Is the DS a good system for a busy student?

Well, first off, I'm a very busy student. Right now, school alone takes up almost 11 hours of my day and add at least another hour or two to that for studying when I get home. I figure I need some sort of entertainment to keep me sane through my studies so would the DS be the right system for me? I normally game on my 360 and PC but I understand that I really have no time for that. I'm just looking for a system that I can pick up and play for maybe a half an hour to an hour without getting addicted but also keeping me both relaxed and fun.

Also what games do you recommend me picking up for a person in my situation with the "pick up and play" mentality? I'm looking right now to only two and maybe three titles. I think Pokemon Diamond is a definite purchase for me though.

stay away from rpgs, but you probably already knew that.

actually, pokemon is ok for 1 hour sessions at a time.

NSMB, Mario Kart, Metroid Prime (multiplayer with bots) are good games for quick playing.

only problem is that you said that you wanted to avoid addiction, and some may get you hooked even if its just like mario and you run and jump.

I think you could play Castlevania without being addicted, or New Super Mario Bros, since it's all about progressing a little bit at a time.

But, to relax and take a break from your studies, have you considered doing some sport? It might be better than the DS.

Advance Wars Dual Strike would work for ya if you can find it.

You can play that game for 5min to 5hrs. having a good time with or without long sessions.

I'm just looking for a system that I can pick up and play for maybe a half an hour to an hour without getting addicted but also keeping me both relaxed and fun.

Also what games do you recommend me picking up for a person in my situation with the "pick up and play" mentality? I'm looking right now to only two and maybe three titles. I think Pokemon Diamond is a definite purchase for me though.

j3v1zzle

I cant recommend the DS because I am addicted to it. Especially Pokemon Pearl. As for games that you can play in quick bursts, how bout Tetris, Meteos, New Super Mario Bros, and Mario Kart.

I think the DS is a good option for someone in your position, TC. As far as games that you can play for 30 min to an hour at a time, most DS games would fit that time frame. As a portable device, many developers try to make games that you can play for short times. They add plenty of save points, add mini-game modes, etc. so that no mattter how much time you have to play, you are satisfied.

Also, if you're ever bored during one of your study halls.... :P

But, to relax and take a break from your studies, have you considered doing some sport? It might be better than the DS.

Superlegtesta

I've recently picked up archery, GREAT sport for just going out for an hour here and there to the range, shoot some arrows, then come back home. Even better if you live in the country, but most of us dont. Look online for a place to shoot before you buy, I found a free range to shoot at then bought a used compound bow and arrows for a hundred bucks. Cheaper than a DS without a game!

I'm also a student and have found that I play my DS when I'm not studying over the Wii and Xbox. Mario 3v3 basketball doesn't get much credit, but it is pretty fun to play, especially if you can get some multi player action going on.

As far as sports go, get a basketball for 30 dollars and go shoot some hoops!!

Thanks for the responses!

I noticed earlier in the thread of people saying not to get RPG's or else I might get addicted. Would Pokemon fit under this category? From what I've heard, it's one of the best DS games and I always did enjoy the Pokemon games wayyy before when I had a Game Boy Color. So far I have my eye on...

Mario Kart DS

Pokemon Diamond

Final Fantasy III

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

Advance Wars: Dual Strike

Like I pointed out earlier, I'm only looking for two and maybe three games for now so which of those would you recommend?

Also how is the replayability or fun factor for Brain Academy? It seems like an interesting game but I don't want my brain to work too hard when I'm trying to take a break from my studies! :D

i would also reccomend the ds- if pick-up and play is important to you, keep in mind that when you close the ds, it goes into power-save mode, a perfect way to pause your game. don't just stick to games where you can save only after you finish a level or something like that, you can just close the ds when you need to stop.

pokemon is probably the only rpg that wont get you way addicted... it's not like you want to keep playing to find out what happens next in the story!

*ohmygawd team rocket is up to no good and now they want to release a legendarypokemon?!? i didn't see THAT coming!*

You should be okay with Pokemon, it's not really what I would call an addictive game. It's a lot of fun, but after an hour or so I don't really have problems putting it down for a while when I know I should. There's just so much stuff to do in the game, it makes you want to take your time with it, which is good.

Careful, Advance Wars can leave you bleary-eyed in the morning. And as others have mentioned, Puzzle Quest ispure crack.With either one of those, ifyou play your DS while you're lying in bed (as I often do), occasionally you might forget to ever go to sleep (as I have often done).

Metroid Prime Pinball is far and away my favorite pick-up-and-play game. I also use Clubhouse Gamesfor sneaking in bits of relaxing game time during the morning/evening commute.

Would you guys recommend the white one or the black one? I'm kind of torn on this decision... also keep the game recommendations coming! :D

I was thinking of getting NSMB but hear it is very easy and short which leads me to believe that the replay value is suspect.

