. It also had brighter and larger screens. This made games look even better!
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What is the Nintendo DSi XL?
The Nintendo DSi XL is a portable game console. It's like a small computer just for playing games. Nintendo created it as an improved version of the Nintendo DSi. It was designed to give players a more comfortable gaming experience. The bigger screens were a key feature.
Key Features of the DSi XL
The DSi XL stood out because of its size. It had screens that were 4.2 inches wide. This was much larger than the 3.25-inch screens on the regular DSi. The console also had a wider viewing angle. This meant more people could watch someone play. It came with two styluses. One was a regular pen-like stylus. The other was a larger, more comfortable pen-style stylus.
When Was the DSi XL Released?
The Nintendo DSi XL was first launched in Japan. This happened on November 21, 2009. Later, it came to other parts of the world.
- In Europe, it arrived on March 5, 2010.
- North America got it on March 28, 2010.
- Players in Australia could buy it from April 15, 2010.
What Games Came With It?
When you bought a Nintendo DSi XL, it often came with some fun games and apps already installed. These included:
- Flipnote Studio - An app for drawing and making short animations.
- Brain Age: Math - A game to help train your brain with math puzzles.
- Brain Age: Spelling and Arts - Another brain-training game focusing on words and art.
- Photo Clock - A simple clock application that used your photos.
Changes from Older Models
Like the Nintendo DSi, the DSi XL did not have a slot for Game Boy Advance cartridges. This slot was present in the original DS and DS Lite. This meant you could only play Nintendo DS games. The DSi XL, along with the DSi and DS Lite, was eventually stopped being made in 2014.
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Kuwahara discussed DSi's creation at the 2009 Game Developers Conference.
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The Nintendo World Store in New York City hosted a launch event.
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The DSi's main and sub-printed circuit boards.
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Original DS with Lite and DSi iterations.
