Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

i dont think so. my old fat ds isnt really a problem for me, and its covered in scratches.

Doesn't affect my gameplay, but I would like a DS that comes in my favorite color.

Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

kelliemonster

Lol, how long can you play with brightest settings?

I play with the lowest and the games dont look dark at all (i have a black DS)

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me.kelliemonster

I think it's the other way around. Since there's more contrast with the black, it's going to look brighter than the white at any given brightness setting.

I owned white and crimson/black (all black on the inside) Lites together for a while and I got rid of the white one primarily for that reason.

...and to illustrate my point, see this image. The gray bar in the center is the same color all the way across.

mine is pink and it doesnt matter a bit to me, doesnt affect my skilz at all

not really, why should it? you look at the screen while you playblooddog28

Sure, you focus on the screens but the surrounding plastic is in your field of vision and will affect how you perceive the screens. Look at the image I posted above. The gray bar looks brighter against a darker background. Similarly, a non-neutral surrounding color will affect your color perception on the screen. For example, skin tones may look off if you look at a picture of someone's face on a blue DSi.

...and to illustrate my point, see this image. The gray bar in the center is the same color all the way across.

George_M

[QUOTE="kelliemonster"]I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me.George_M

I think it's the other way around. Since there's more contrast with the black, it's going to look brighter than the white at any given brightness setting.

I think they put black borders around the picture(and sometimes even the bezel) on alot of plasma/lcd tvs for this very reason....

Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

kelliemonster

[QUOTE="blooddog28"]not really, why should it? you look at the screen while you playGeorge_M

Sure, you focus on the screens but the surrounding plastic is in your field of vision and will affect how you perceive the screens. Look at the image I posted above. The gray bar looks brighter against a darker background. Similarly, a non-neutral surrounding color will affect your color perception on the screen. For example, skin tones may look off if you look at a picture of someone's face on a blue DSi.

You are awesome and saved me a lot of work

Lots of people don't realize this but a black frame around the picture actually enhances the picture

I just quoted you to say that your avatar is awesome.MorbidToaster

You are awesome...Jaysonguy

I love this place; It's awesome!

Selective quoting's pretty awesome too. :oops:

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Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

Tubenz

Lol, how long can you play with brightest settings?

I play with the lowest and the games dont look dark at all (i have a black DS)

Same. Who uses the brightest setting? My Lite(s) last like x2+ longer with it down all the way, and I can't tell the difference.

Yes, I believe that the unit's color can affect the mood of the game you are playing. I found the bright red of my old DS rather distracting, and this color clashed with so many game palettes. In contrast, my metallic rose DS is more soothing to look at and the color surprisingly complements many games.

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Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

clicketyclick

Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

kelliemonster

Yes. Yes it does. I find myself endlessly fascinated with games such as Pop Cutie Street Fashion, Harvest Moon DS Cute, Imagine Fashion Model and Diary Girl whenever I use my pink DS Lite. I've found myself giggling giddily over the fact that I've caught the prince's eye in Princess Debut. :P

No but seriously... I tried playing with my friend's black DS and did find that my screen was a little bit darker than what I was used to. But that's probably some psychological thing, not because the screen really is darker.

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Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

awssk8er716

Lol, how long can you play with brightest settings?

I play with the lowest and the games dont look dark at all (i have a black DS)

Same. Who uses the brightest setting? My Lite(s) last like x2+ longer with it down all the way, and I can't tell the difference.

I have always used the brightest setting and I've never had an issue with the battery running out too quickly (and I do generally play for a few hours at a time, and I don't charge it every night, only when the light turns red). It's actually got a surprisingly good battery!

[QUOTE="MorbidToaster"]I just quoted you to say that your avatar is awesome.George_M

No you're awesome!

I think it probably does. When I use black ds, I can snake better than on a white or pink one. When I use the red and black ds, I can snipe better on Call of Duty, odd.

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[QUOTE="MorbidToaster"]I just quoted you to say that your avatar is awesome.MorbidToaster

No you're awesome!

Fixed.

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Did, someone here noticed the irony?

Oh, by the way, to those who said No to TC question, if you're a boy try to play in a pink DS in public, after that say how well you went. (lol)

Nah, joking.

No, it don't affect me.

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[QUOTE="George_M"]

No you're awesome!

meiaman

Fixed.

No, it's OK; that's what I meant to say. :)

The color dosen't effect my gameplay, but I will always buy a white DS. Idk why, but the colors bother me.

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Did, someone here noticed the irony?

Oh, by the way, to those who said No to TC question, if you're a boy try to play in a pink DS in public, after that say how well you went. (lol)

Nah, joking.

meiaman

True. :lol:My bro actually hides his playing with my pink DS under the table while in public.

i dont think so. my old fat ds isnt really a problem for me, and its covered in scratches.

the_wet_mop

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[QUOTE="MorbidToaster"] Putting words in other people's mouth is wrong and in some cases, is a crime. :oops:

Fixed.

No, it's OK; that's what I meant to say. :)

it doesn't matter to me what color it is it doesn't bother me that much

no this is the first time i have heard about something like this. i could maybe see if my ds caught on fire and was put out in blood and needles and crap maybe.

I prefer white handhelds for esthetic reasons, but I think other coloured consoles would indeed effect my gameplay.
Can't say in a good or bad way though :o

My white DS (before it broke) didn't seem as bright as my friends' DS which were darker in color. Then when I got a onyx DS the screen seemed a lot brighter.

No, doesn't make any difference to me at all.Floppy_Jim

Yes it does as someone has already demonstrated in this thread

The color that surrounds the screen has a direct impact on how you perceive what's on the screen

After reading this thread I've finallydecided to go with a black DSi. Thanks all!

Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

kelliemonster

Think about the question you just asked. If the colour really did affect gameplay everybody would get the bestcolour which would mean all the different colours for the DS Nintendo are releasing are a waste of time and money.

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Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay?

I've had a black DS lite for a couple of years now because it looked sleek, but after all this time it's starting to feel like it's very dark when I play. I've always put the screens on the brightest setting so they stand out from the black background, which is starting to bother me. I know some people say that the lighter colors make them happier when they play. I think I might be getting something other than black when I get my next handheld.

Imsterminate

Think about the question you just asked. If the colour really did affect gameplay everybody would get the bestcolour which would mean all the different colours for the DS Nintendo are releasing are a waste of time and money.

I meant "Does the color of your DS affect your gameplay in your opinion?" You know, along the lines of "in your opinion, do you feel happier when wearing your favorite colored shirt?" or something like that. It was just an opinion question, not a "Did Nintendo manufacture different colors differently so that some colors play worse than others?" I thought that was clear, sorry!

I have a black ds lite as well but it doesn't affect my gameplay but I rarely play in the dark anyway. :P