Since its creation, the Nintendo DSi has witnessed a massive boost in renown over the first DS. Nintendo augmented the base model in pretty much every way imaginable; slimming it down and throwing in great functions like the dual cameras. It has taken a little time for the special applications of the DSi to be fully realised, but this is being speeded up thanks to the growing catalogue of Nintendo DSiWare games and resources being produced.

Nintendo DSiWare is the name attributed to an ever growing range of applications produced solely for the DSi, plenty of which utilise the DSi's features and so aren't compatible with the previous DS. They can be accessed speedily and easily via the DSi shop, and players spendtheir Nintendo points to download these applications.

Nintendo have offered up the creation of DSiWare applications to many 3rd party publishers, and so players can anticipate a wide variety of offerings. Agigantic back catalogue of retro and well-loved games are being released on a weekly basis, meaning DSi owners have access to a plethora of great games. A few examples are Phantasy Star, Brain challenge and the Art Style series of games.

However, even more exciting are the host of Nintendo DSiWare applications; a list of downloadables that are tailored specifically for the DSi's enhanced technology and functions. These include art and flipbook studios for more detailed customization, augmented browser and camera features and even interactive compendiums with camera synching.

As said, the catalogue of Nintendo DSiWare applications is increasing weekly, and they're helping to realize the total potential of this device. Any DSi owner shoulddefinitely check into the vast range of applications and games available- they're fun, intuitive and are very easy to download. Having said that, check out the huge list of Nintendo DSiWare features right now!