Should You Buy A Nintendo DSi / DSi XL in 2026?

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Should you really buy 20-year-old hardware to play DS games in 2026? The Nintendo DSi XL has become something of a controversial choice in the retro handheld community. Some swear by it, others say modern alternatives are better. The DSi XL features 4.2-inch IPS screens, front-facing speakers, and can be modded simply with an SD card to play DS, DSi, and GBA games. But is buying ageing hardware actually worth it when devices like the Anbernic RGDS are just around the corner? There's more to consider than just nostalgia, and genuine problems you need to know about before you buy. I'm putting the DSi XL through it's paces to see if this hardware still holds up, or if you're better off waiting for newer options. FIND ME AT Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrstephensretrocorner/ Live Stream Archive: https://www.youtube.com/@mrstephenslivearchive PLEASE SUPPORT THE CHANNEL https://patreon.com/MrStephensRetroCorner If you enjoyed this video or any others on the channel, please consider contributing. It's backing from viewers like you that will allow me to dedicate the time and resources needed to bring you more content like this. If you'd like to become one of this channel's Charter Members, do consider subscribing to my Patreon. CHAPTERS: 0:00 Introduction 2:22 Why choose the DSi XL? 4:53 The Different DS Models 6:16 Pricing & Japanese Units 7:19 Build Quality & Controls 9:24 Battery Life & Audio 10:08 The Screens 11:59 Modding with Twilight Menu 12:37 The Downsides of Original Hardware 13:51 Common Hardware Failues 15:17 What to Look For When Buying 16:15 Final Verdict This description may contain affiliate links. If you buy something through them, I may get a small commission at no extra cost to you. This video is for entertainment purposes only and reflects my own opinions. If I could be bought, you wouldn't be able to afford me. #dsi #retrohandhelds #nintendods