TheChuckster has updated his StellaDS Atari 2600 emulator for the Nintendo DS.

I integrated chism's FAT file I/O library into StellaDS to add the much needed support for high capacity flash memory devices. Create a directory called stellads in the root directory of your device and stash all of your ROMs in there. No need to recompile to get new ROMs! The buggy, awkward GBFS approach is no longer in use. Also, the menu now supports a near-infinite amount of ROMs thanks to the wonders of std::vector. Scrolling beyond the list works now as well. Directory traversal has not yet been implemented, however, so don't try selecting the dotted file names at the beginning of the list.

Included in the StellaDS download is a sample stellads ROM directory that you can copy onto your memory card to try out some free, public-domain Atari 2600 ROMs. Report any bugs to me via e-mail or on the forum, and have fun playing Adventure on your DS once again!

Download: [StellaDS v0.6]

Lino has released v1.0.0.7 of his Nintendo DS emulator for the PC, IdeaS. This latest version has added improvements like the touchscreen (now DSLINUX keyboard works) and the management of the plugins. Lino has also Added the plugins for the recording the avi.

Download: [IdeaS v1.0.0.7]

doublec has released a new version of DSEmu, version 0.4.10. DSEmu is an open source Nintendo DS Emulator, originally written and released by Imran Nazar under the BSD license. This program allows a user to test and debug homebrew code without having to constantly transfer the freshly compiled code to your NDS. Changes in this release include:

- Sprite support fixed. Homebrew demos with sprites should now start to work.
- Support for some 8 bit graphics modes with palletes.
- Fixed crash that occurred occasionally in mode 5 rendering.
- Workaround for a thumb emulation bug that occurs with devkitpro r17 compiled programs (to be fixed properly in 0.4.11).

[Download: here]

Yopyop has just released his newest version, v0.0.2, of DesmuME. DesmuME is a Nintnendo DS emulator that runs on your PC, thus allowing you to run NDS related games and applications. His new version supports partial CARD_REG implementation allowing new demos to be playable.

Download: [DesmuME v0.0.2]

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Google Video has a new Metriod Prime: Hunters commercial posted up. Based on the stunning 3D revision of the Metroid series by Retro Studios, Hunters features first-person action controlled largely with the DS stylus. The game also features multiplayer gameplay. Multiple control schemes take full advantage of the touch screen, giving all gamers an ideal way to play. The top screen displays the main game action in 3D, while the bottom screen doubles as a map and as a control "mouse pad" for the stylus. Metroid Prime: Huntes is scheduled for release on Monday, so get ready!

Check out the video [here].

Nintendo has put out some new screenshots for their upcoming DS title, Brain Age. Brain Age presents players with a series of fun mental brain-training challenges that incorporate word memorization, counting and reading. It even includes sudoku number puzzles, which have become extremely popular features in newspapers around the country.

 The distinctive touch screen of Nintendo DS lets users write their responses, just as though they were using a PDA. Players even turn the Nintendo DS sideways to make it feel more familiar, like a book. The more often users challenge themselves, the better they become at the tasks and the lower their estimated DS "brain age."

Nintendo's wireless gaming service has hit an all- time gaming record of 1 million unique users, in less than four months in operation.

 

Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection lets Nintendo DS owners log on free* to compete or interact in a variety of games, from racing in Mario Kart DS to community-building in Animal Crossing: Wild World. The 1 millionth user was a player in Japan, who logged on to play Animal Crossing: Wild World.

 

Laurent Fischer, Marketing Director for Nintendo of Europe commented:

"We are delighted to have experienced such a high take-up of our Wi-Fi Connection service in such a short period of time. The accessibility of the service is a key factor in its success - we have made Wi-Fi gaming simple and affordable to everyone."

 

This month European gamers will be able to enjoy a number of Wi-Fi enabled games from Nintendo for Nintendo DS. Animal Crossing: Wild World launches across Europe on 31st March and invites players to experience a relaxing second life with friends from all over the world. Tetris DS launches on 21st April and adds a twist to the addictive puzzle game. Up to four players can compete against friends or strangers, near or far, in any of the games multiple modes. Tetris DS also features multiple modes themed with retro Nintendo characters and music. Metroid Prime Hunters, which launches on 5th May, allows players to battle with others around the world using Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection. This is a riveting first person shooter that lets players choose from a variety of characters and weapons, with extensive replay options.

 

Atlus, a leading publisher of interactive entertainment, today announced the acquisition of the North American publishing
rights to Contact, an action role-playing game for the Nintendo DS. Developed in Japan by Marvelous Interactive Inc., Contact is scheduled for release in the summer of 2006.

 

"Contact is the rare breed of quirky RPG that attracts a rabid fanbase with its whacked-out story, setting, and characters," said Tomm Hulett, Project Lead for Atlus U.S.A., Inc. "I'm excited that gamers will be able to spread the fever to thousands of others with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection."

 

Read all the details at the link below.

 

Nintendo has finally put out the full fact sheet for their upcoming Nintendo DS platformer, Super Princess Peach. The fact sheet goes into a little more detail on various aspects of the game, including a breif storyline layout, characters and special moves. Super Princess Peach is due to be released early next week, so hopefully this will help you to decide if this game is for you! Read the full fact sheet at the link below.

 

Bowser's up to no good again, but this time it's Peach to the rescue.

 

• Bowser's finally gotten wise and kidnapped Mario, figuring that since he's the guy who normally does the rescuing, no one will be around to rescue him. He's in for a big surprise, though, because Peach is armed (with a parasol) and dangerous.
• Besides whacking Bowser's minions with her parasol, Peach can channel emotional vibes into special abilities: floating through the air when she's happy, burning through bridges when she's mad or making vegetation grow with her tears.
• Join the princess as she runs, jumps, floats and fights her way through eight worlds to where Mario's being held.