Why the Nintendo DS Remains the Ultimate Travel Handheld
▼ Summary
– Portable gaming is thriving with devices like the Steam Deck, Analogue Pocket, Playdate, and Nintendo Switch.
– Despite many modern options, the author recommends an older device for travel gaming.
– The recommended device for travel is the Nintendo DS.
– The article argues the Nintendo DS is a better choice for travel than current handhelds.
– The DS offers a distinct advantage for gaming on the go according to the author.
Even as rising prices threaten the affordability of new hardware, the golden age of portable gaming is in full swing. The Steam Deck has revolutionized handheld PCs, the Analogue Pocket and similar retro revivals make classic Game Boy titles feel brand new, and the Playdate has carved out a niche for delightfully strange indie games. Meanwhile, Nintendo keeps the Switch line humming along. For anyone looking to game on the go, the options are overwhelming. Yet, if you’re packing for a trip and want to bring a gaming companion, I’d argue against all of those modern marvels. The best travel handheld isn’t new at all , it’s the Nintendo DS, a device that quietly remains the ultimate companion for life on the road.
(Source: The Verge)
