Nintendo DS Case

Review by bixodoido:

I was really excited to get this product once I found out how many games it holds. I have no idea why it's so difficult to find a case that holds more than a few DS games, especially given their small size, but it is. This case will hold 30 DS games and a bunch of GBA games. There isn't room for much else inside--just 2 dividers and space for maybe your DS, its charger, and maybe headphones or a car charger--but it does have a zipper pocket on the outside that will hold some smaller stuff (maybe a couple more games, a stylus or two, screen protectors, etc).

The problem I had with this product is that the games were difficult, for me at least, to get in and out of the mesh slots. It's a pretty tight fit, and I was only able to get 4 games per row (each row should hold 5) without forcing the 5th one more than I was comfortable with. Since the slots won't hold games in cases the contacts are left exposed, which concerns me given the difficulty in getting the games in their slots in the first place. I also noticed that it was pretty tough to get games out of the 2nd or 3rd rows when the 1st row was fully loaded. The mesh, which is black, and the elastic also partially block the title on most games, so its tough to see which game is where unless you actually pull them partly out or only put them in about 3/4 of the way when you're loading them.

These issues won't be a problem for some people, and are certainly better than the alternative of just leaving the games lying around or cramming them into the nooks and crannies of other DS cases. For me, however, the pain in getting games in and out was enough to dampen my enthusiasm for having more game storage, and I'll be returning this product and buying more plastic cases instead. If the ability to store a ton of games is your absolute top priority and you're willing to tolerate the inconvenience of inserting and removing them this case may be for you--but personally I'll keep looking for a better solution.

Review by Scotia:

This is the best case I've found for my DS Lite that also handles a LOT of games. In fact, there are DS-sized, individual webbed pockets for holding each DS game... 30 of them. Too bad the rows are sewn crookedly, some of the pockets are sewn too narrowly to fit a DS game, and others are sewn so badly the mesh is ripped, making them useless. Out of the 30 pockets, I can use maybe 25. Of course, that's better than what I had before... but since I have over 30 DS games, I end up using some of the double wide mesh pockets that look like they're intended for GBA games. Thankfully, I have a decent GBA case for my GBA and its games, so I can use these GBA mesh pockets for DS games.

I give it the 3 stars simply because it does hold the most games of any other case I've found without being bulky, and it will also hold my DS snuggly as well as the charger pack and the headphones I have. The case itself is not super large either, being about the size of your average trade paperback in size and thickness. It's also got velcro attachments inside making it somewhat "modular" so that you can divide the case up into three sections of whatever size you want.

If the cartridge pockets just weren't so poorly made...

Review by Jenny:

This case is well built. It's not exactly the same color pink as the DS Lite, but it is close. I like the extra slot for the spare stylus. I like that I can carry six games with me. I love that it's a close fit. The only problem I had with it was that I had to let it sit open for a week before I used it. The inside smelled very, very strongly of plastic. It gave me a headache and transferred to the DS Lite when I put it in right the case right after opening it. After letting it sit open for a few days, the smell wasn't as much of a problem, and when I let it sit a week, the smell went away.

Review by J. Mulholland:

I had been hunting around all the local stores for about a month looking for my idea of a great with no luck. A friend on line sent me a link to this case and told me this is the one! It was a lot cheaper then any of the cases I had seen. I normally like to physically see things like this before buying but it sounded so good with a great price I thought what the heck and bought it. This is an amazing case! It holds everything (DS. SIX GAMES AND EVEN THAT EXTRA STYLUS) nice and snug with wonderful synthetic rubber called polychloroprene AKA neoprene. The case, when closed, looks just like a closed DS. It has a latch that keeps it very securely closed and is opened with a press of the recessed button (this type of button also guards against accidental openings). I also found out the hard way that this case is very tough. The case with four games and the DS took a trip down an almost full flight of concrete stairs. Of course the case had some new battle scars but it never popped open and the more important stuff inside had no damage what so ever. So this case without a dought in my mind is very well made! Oh yeah, it also comes with a limited lifetime warranty against defects. So in closing, I would definitely recommend this product to everyone who is looking for product with these types of features... and probably everyone else also Hope this helps someone.

Review by K.F.:

This is a great little bag if you want a compact storage case to hold your DS essentials.

