Hey guys, I know I know, I'm a noob and what not, I still dont know much about the ds scene seeing as how I got my first ds lite yesterday when someone gave it to me for free, all I have is the actual handheld and the charger. What is the process for playing backups on this ds? Ive done all kinds of stuff with the wii. Is it the same level of work? I've heard of this Acekard 2 which will supposedly let me load backups off of a micro sd. Where can I learn all this crucial information I need to know to play backup games without screwing myself and buying stuff I dont actually need.
It all depends on if you want to use MicroSD cards larger than 2GB, and if you have a DSi or DS Lite. If you fine with 2GB or less and have a DS Lite, you can get a R4 from ShopTemp for $6. Thanks to Wood R4, this has excellent compatibilty and is a steal. If you want to use MicroSD cards larger than 2GB or have a DSi, get an Acekard 2i. Although it's the DSi version, it also works on the DS Lite. This will allow you to also use it on a DSi/ DSi XL if you later upgrade, there's also a chance it may work on the 3DS (to play DS games) as it's internal firmware can be updated.
While carts such as the DSTWO are better, they are also more expensive. Main advantage is that has an additional processor built in which will allow you to emulate GameBoy Advance games, and also has a real time save. If you want the realtime save, but aren't fussed about GBA emulation you can get the cheaper DSONEi This doesn't have the built in processor like the DSTWO.
I have a comprehensive guide to using Wood R4 here and a similar guide for the Acekard here
While carts such as the DSTWO are better, they are also more expensive. Main advantage is that has an additional processor built in which will allow you to emulate GameBoy Advance games, and also has a real time save. If you want the realtime save, but aren't fussed about GBA emulation you can get the cheaper DSONEi This doesn't have the built in processor like the DSTWO.
I have a comprehensive guide to using Wood R4 here and a similar guide for the Acekard here
I suggest the DSONE(i) and the DSTWO. If you want to know anything about them, pose your questions in these topics
DSONE(i) FAQ
DSTWO Discussion
EDIT: links got messed up. Fixed now.
DSONE(i) FAQ
DSTWO Discussion
EDIT: links got messed up. Fixed now.
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