Downloads for DS are the latest rage. Nintendo has begun releasing downloads for its Nintendo DS and DS Lite hand held game models. Nintendo’s greatest hand held machines yet, the DS and DS Lite are in the hands of boys and girls, men and women across the country. People just can’t seem to get enough.

Video games are constantly evolving and it seems that Nintendo is at the front of the pack. While other video game companies are focusing predominantly on their home based units, Nintendo sees the market for portable electronics that don’t require a monthly paid plan. Where the cell phone gaming industry is lacking, systems like the DS and DS Lite provide hours of enjoyment across multiple generations.

With games that teach as well as entertain, Nintendo is right on the mark. With the ability to load user preferences and settings, the DS allows for use by multiple players. Another great feature about the Nintendo DS is its Wi-Fi Connection. Through the Wi-Fi connection, users can view new games that are available and try them out before buying. Once you’ve found the game you’re looking for, quickly download it and begin playing. Users must be within Wi-Fi reach to download.

Some game and toy retailers actually have DS Download Stations that will allow DS users to download the demos of upcoming game releases. This is an incredible advance and has only one limitation. Because of the size of memory, these downloads are wiped out when the DS is powered down.

The Nintendo Channel allows you to not only download games for your DS and Wii, it also lets you watch videos and skip through different options, much like watching television on your digital recorder. The Nintendo Channel allows you to download games and connect with other friends. With your DS downloads, you can install applications that let you take pictures of your friends, play multiplayer games via Wi-Fi and even chat with other DS users.

You’ll never have to worry about rushing out to the game store again with your Nintendo DS download service. Play Mario Kart, Zoo Tycoon or Yoshi’s Island from anywhere once you’ve downloaded via your Wi-Fi connection. There has been a lot of hacking since Nintendo released the DS, and the Nintendo download capabilities have only strengthened the movement. You can write your own firmware and share it with other friends. Any game you want to play on Nintendo DS is available via download.