There are 3 sections to the bag. The lightly padded back section holds the DS on the left and the charger on the right. The two areas are separated so nothing scratches the DS. If you have a Game Boy cartridge in the DS, you'll have a hard time getting it in but the fit is nice if you only have a DS cartridge installed.

The middle section has plastic slots for 9 DS games. They are held in firmly. My 8-year-old says they are easy to get in, my 10-year-old says it's a bit tough. The 8-year-old uses his case more so the slots might be a bit more stretched out but I can shake the bag upside down and the games don't fall out. The opposite flap has a zippered pocket for storage. You can store a couple Game Boy cartridges or styluses loosely there. This whole middle section is closed securely with a zipper.

The front section, just under the flap, has an open pouch. The only protection of things falling out from this area is the flap and the latch.

The color we received was a bit different than what shows on the Amazon site. It was more of a slate blue. It's a nice color, just not as bright.

The Intec part number for this is G1835. Just Google "Intec G1835" and you'll find some sites that show a picture of the inside of the bag.

Overall a nice, compact bag.

Review by JulieMomOfTwo:

I bought this case for my young kids to keep their DS games, DS unit and charging cord together. This case is durable, well-made, and the perfect size to hold all of the DS essentials and more. I would highly recommend this bag.

Review by Jenny:

This case is well built. It's not exactly the same color pink as the DS Lite, but it is close. I like the extra slot for the spare stylus. I like that I can carry six games with me. I love that it's a close fit. The only problem I had with it was that I had to let it sit open for a week before I used it. The inside smelled very, very strongly of plastic. It gave me a headache and transferred to the DS Lite when I put it in right the case right after opening it. After letting it sit open for a few days, the smell wasn't as much of a problem, and when I let it sit a week, the smell went away.

Review by J. Mulholland:

I had been hunting around all the local stores for about a month looking for my idea of a great with no luck. A friend on line sent me a link to this case and told me this is the one! It was a lot cheaper then any of the cases I had seen. I normally like to physically see things like this before buying but it sounded so good with a great price I thought what the heck and bought it. This is an amazing case! It holds everything (DS. SIX GAMES AND EVEN THAT EXTRA STYLUS) nice and snug with wonderful synthetic rubber called polychloroprene AKA neoprene. The case, when closed, looks just like a closed DS. It has a latch that keeps it very securely closed and is opened with a press of the recessed button (this type of button also guards against accidental openings). I also found out the hard way that this case is very tough. The case with four games and the DS took a trip down an almost full flight of concrete stairs. Of course the case had some new battle scars but it never popped open and the more important stuff inside had no damage what so ever. So this case without a dought in my mind is very well made! Oh yeah, it also comes with a limited lifetime warranty against defects. So in closing, I would definitely recommend this product to everyone who is looking for product with these types of features... and probably everyone else also Hope this helps someone.

Review by Silent I c e Vampire:

The search for this type of product all started when I realized that I had collected more than a handful of games (I have 17, and 1 on order), so I couldn't keep up with them all loose or in a plastic baggie. Most importantly, to all gamers like myself, to misplace them. I pre-ordered this item, liking the small size, it didn't look like it would take up much room in my purse, plus, I really liked the fact that it held so many games. Needless to say, the case passed my test. I'm pretty strict about what protects my games and/or systems so this is a very good buy. The case is small, almost 8 and a half inches height and width-wise. It holds games very securely, so no worry about loose games. If dropped, the case sometimes pops open, but all games stay inside. (I did test that.) The pages inside that holds the games are removable so you can store loose games in there if you want. (Removing both pages makes more storage space if you need it, but the games rattle) Remember how you had to remove a DS game from the case when you bought it? Putting the games in and taking them out has that safety feature and its the same concept. (Push from the ouside in to remove the game) Rattling is not a problem, every game is safe and secure. A great buy! Once I buy a few more games, I'm going to purchase another case, way too cute to pass up!

Review by Laura:

I just received this case as an early birthday present, and I have to say, I am very impressed. The case is compact, and fits nicely in my "young lady" hands. The games are securely kept in place, however, it can be a challenge to get them out (this might be seen as a good thing, though, like if you drop the case by accident, then none of them will come out). The case itself is kind of hard to open, and it does get easier, but it depends on how tightly you close it (make sure you press it all the way for ultimate safety). Overall this is a great case, and I highly recommend it to anyone whose game collection is growing.

