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Who does the Nintendo DSi XL actually appeal to?
Are you tempted to buy Nintendo's fourth hand-held model?
Written by Steven Williamson, 27 January 2010
Going by the name of DSi XL, the fourth hand-held model from the Nintendo camp is due to launch this year, but with over 100 million DS units already in circulation across the Globe who is actually going to buy this latest revision?
Nintendo's hand-held began life as a chunky, fairly unattractive grey brick that was cast aside by many as soon as the sexier, sleeker Lite version arrived. The DSi was next to arrive and brought with it some feature enhancements and aesthetic changes. Finally the latest model, the DSi XL, is due to launch in Europe in March this year, but aside from its size it's virtually identical to its predecessor.
DS features have evolved since the first incarnation with the introduction of a camera with the DSi model, improved sound, SD card support and so on, but the DSi XL is exactly the same as the DSi in terms of functionality, so why pay a higher premium for this new model?
The width and length of the DSi XL is bigger than the original DS, but its depth is smaller (approx 6.5mm.) The screens of the DSi XL now measure 4.2 inches, a feature that is said to make the games more pleasing to the eye than past models. The stylus is also bigger, 4mm more than the stylus that comes with the DSi, and it's also thicker.
Who needs a DSi XL?
The DSi XL launched in Japan in November and some of the earlier adverts suggested that Nintendo was targeting the older generation, perhaps those whose eyesight isn't as good as it used to be, or those who may find it hard to fit their arthritis-ridden fingers around the slim DSi stylus. There's no doubt that the bigger screen and bigger stylus may make it more attractive to casual fun-loving OAPs. That's despite Nintendo refuting the claim that it's targeting old folk; it says the DSi XL is for everyone.
There is some substance to Nintendo's argument though, because the DSi XL does have appeal to other sections of society too. The bulky size means that it's not practical to carry around, and it's not as "stylish" to look at as a DSi or DS Lite, so it's likely that you're not going to see many kids with a DSi XL in the playground, or on the school bus; it's just not that cool-looking. However, in the comfort of home, away from playground taunts, the large screen is certainly going to be easier on the eye which could be a real blessing for those long gaming sessions. The larger stylus may also be the perfect companion for the more hardened DS gamer. We've suffered with aching fingers on numerous occasions through dragging Zelda back and force for hours on end.
Due to its size, it's reasonable to suggest that the DSi XL has been designed specifically for playing at home, and one of its features reflects this view the "improved view angle on the screens." This could appeal to gaming couples, those who perhaps enjoy playing puzzles games together if it means they'll no longer have to crane their necks to get a peak at the main player's screen then its inclusion is a welcome one. The improved view angles also make local multiplayer gaming more attractive. The likes of Mario Party would be much better to play with on a larger screen with everyone gathered around taking turns rather than having to pass the DS around.
The good news for potentially strong Nintendo DSi XL sales doesn't stop there either. We're forever dropping the DS stylus down the side of our settees because our manly sausage fingers struggle to pinch and retain the grip on its small girth. This larger stylus and larger screen could be the ideal solution for all clumsy, fat-fingered DS players, giving them more control over their movements.
When the DSi XL was first announced we thought Nintendo was crazy, but as we should have known, there's always method to its madness. With a bit of thought we've uncovered that this new model does actually warrant its existence and could, and probably will, sell very well for Nintendo.
So: if you're a sausage-fingered, short-sighted OAP that likes the odd puzzle game; a hardcore DS geek who never leaves the house; part of a gaming couple that likes to share the odd puzzle in bed together; or a close-nit family unit who enjoys casual gaming and is sick to death of jumping about playing on your Wii, then the DSi XL could be right up your street.
The DSi XL is due to launch in the UK on March 5, 2010.Tempted?
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