Mario Kart DS

Pokemon Diamond

Castlevania Dawn of Sorrow

Would you guys recommend the white one or the black one? I'm kind of torn on this decision... also keep the game recommendations coming! :D

I was thinking of getting NSMB but hear it is very easy and short which leads me to believe that the replay value is suspect.

j3v1zzle

get the bleack, it makes u a lot cooler student, hehehe

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Would you guys recommend the white one or the black one? I'm kind of torn on this decision... also keep the game recommendations coming! :D

I was thinking of getting NSMB but hear it is very easy and short which leads me to believe that the replay value is suspect.

inzaneetie013

get the bleack, it makes u a lot cooler student, hehehe

*black, ooopsy

Would you guys recommend the white one or the black one? I'm kind of torn on this decision... also keep the game recommendations coming! :D

j3v1zzle

Get the black one, I have a white one and I'm working hard to keep it squeaky clean all the time and avoid letting the side buttons turn yellow. :P

Well, first off, I'm a very busy student. Right now, school alone takes up almost 11 hours of my day and add at least another hour or two to that for studying when I get home. I figure I need some sort of entertainment to keep me sane through my studies so would the DS be the right system for me? I normally game on my 360 and PC but I understand that I really have no time for that. I'm just looking for a system that I can pick up and play for maybe a half an hour to an hour without getting addicted but also keeping me both relaxed and fun.

Also what games do you recommend me picking up for a person in my situation with the "pick up and play" mentality? I'm looking right now to only two and maybe three titles. I think Pokemon Diamond is a definite purchase for me though.

j3v1zzle

Wanna know what kind of entertainment can keep you sane through your studies, and it's also fun to play with for 30min to 45min, or more (depending on the day) without getting addicted and can also keep you relaxed??? Get a girl from one of your classes.[QUOTE="j3v1zzle"]

Well, first off, I'm a very busy student. Right now, school alone takes up almost 11 hours of my day and add at least another hour or two to that for studying when I get home. I figure I need some sort of entertainment to keep me sane through my studies so would the DS be the right system for me? I normally game on my 360 and PC but I understand that I really have no time for that. I'm just looking for a system that I can pick up and play for maybe a half an hour to an hour without getting addicted but also keeping me both relaxed and fun.

Also what games do you recommend me picking up for a person in my situation with the "pick up and play" mentality? I'm looking right now to only two and maybe three titles. I think Pokemon Diamond is a definite purchase for me though.

AlCoCeR_AlVaRo

Hahaha... I'll admit that made me chuckle a bit. In all seriousness though, I'm leaning towards Mario Kart DS, Pokemon Diamond, and Phoenix Wright or Brain Academy. Good choices??

college chicks + free time = fun between ur studies

or if ur a REAL pimp, playds lite while...nvm

get castlevania its fun and crap

[QUOTE="AlCoCeR_AlVaRo"]Wanna know what kind of entertainment can keep you sane through your studies, and it's also fun to play with for 30min to 45min, or more (depending on the day) without getting addicted and can also keep you relaxed??? Get a girl from one of your classes.[QUOTE="j3v1zzle"]

Well, first off, I'm a very busy student. Right now, school alone takes up almost 11 hours of my day and add at least another hour or two to that for studying when I get home. I figure I need some sort of entertainment to keep me sane through my studies so would the DS be the right system for me? I normally game on my 360 and PC but I understand that I really have no time for that. I'm just looking for a system that I can pick up and play for maybe a half an hour to an hour without getting addicted but also keeping me both relaxed and fun.

Also what games do you recommend me picking up for a person in my situation with the "pick up and play" mentality? I'm looking right now to only two and maybe three titles. I think Pokemon Diamond is a definite purchase for me though.

j3v1zzle

Hahaha... I'll admit that made me chuckle a bit. In all seriousness though, I'm leaning towards Mario Kart DS, Pokemon Diamond, and Phoenix Wright or Brain Academy. Good choices??

buy mkds, diamond, phoenix wright part 1, BRAIN AGE, academy no good

college chicks + free time = fun between ur studies

or if ur a REAL pimp, playds lite while...nvm

get castlevania its fun and crap

lucifer3999

Why does a PIMP need a DS?

OT:

I actually do think the DS is the right choice for you just because it's portable and meant for both short and long play sessions.

Thanks for the responses!

I noticed earlier in the thread of people saying not to get RPG's or else I might get addicted. Would Pokemon fit under this category? From what I've heard, it's one of the best DS games and I always did enjoy the Pokemon games wayyy before when I had a Game Boy Color. So far I have my eye on...

Mario Kart DS

Pokemon Diamond

Final Fantasy III

Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney

Advance Wars: Dual Strike

Like I pointed out earlier, I'm only looking for two and maybe three games for now so which of those would you recommend?

Also how is the replayability or fun factor for Brain Academy? It seems like an interesting game but I don't want my brain to work too hard when I'm trying to take a break from my studies! :D

j3v1zzle