Pros: Very sturdy, holds 16 games, decently compact, high-quality plastic

Cons: Hard to open and get games out

Review by Steve Haffner:

It is easy to see why a lot of individuals purchase this case. In fact, we have purchased two. We own both the pink and gray versions. It is about the size of an old-fashioned metal lunch box from the late 70s. Perhaps it is not as deep, but I think the total volume is probably comparable.

There is plenty of room inside for 2 DS units (or we store 1 DS and 1 video iPod). In addition, each case SHOULD have enough room to hold 30 DS games plus 6 GBA games inside a removable Velcro wallet. No need to worry about the wallet falling out; the Velcro holds very securely. On the exterior of the case, there is a side pocket for the power cord (or even more games).

The problem (with both of our cases) is that the width the seamstress (or robot) used for the wallet slots was not always standard or uniform for the DS game slots. The GBA game slots are perfect. In some cases, the DS slots in the wallet are too narrow to accommodate a DS cartridge. At this time, we don't own 30 DS games, nor do I think I would ever trust my children enough to tote around approx. ,000 worth of hardware/software. So, really it is a fairly minor issue.

At this time a few of the slots are ripped and torn from (me) forcing games into slots that are too small. By the time I get my DS, I am hoping they resolve this issue. I tend to be a tad more anal retentive than either of my DS wielding children.

BTW, a couple of items on the pink version. Our 5-year old daughter uses it almost as much as a play purse as she does a DS storage tote. She absolutely loves the fact she has something cool, just like her big brother. I would not hesitate to purchase this item again, but if you have 30 DS games you need to tote around, then this may not be the ideal solution for you.

Review by Leeanna E:

I really liked everything about this case save the thing that hold your games. Mine was so tight it was hard to get any of the games out. It might no be too bad if you don't mind struggling to get them in and out but it got to be such a hassle because I tend to switch games a lot. Also if you like to keep your games in any kind of order it's a nightmare to add a new game. I could easily get all my stuff and then some into this case. If it weren't for the game holder this would be almost perfect! If you are looking for something to keep your system in order this is great but I'd have to give the game holder a poor rating. So basically a GREAT case that includes a BAD game holder.

Review by Sweetpea:

This is a great item for your DS or DSi items. Very roomy. Some of the cute bags out there are way too small. This holds everything. Love it!!! Fast shipping too. AAA+++ item!

Review by S. Hamon:

Got this bag for my kids 2 DSi's. It will fit both, along with 20 games, but it is not very roomy. If you have a silicone cover on the DSi, it does not slip in & out of the bag very easily as the bag is felt lined and the compartment for the DSi is fairly snug. You deffinitely couldn't fit a DS in here with the Nerf Armor case on it. While I complain it is not very roomy, it is not meant to tote around 2 DSi's and the accessories that go along with both of them. If you wanted to use this for just 1 DS & accessories, it would be perfect because everything that goes along with it isn't very large anyways.

It has an adjustable strap that can fit a child nicely, yet adjust to fit mom & dad too. The strap attaches with a spinning hook, which I find great because it doesn't get all twisted. You can even remove the strap and use the handle on top of the bag if you wanted to. Lots of room for extra stylus (slides into an elastic strap to hold in place). Overall, a great little bag that doesn't take up too much room and keeps the DSi's safe when not being played...I wouldn't worry about the DS too much if they were inside and the bag was dropped.

******UPDATE******

I actually can fit my sons DSi in the bag when it has the Nerf Armor foam case on it. It is very snug, but it does fit!! I have 2 kids, which means 2 DSi's...so I'm ordering another Nerf case and I think this bag will hold both of them with the cases on. I'll update then and also add a picture showing them both in there.

Review by J. J. ALWARD:

BD&A have been making slightly different versions of this DS Lite Mini Folio for years now. I bought my wife one over 2 years ago and she's still using it.

The older version used to have an external zippered pocket on the back with 3 elastic loops to store DS games. This version has eliminated that second zippered pocket and moved the game storage to a flap inside the folio. On the plus side it increased the slots from 3 to 6 (3 vinyl pockets on each side of the flap), on the down side the games now slightly rub against your DS when the folio is closed. The flap also has two small elastic loops to store extra styluses...stylii...however you would word them. BD&A does make a version of this folio WITHOUT this flap altogether, but this one has it. Lastly there is a velcro web-mesh pocket on the inside of the case, good to store a few more games, screen clothes, or cash etc.

