The curated nature meant that the compilation often focused on ROMs that were highly compatible with popular flashcarts of that era, such as the R4 Card or M3 Simply [1].
The hardware requirements to play these backups, however, were minimal. The NDS's modest specifications—a 67 MHz ARM CPU and just 4 MB of RAM—meant that even low-powered devices like the original DS Phat/Lite, running custom firmware, could handle the entire collection. Modern flashcarts and custom launchers like TWiLight Menu++ have even evolved to support DSi-enhanced and exclusive titles that Joda likely archived.
Legitimate NDS files will never end in .exe , .msi , or .apk . If a source claiming to host the "Joda Exclusive" pack prompts you to download an installer or executable executable file, close the window immediately to prevent malware.
: Immersive farming simulators that fully integrated the DS dual-screen and microphone mechanics.
: Games like Super Mario 64 DS (often cited as a hallmark of NDS collections).