According to The Verge, the Nintendo DS remains one of the best handhelds for travel gaming, even as the market has exploded with new options. While the Steam Deck and Analogue Pocket have brought renewed interest to portable gaming, the DS's longevity, battery life, and massive library of games make it a surprisingly practical choice—no $600 price tag, no battery anxiety, just reliable gaming that still works.

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