Nintendo reveals the "New Nintendo 3DS" and "New Nintendo 3DS LL"
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Basileus777
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I don't see how it makes sense for anyone to ignore the 45+ million 3DS install base to make exclusive games for this. And I'm not holding my breath on the NEW 3DS features being used in many significant games. We'll probably look back in a few years and at laugh people panicking about needing to buy a new handheld.
Day-fucking one
Time to save up some money.
Doesn't have good internet connection right now, I barely able to browse gaf and imgur.
Only microSD.
Oh fuck that's right you just got an xl last week haha. That sucks.
Principate
Saint Titanfall
3DS doesn't have enough space for one internally.
Yeah it's the same DMP PICA200 GPU.
Waluigilicious
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Well, this has stopped me from purchasing the Smash Bros. 3DS.
Uncle Rupee
Banned
Krustentier7
Banned
I heard some people say this thing was region free - is that true?
Have we heard anything about it's region restriction status? This could potentially be my next import if so.
Triggerhappytel
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Does it really have a second stick?! That's a great decision, but definitely about two years too late. Isn't 3DS support kind of winding down now?
Hydrargyrus
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The Nipple Pad!
Relaxed Muscle
Member
Same GPU
No higher res screen
Is rather pathetic for a new portable, even by Nintendo standards.
old manatee
Banned
Um, what dafuq are you smoking? While it may not be quite as convenient as a proper cloud based system, the 3DS's system transfer system is near flawless for what it is.
There is the problem.
That looks really good. O_O
Codename STEAM still comes out next year and probably sequels to big third party games. Maybe some new MH game too. Perfect timing to release a revision in my opinion.
Codename STEAM still comes out next year and probably sequels to big third party games. Maybe some new MH game too. Perfect timing to release a revision in my opinion.
The 2DS didn't release in Japan, where this announcement was made.
KojiKnight
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Can't be worse than the ol' laptop clit mouses, should be good enough for many games.
And damn I think I'm as torn about this as everyone else... I was one of the people that actually upgraded from a DS to DSi and didn't get a whole lot out of the deal (the store was mostly ass). This feels like a stop-gap towards a more powerful 'true' next gen portable in another year or two (again, like the DSi).
That said... I'll probably get it because I'm a chump... but I may not trade my XL in for it in case it blocks the upcoming homebrew channel.
Novum_Veritas
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Funny they won't release it till 2015, they will miss the whole holiday season with that...
Well I guess Nintendo Europe and America are confident enough, the 3DS will still sell well enough with the bundles.
Well I guess Nintendo Europe and America are confident enough, the 3DS will still sell well enough with the bundles.
The system seems to be custom made for Monster Hunter, which may be what Nintendo was going for. Monster Hunter 4s (and perhaps 5) using the extra buttons could squeeze a few hundred thousand repeat purchases out of die-hard fans. For late to the party purchasers, this will just replace the current model.
Pie and Beans
Look for me on the local news, I'll be the guy arrested for trying to burn down a Nintendo exec's house.
Um, what dafuq are you smoking? While it may not be quite as convenient as a proper cloud based system, the 3DS's system transfer system is near flawless for what it is.
That would involve having both systems at the same time. So as the price of my 3DSXL now depreciates, I am expected to hang onto it, and go into a brick and mortar store and transfer shit in front of some shop clerks eyes, or take one home and sell the other later.
Maybe thats fine for the person that just owns multiple 3DS hardware for the laughs, but that aint me.
Uncle Rupee
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I doubt anyone knows that, it doesn't seem like something Nintendo announced (or would announce) in the direct... that's something usually relegated to the fine print.
OCTOBER. TWENTY FOURTH. DEADLINE IS REVEALED.
Brawly Likes to Brawl
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Would be nice if they removed region lock.
This is actually something that's worth highlighting. I used laptops with trackpoints for years and they can be very useful.
Father_Brain
Banned
With this and Amiibo, it seems Nintendo's strategy is to milk as much cash as possible from their existing, already-loyal fanbase until the actual new dedicated game platforms are ready to launch (probably 2016).
I don't think New 3DS in particular will do much to reverse the platform's decline, though. Seems more like a pretty desperate response to the platform trending towards legacy levels.
Femmeworth
Banned
Um, what dafuq are you smoking? While it may not be quite as convenient as a proper cloud based system, the 3DS's system transfer system is near flawless for what it is.
Do you need both systems with you to do this? What if I want to trade in my existing to buy the new one, so I'll only have the new one to hand.
