Action Replay DS
| Action Replay DS | |
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| Developer(s) | Datel |
| Publisher(s) | Datel |
| Platform(s) | Nintendo DS |
| Release | August 2006 |
| Genre(s) | Modding |
The Action Replay DS (abbreviated AS, ARDS, AR) is one of a line of products manufactured by Datel specifically designed for use with the Nintendo DS. It is used to enhance a game, usually by giving the player extreme advantages not normally obtainable. While earlier versions of the software forced users to input codes manually via the DS itself, versions 1.52 and later allows users to enter cheat codes through a PC application, which are copied to the software via USB. [1][2]
In addition to functioning as a cheat device, with recent firmware versions, Action Replay DS can be used as a NoPass device by holding Select when powering on the system. However, this feature is not officially documented. It was added in version 1.02.[3]
Action Replay DS is sold in stores all around the world with a suggested retail price of $24.99 USD[4], but at "big box" stores like Target, Bestbuy, FutureShop and Wal-Mart, the price is often reduced to $19.99. In Australia, it is $49.99 AUD. In Britain, it is £14.99.
It has been confirmed that the ARDS is only compatible with the Nintendo DS and Nintendo DS Lite, not with the Nintendo DSi. However, there is the new Action Replay DSi that is compatible with the Nintendo DSi as well as the Original DS and DS Lite.
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