This case is NOT big enough to carry a charger along with your DS Lite. If you're looking to bring a charger or headphones with you this is not the case for you. For me this is a plus, the case is lean and mean, protects your DS and a few games securely and doesn't feel like you're lugging a briefcase with you.

I would give this 5 stars if it still came with a clip and screen cleaning cloth on the case, but they've cost-cut both out.

Review by M. Rees:

This is a great case. Its cushioned enough to provide protection for your DS Lite. It includes cart pouches for 6 carts. It zippers nicely and is compact enough to stow in most pouches you will find on bags, luggage, etc. I have a courier bag that I use for my laptop - this case fits very nicely in one of my accessory pouches.

Some people knock this case b/c they say the 'bottom' cart sleeve brushes up against the DS Lite and can cause scratches. To that I say, just put your DS Lite in 'upside down'. The carts touch the bottom of the system, and the top of the system is protected by the case's cushioned interior. No biggie there folks - great case pick it up.

Review by Silent I c e Vampire:

The search for this type of product all started when I realized that I had collected more than a handful of games (I have 17, and 1 on order), so I couldn't keep up with them all loose or in a plastic baggie. Most importantly, to all gamers like myself, to misplace them. I pre-ordered this item, liking the small size, it didn't look like it would take up much room in my purse, plus, I really liked the fact that it held so many games. Needless to say, the case passed my test. I'm pretty strict about what protects my games and/or systems so this is a very good buy. The case is small, almost 8 and a half inches height and width-wise. It holds games very securely, so no worry about loose games. If dropped, the case sometimes pops open, but all games stay inside. (I did test that.) The pages inside that holds the games are removable so you can store loose games in there if you want. (Removing both pages makes more storage space if you need it, but the games rattle) Remember how you had to remove a DS game from the case when you bought it? Putting the games in and taking them out has that safety feature and its the same concept. (Push from the ouside in to remove the game) Rattling is not a problem, every game is safe and secure. A great buy! Once I buy a few more games, I'm going to purchase another case, way too cute to pass up!

Review by Laura:

I just received this case as an early birthday present, and I have to say, I am very impressed. The case is compact, and fits nicely in my "young lady" hands. The games are securely kept in place, however, it can be a challenge to get them out (this might be seen as a good thing, though, like if you drop the case by accident, then none of them will come out). The case itself is kind of hard to open, and it does get easier, but it depends on how tightly you close it (make sure you press it all the way for ultimate safety). Overall this is a great case, and I highly recommend it to anyone whose game collection is growing.

Pros: Very sturdy, holds 16 games, decently compact, high-quality plastic

Cons: Hard to open and get games out

Review by Sweetpea:

This is a great item for your DS or DSi items. Very roomy. Some of the cute bags out there are way too small. This holds everything. Love it!!! Fast shipping too. AAA+++ item!

Review by S. Hamon:

Got this bag for my kids 2 DSi's. It will fit both, along with 20 games, but it is not very roomy. If you have a silicone cover on the DSi, it does not slip in & out of the bag very easily as the bag is felt lined and the compartment for the DSi is fairly snug. You deffinitely couldn't fit a DS in here with the Nerf Armor case on it. While I complain it is not very roomy, it is not meant to tote around 2 DSi's and the accessories that go along with both of them. If you wanted to use this for just 1 DS & accessories, it would be perfect because everything that goes along with it isn't very large anyways.

It has an adjustable strap that can fit a child nicely, yet adjust to fit mom & dad too. The strap attaches with a spinning hook, which I find great because it doesn't get all twisted. You can even remove the strap and use the handle on top of the bag if you wanted to. Lots of room for extra stylus (slides into an elastic strap to hold in place). Overall, a great little bag that doesn't take up too much room and keeps the DSi's safe when not being played...I wouldn't worry about the DS too much if they were inside and the bag was dropped.

******UPDATE******

I actually can fit my sons DSi in the bag when it has the Nerf Armor foam case on it. It is very snug, but it does fit!! I have 2 kids, which means 2 DSi's...so I'm ordering another Nerf case and I think this bag will hold both of them with the cases on. I'll update then and also add a picture showing them both in there.