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New Nintendo 3DS AUS/NZ Launch |OT| Featuring Thieving European Importers
- Thread starter Rich!
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I would hope the pricing is decent in Europe. Here the OG 3DS launched at $450NZD iirc and the New ones have launched at $259 and $279 for smaller and XL respectively. Old XL was somewhere in between, something like $400 I think, which eventually has gone down to $329 and settled there, despite the New ones being cheaper, lol.
A few people on another forum were asking for impressions of playing DS games on the New 3DS systems, so I took a few snaps of my systems. Overall it's what you'd expect, but someone might find these interesting or helpful anyway.
Professor Layton and the Last Specter
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
New 3DS XL 1:1 Mode
DSi
New 3DS Stretched
New 3DS 1:1 Mode
Metroid Prime Hunters
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
In Game
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
Metal Slug 7
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
In Game
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
And lastly, some size comparisons showing how much screen real estate you get/lose with each mode...
New 3DS XL vs New 3DS
DSi vs New 3DS
DSi vs New 3DS XL
Professor Layton and the Last Specter
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
New 3DS XL 1:1 Mode
DSi
New 3DS Stretched
New 3DS 1:1 Mode
Metroid Prime Hunters
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
In Game
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
Metal Slug 7
Title Screen
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
In Game
DSi XL
New 3DS XL Stretched
And lastly, some size comparisons showing how much screen real estate you get/lose with each mode...
New 3DS XL vs New 3DS
DSi vs New 3DS
DSi vs New 3DS XL
normal. faceplates + bigger screen
but XL is BIGGER screen.
but face plates
but XL is same screen size as the normal XL.
but it's comfortable for small to normal hands
It's the same size as the 3DSXL.
3.53 inches = OG3DS
3.88 inches = N3DS
4.2 inches = DSiXL
4.88 inches = 3DSXL and N3DSXL
You're welcome. Glad they can be of use.
The New XL and DSi XL are pretty damn similar dimension wise; when closed they must be within a few mm of each other. The only difference in using them I find is the feel of the plastic used; the New XL is smoother, particularly on the edges (which I prefer). Size wise the DSi XL should be a good measure of comfort for you if you're considering a New XL.
ladyluthien
Member
Thanks Peagles!
I was curious about playing DS games on the new systems. They appear to be pretty good!
I was curious about playing DS games on the new systems. They appear to be pretty good!
Again, you're welcome. They are pretty good I agree. I am a bit of a stickler for image quality and I love that perfect pixel look, so I'll stick to my XL, but I imagine it will be a non-issue for the majority of people.
In addition, if anyone currently has an old XL, I've just compared mine to the new XL, and they are pretty much identical when playing scaled DS games. It's so identical I don't think a photo is necessary (and wouldn't show anything different). So unfortunately these New systems don't seem to have an advantage over older systems when it comes to playing DS games, but they aren't any worse either!
how does reaching for L when using dpad on n3ds vs xl?
probably the biggest annoyance i have atm with my xl. need to have my hand in a weird position to play platformers that use L.
Garrett Hawke
Member
As someone who went from an LE 3DS XL to a n3DS, I'm really happy with it. I originally upgraded from the OG 3DS to the XL because I found the screen too small and the controls too cramped. I found that despite being slightly better, the XL was heavy (bad for lying in bed) and the cramp wasn't really fixed all that much.
I'm really happy with the n3DS because it has bigger screens than the OG but better pixel density than the XL, it's light so great for lying in bed/long sessions, and I don't know what they've done but it's a LOT more comfortable to hold than either the OG 3DS or the XL. Add faceplates and the candy buttons to that and imo it's the best choice.
I'm really happy with the n3DS because it has bigger screens than the OG but better pixel density than the XL, it's light so great for lying in bed/long sessions, and I don't know what they've done but it's a LOT more comfortable to hold than either the OG 3DS or the XL. Add faceplates and the candy buttons to that and imo it's the best choice.
Pancakes R Us
Member
Nope, but hopefully in the next month or two. A bunch of us are hoping it's at a cheaper price, too. I need it to launch in North America becasue I have a NTSC 3DS. Bloody region locking. I long for the days when I imported my Japanese DS Lite and couple play all my games on it with no problems.
Well, I have small hands so take that in mind when reading my opinion, but I found the XL fine with games that use L or R intermittently. However when I got Smash Bros I found I could hardly play a 2 minute round without both hands seizing up. The problem was twofold; reaching the buttons put strain my hands, but I also didn't have big enough hands to do that while simultaneously holding the weight of the XL, if that makes sense. I either had to play on easy without using L or R, or try and sit the XL on something, like my lap. Neither worked particularly well but did reduce cramping.
