Arkanoid DS and the paddle controller

Bundled with of Arkanoid DS is an arcade like controller where you spin a knob to move your ship. The device is similar to the NES Arkanoid controller, which is now a collector’s item (pictured on the right). Why is this notable?

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First, it’s Arkanoid! Second, Taito is going to go down in history as the first third party developer to use the GBA slot for a special controller. Props to them for thinking outside of the box and I hope more developers take advantage of the GBA slot to add features to the DS. If you want to get the controller and Arkanoid DS you can purchase a bundle pack for 5,040 yen ($42) or pick up the game alone for 3,990 yen ($33). Nine bucks more for a special controller that replicates the arcade game sounds like a fair deal. Both versions and a standalone controller, if you made the mistake of buying the game only, are scheduled to come out on December 6 in Japan.

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