The Nintendo DS was a major leap in handheld gaming standards, not only thanks to its signature dual screens, but the introduction of a touchscreen and generally better processing power. This, ...

Oscar Gonzalez is a Texas native who covered video games, conspiracy theories, misinformation and cryptocurrency. Back in 2004, Nintendo created the progenitor of the current crop of portable gaming ...

The Nintendo DS may have been an enormous success in its era, but it didn’t start that way when the system launched in November 2004. The touchscreen handheld's launch was pretty atrocious, especially ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. Mario Kart DS is celebrating its 20-year anniversary today, November 14, 2025. Below, we examine how the fan community has kept the game alive, and ...