And, thanks to one forum poster over at the WDMagic forums, we're actually shown what it looks like. So head past the break for some screens of it in action.
[Via WDMagic.com]
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Taking a closer look at the Disney DS guide
And, thanks to one forum poster over at the WDMagic forums, we're actually shown what it looks like. So head past the break for some screens of it in action.
[Via WDMagic.com]
Continue reading Taking a closer look at the Disney DS guide
Disney apparently already testing DS as a guide
Hot on the heels of the rumor that Disney would be trying to utilize the DS as a tour guide in its parks comes word that the company is currently in the testing stage. According to Jim Hill Media, the Magic Kingdom is already conducting field tests with its wireless device (which is utilized with a DS). And, the supposed functionality of this device is one that totally destroys anything else we were lead to believe.Not only will you be able to use your DS to guide you around the park, but it will also give you some very dynamic information. In real time, it'll tell you current wait times on rides at the park, as well as the best time for shortest lines at a certain ride or attraction. There will also be a function that tracks your favorite characters, allowing you to stalk Mickey like a champion.
Everything that's being said about this new idea from Disney points to "success," if you ask us. It seems like an incredibly intuitive and functional device that should make the experience of being at one of Disney's parks that much better.
[Thanks, Chris!]
Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker has hard-to-picture bonus
According to RPGamer, copies of Dragon Quest Monsters: Joker preordered from Amazon, GameCrazy or GameStop will include a "combination DS charm, keychain, and map." Apparently the map can also be used as a screen cleaner.Alone, none of these are particularly unusual giveaways. The cloth map has been an RPG box standby since early Ultima, and keychains are ubiquitous as preorder bonuses. But in combination? Are we really supposed to hang our keys from our DS? We'll need more than a screen-cleaning map (that part, at least, is super-clever) to buff out the hundreds of scratches to the surface of the system.
[Via GayGamer]
Get serious with new DS Style screens
We're expecting a load of news when the Square Enix Party starts. For now, we've got new screens from the DS Style series, which is obviously too serious for parties. Specifically, new screens were released of Flower Blooming DS: Gardening Life, Shall We Listen to Classical Music on the DS?, and three World Walking map programs: Italy, France and Taiwan.We could kind of see picking up a DS map program instead of a guidebook when we go on vacation, since we tend to take the DS with us anyway. We are definitely feeling a strong urge to buy the classical music "game" as well, since it's being developed by iNiS. Smart move, Squeenix.
Homebrew map developer does London
Not long ago, we told you about a nifty homebrew application that brought a map of Paris to your DS. Now the developer brings you a map of the London underground as well, with the same stylus functionality that allows for easy navigation. If you're planning to travel in London, you can use this handy tool to help you navigate the labyrinthine transportation system. For travelers, Christophe Andreani is a homebrew artist worth keeping an eye on. There are a few other maps on his site, and likely more to come. We'll keep you updated!
The DS is your co-pilot
Or could be, at least, if you're traveling in Paris, thanks to one enterprising homebrew artiste. Christophe Andreani's "simple application" puts all of Paris at the tip of your stylus -- in map form, at least. He's worked up a neat little program that brings an entire map of the city to the DS, with zoom and stylus functionality to help you find your way around. Metro-Paris v1.0 is all there is for now, but perhaps Monsieur Andreani can be convinced to cook up a few other maps ... or other programmers will follow his lead. If nothing else, a DS Lite is certainly more stylish than that old, beat-up Rand McNally that lives in the floorboard of your car.[Via QJ.net]
