Special Editions of the DS Lite

A number of special editions of the Nintendo DS Lite have been released since its launch in March 2006.

In July 2006, it was announced that a limited edition Nintendo DS Lite would be developed in conjunction with the release of the Final Fantasy III remake. This console featured a crystal white Nintendo DS Lite, with artwork of Final Fantasy III by Akihiko Yoshida, and costing £22,780 (£97).

In the same month, it was revealed that a limited run of special Nintendo DS Lite packages would be available through a drawing open to members of the Japanese Pokemon DAISUKI Club, in conjunction with the promotion for the upcoming Pokemon Diamond and Pearl games. These packages would feature Crystal White Nintendo DS Lites with artwork of the Pokemon character Pikachu on the front.

In September 2006, Nintendo announced another Pokemon-styled DS Lite would be released featuring a glitter design of the two new legendary Pokemon, Diaruga and Parukia on the front. These Pokemon Diamond and Pearl limited edition consoles were Jet Black, and sold for £16,800 (£71).

It has also been announced that Nintendo is planning to release a limited edition console with the game Jump Ultimate Stars, featuring the Shonen Jump mascot, the Jump Pirate, and the words "JUMP ULTIMATE STARS" printed on its case.

Other limited editions include the metallic pink DS Lite Love and Berry bundle, based on a popular Japanese arcade game, and featuring a card reader and cards.