Gone are the days when video games were the exclusive territory of bespectacled geeks
With more females taking up the game console, there is a rising demand for all things kawaii and classy. And game studios and accessory makers alike have come up with titles and game system add-ons that are designed for a female market.
Here are some of our picks for female gamers:
Black cat DS case
How much: Price unavailable
Where to buy: Get this from videogame retailers or online at rakuten.com
LVinspired DS decal
How much: $20
Where to buy: Get this from videogame retailers or online at rakuten.com
Harvest Moon DS Cute
Run a successful farm by planting crops and giving tender loving care to the animals. You can also fall in love and marry one of seven eligible bachelors, get married and have a family.
How much: $49
Where to buy: Get this from videogame retailers or online at videogame.com.sg
Carebear DS case
If you are a fan of the cartoon from way back in the '80s, you really need to get this cuddly multi-system case. It fits both the DS and PSP.
How much: $10.50
Where to buy: Get this online at rakuten.com
DS Face Training
Train yourself to bring forward the best facial expressions in order to project just the right message or get your point across. This game comes bundled with a camera that can detect whether you are mimicking that demure look on screen well enough for a passing grade.
How Much: $65
Where to buy: Most videogame retailers will stock a selection of Japanese games so call first to check. Alternatively, you can get this online at amazon.co.jp
Super Princess Peach
Mario who does the rescuing work, but now it’s his turn to get into trouble! The Super Mario Brothers series’ damsel in distress turns heroine and is on a mission to save her friends. As a girl, Princess Peach’s powers stem from, what else, her emotions!
How much: $58
Where to buy: Get this from videogame retailers or online at videogame.com.sg