On the other hand, the smaller New 3DS hasn't caused me any issues at all so far. I can get through several rounds without cramp even while using L and R. It (Smash Bros) is actually part of the reason I couldn't decide between the regular size and XL New variants.
Finale Fireworker
Member
Question for owners: are the speakers on the New 3DS XL as bad as the ones in the 3DS XL?
Nope, huge improvement. Not using headphones in the house anymore.
They are significantly improved in both volume and clarity.
My New XL is actually almost too loud in some games.
Garrett Hawke
Member
Ordered two HORI n3DS screen protectors from Play Asia (in case I fuck up putting them on ) and a slim case. Paid for expedited shipping so I hope they'll arrive relatively soon, I hate touching screens without protectors on. Anything with a screen in my house that isn't a TV gets a screen protector (including my MBP).
) and a slim case. Paid for expedited shipping so I hope they'll arrive relatively soon, I hate touching screens without protectors on. Anything with a screen in my house that isn't a TV gets a screen protector (including my MBP).I'm the other way around, can't stand screen protectors on anything. I'd rather play rough and nude for a couple of years and then just ditch it for the next revision.
I tried out that right-side-analogue-nubby-thing for the first time last night with Res Evil Rev and wow. I thought it was gonna be crap but it works really well imo. I was able to snap the camera where I wanted fairly quickly and accurately each time. Very cool.
I tried out that right-side-analogue-nubby-thing for the first time last night with Res Evil Rev and wow. I thought it was gonna be crap but it works really well imo. I was able to snap the camera where I wanted fairly quickly and accurately each time. Very cool.
Heaps better, particularly in quality, but I'm still considering getting a FiiO portable amp.
I don't think the top plate is removable.
At least the bottom plate is changeable.
As soon as a matte replacement cover is available on ebay I am buying it to swap over with the stock glossy one. Will be so much better.
bequietdrive
Member
Still debating whether to go n3ds or xl. Currently have an ogxl but the faceplates and slightly larger screens are tempting me..
Finale Fireworker
Member
Garrett Hawke
Member
I just feel so conscious of everything I'm using if it isn't cased up, I don't know why :/
And yeah, I was surprised at how good it is. I was expecting it to be pretty shit or inaccurate because of the fact that it doesn't seem to move but it's pretty good.
Go for it! I went from an OG XL to a n3DS and I love it.
flatearthpandas
Member
They need to hurry up and announce/release this in NA.
Thanks for all the pictures and impressions, guys.
Thanks for all the pictures and impressions, guys.
well smash uses the circle pad so its not really a stretch.
talking about games that use the d-pad.
Such as? I can try one out if I have one.
dont' know if the new shantae was released in japan, but thats the current game that is annoying me.
Pretty much any 2d platformer on the system that uses triggers.
I'm PAL, but I don't have Shantae. I'm struggling to think of games that use the d-pad and triggers so if you can give some specific examples I'll look through my library and give them a try.
Ah ok, I don't really play DS games on my 3DS, so maybe that's why I'm struggling to think of any that use the d-pad at all (I was thinking you meant 3DS games).
NormalFish
Banned
Thread got bumped and I was hoping for some 3DS EU/NA rumors. Amazing that this has gone off the radar for so long.
Just like so many of you, I can't make up my mind whether to get regular or XL N3ds. I love everything about regular, but my main concern is comfort. I'm a tall guy with fairly long fingers so would regular be too small for me? Anyone here with bigger hands that went with regular size and is happy with their choice?
SNES buttons, faceplates, better pixel density are super appealing, but I guess comfort takes precedence. I do have NDS Lite which I play regularly and my hands don't cramp or anything, but slightly larger device size would definitely be more comfortable.
SNES buttons, faceplates, better pixel density are super appealing, but I guess comfort takes precedence. I do have NDS Lite which I play regularly and my hands don't cramp or anything, but slightly larger device size would definitely be more comfortable.
Zoro7
Banned
I got the 3DS for faceplates but I wish I got the XL. Its not as comfortable as the old XL to hold.
Oh well.Pancakes R Us
Member
The two n3DS systems I ordered from 365 Games arrived today, woohoo. I had a quick look at them and packed them away, feels so good to hold a small, matte system again. I had a quick feel of the c-stick. What the heck is this? It barely even moves when you touch it....has anyone used it in-game yet? Does it work well? I haven't tried any games yet or anything, waiting for the screen protectors, faceplates and carry cases to arrive from Nippon Yassan before giving them to my nieces. They won't be shipping them out until at least Monday, because they're closed for the Xmas and NY period, argh.
been using it with resident evil revelations. it works great - takes some getting used to, but it's incredibly precise.