Not yet.
But it would be such a megaton... My bet is 'no it isn't'. They know we all want it and I guess it would have been definitely mentioned.
Relaxed Muscle
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Um, what dafuq are you smoking? While it may not be quite as convenient as a proper cloud based system, the 3DS's system transfer system is near flawless for what it is.
So what are you saying is that I have to hold my OG 3DS until the new one, losing money in the process.
Also no trade-in, because I would also loss my games.
Yeah, flawless.
It's a transitional portable. Not a completely new platform.
Nicktendo86
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I need this so bad, bundle with smash Bros and start printing money Nintendo.
Won't be in Europe until 2015 though? Boo.
Won't be in Europe until 2015 though? Boo.
Android18a
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Okay, I really want that LL.
But I think the name is a terrible idea. Didn't they learn with WiiU that these things are confusing?
But I think the name is a terrible idea. Didn't they learn with WiiU that these things are confusing?
Vanillalite
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3DS is getting long in the tooth.
Rather see them ride out the hardware till they are ready to push a new real successor instead of this half step.
Now with this shit coming it means we won't get a real fucking new system till 2016 at the earliest.
Rather see them ride out the hardware till they are ready to push a new real successor instead of this half step.
Now with this shit coming it means we won't get a real fucking new system till 2016 at the earliest.
Is that really that hard?
Damn. I can't believe this. An upgrade that is pretty substantial. Still... not sure I like the 2nd circle pad size or the shoulder buttons positions, guess impressions will enlighten me there.
The 2 3D sliders really intrigue me too. Wonder if it means the sweet spot is wider and the 3D is deeper.
No way I can get rid of my Zelda 3DS XL though, I barely go on 3DS as it is atm too, so not sure I can really justify getting one. The thing that it seems most awesome for is the dual circle pads and shoulder buttons for me, but I only have 2 games that use them, KH3D and RE:R both of which I've pretty much played to death and can't see going back to for a while. ..
The 2 3D sliders really intrigue me too. Wonder if it means the sweet spot is wider and the 3D is deeper.
No way I can get rid of my Zelda 3DS XL though, I barely go on 3DS as it is atm too, so not sure I can really justify getting one. The thing that it seems most awesome for is the dual circle pads and shoulder buttons for me, but I only have 2 games that use them, KH3D and RE:R both of which I've pretty much played to death and can't see going back to for a while. ..
Orbis Tabula
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Blah. I want it. But my current 3ds is good enough, so I doubt I'll ever buy it.
Welp, glad I was waiting on a 3DS or 2DS purchase. Though... there's really not much here that necessitates me waiting for this New 3DS, that second stick looks like those laptop nubs that were annoying and impossible to use.
The new buttons are awesome though. Couple that with the other bitty features and I suppose I'll at least wait on one until I hear the release date.
If that release date is too far away though I'm not waiting.
The new buttons are awesome though. Couple that with the other bitty features and I suppose I'll at least wait on one until I hear the release date.
If that release date is too far away though I'm not waiting.
ArchedThunder
Banned
Well... I guess that's okay so I don't have to spend more money this holiday... but I was hoping I'd get to play Smash 3D on this thing BEFORE Smash U came out...
Relaxed Muscle
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Is clearly a new platform as in, it will have games that only will play in that platform.
BodiesWithoutOrgans
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whats the point in getting the new 3ds xl if it wont be out in time for christmas for smash bros 3ds & pokemon ORAS 
Zero-Crescent
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Yeah, they probably want to buy themselves a few years (especially with the Wii U still on life support) until their inevitable unified architecture is ready. I wonder how they will proceed from here on, software-wise, as I can think of a few potential scenarios:
1. Concentrate more on New 3DS exclusives to make it a more attractive upgrade for current owners.
2. Go for the wider audience and release more games for all 3DS/2DS SKUs
3. Go the DSi route: a bunch of New 3DS "enhanced" games that work on all 3DSes, but have more features/better graphics on the new systems.
Nose Master
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Nintendo, you gotta knock it the fuck off with these names. Calling something "New ___" is awful, and will make no god damn sense in about six months.
These minor increments are also grating, but they can get away with it. Why? Because I even think it's bullshit, and I'm still going to buy one. I did skip XL, though.
These minor increments are also grating, but they can get away with it. Why? Because I even think it's bullshit, and I'm still going to buy one. I did skip XL, though.
Azure Phoenix
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Trade-ins, how do they work?
flatearthpandas
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When is the JP release date?