Confirmed: Nintendo DS headset

Confirmed by the big N, this external microphone/earpiece (we'll just call it a headset) will be releasing to the Japanese gaming public come September 14th for roughly $10 American. Rumor has it that the headset is going to be utilized by the upcoming cash cow Pokemon Diamond/Pearl, which will allow for full voice chat. Personally, we'd like for it to release a bit earlier, say right around the time Starfox Command comes out. Now there's a game that could benefit from the use of a headset!

[Via Go Nintendo]

[Note: That is not an actual shot of what the final product will look like. If you have access to such top-secret pictures, please send them to us.]

[Double Note: That is, in fact, NOT my father, despite popular belief. He just plays him on the internet.]