Mysterious
Banned
Yeah. Okay great, was worried I had to send this off to Nintendo for a sec lol. Thanks!
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New Nintendo 3DS & New Nintendo 3DS XL Launch Thread
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Yeah. Okay great, was worried I had to send this off to Nintendo for a sec lol. Thanks!
I like it. I use charging docks for anything that can use them though. Vita 1k, 3DS, 3DSXL, my phone.
Byron Bluth
Banned
The head tracking 3D is great but it still flickers if you're mocing your head too much but then snaps into place a second afterwards.
Right?
Everyone keeps talking how perfect it is. Yes it tracks but I but it sometimes needs a moment to snap back into position if you've moved your head too much.
Right?
Everyone keeps talking how perfect it is. Yes it tracks but I but it sometimes needs a moment to snap back into position if you've moved your head too much.
Found that one at playasia.. let's see if it actually arrives!
i bought one on a whim today (white new 3ds, with wood mario faceplate). god what a great piece of hardware, so well balanced and beautiful. solid and chunky compared to the very plasticky feel of nintendo's recent designs, yet also looking classy as hell with or without faceplates.
i thought it would be hard going from xl to normal sized again but it's just right. lovely to have a 3ds that won't take up huge space in my bag everyday too.
i thought it would be hard going from xl to normal sized again but it's just right. lovely to have a 3ds that won't take up huge space in my bag everyday too.
psychotron
Member
I can't believe how great the 3D is on Mario 3D Land now. It's absolutely perfect! Although I'm still having some issues with Ocarina of Time. It's not as bad but it seems like it's trying real hard all the time to keep the 3d locked.
Playasia is a reliable shop, so I wouldn't worry.
I tend to either use Nippon-Yasan or Nin-Nin Game, but since the first one is sold out atm, I linked to an eBay auction.
Stealthcobra
Member
When in the super stable 3d calibration is it very sensitive? If i move at all it flickers and says that its not functioning correctly... Is this normal?
……forgetit
Member
Do you wear glasses/are you in direct sunlight?
Stop posting stuff like that... I decided not to buy a n3ds an hour ago =(
Revolutionary
Member
So what are the chances of the regular N3DS being released in NA? The L button of my launch 3DS is borked and I'd really like to replace it with a N3DS, but I'm not sure I can deal with the downgrade in image quality to the XL.
……forgetit
Member
What 3ds model do you have?
Don't hold your breath.
Well, I just compared my c-stick directly with my room-mates, and mine is DEFINITELY messed up. it will register up and left just fine, but if I push it to the right or down, it kinda slides back after the initial press. it also feels different. This was confirmed through the calibration screen too. AND I already did the big-ol transfer and bought the dang thing out of town so looks like i'm going to have to send it in to get repaired. *sigh*
Other than that, I absolutely love it so far!
Other than that, I absolutely love it so far!
Not enough money in the near future sadly. Perhaps in a month or two.
Stealthcobra
Member
I'm playing with out my glasses... And only normal light from my bedroom
Revolutionary
Member
……forgetit
Member
No idea....
I experience this as well. I was starting to think I was crazy because everyone said how perfect it was.
Coffee Dog
Banned
Build a time machine?
The MMN3DSXL has been really hard to find, your last shot was probably picking up the extra units at launch. Now that most places have been cleared out I'm pretty sure scalpers are your only option.
grave_danger
Neo Member
I haven't noticed any issues with using glasses and the new 3D head tracking. I've played with my glasses both on and off and the result seems to be the same.
Rogue Agent
Banned
If I buy the New 3DS and then log in to my old NNID, will this work or is the NNID tied to my previous 3DS XL?
Its tied to hardware. You need to have both systems on hand and do a system transfer or its permanently locked to the old one.
Rogue Agent
Banned
Thanks.
MicroSD. If you want to go higher than 32GB, you can, even though they don't officially seem to support it.
Just format the card on your computer to FAT32 and it'll be fine.
If you want your old NNID back you can try and call Nintendo. They may be able to help you
FaintDeftone
Junior Member
I noticed the head tracking doesn't seem to work as well in the dark, but seeing as it is a camera, I'm not surprised. Still, I keep the 3D turned on now as opposed to the previous two models which I always kept off. Definitely a huge improvement!
I'm getting used to the C-nub and it works great with camera control in Majora's Mask. I definitely do not see me using it on a first person shooter, though (I think RE: Revelations is the closest thing anyway).
I'm getting used to the C-nub and it works great with camera control in Majora's Mask. I definitely do not see me using it on a first person shooter, though (I think RE: Revelations is the closest thing anyway).
What games are you thinking about getting it for?
As a new 3DS owner, I can certainly say, if you choose to pick one up, you will not be disappointed. If you haven't owned a Nintendo handheld since the GBC, oh boy, prepare yourself for greatness.
Mostly want to play the Zelda games. Never played any of them. I really don't even know much about the games available. Outside of the big Nintendo first party stuff.
iRAWRasaurus
Banned
I think its alright. Its better than the old 3ds XL. But I cant say much since I dont use the 3d function really.
CoolZombie
Member
Just gone in and grabbed a white new 3DS (decided for the regular model so I can grab me some faceplates). Was simple here in the UK, no stock issues fortunately. Got SSF4 and Layton and the Miracle Mask for free so pretty sweet!
Great thanks.
I just bought a New Nintendo 3DS (the regular sized) in black. A charger. Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate. And that's it. None of the stores in the mall had any face plates or craddles.
I also already have Steel Diver and Phoenix Wright Vs. Professor Layton. Too bad I sold all of my best games for very cheap last year.
psychotron
Member
O.v.e.rlord
Banned
Pick one on Friday and I got to say this is the best amiibo device!! Load up a amiibo for a day and walk away. Come back home. Save the back to the amiibo and repeat. This way I can at with amiibo a where ever!!!! Woot!
Wreck-It Ralph
Member
I have the exact same problem. I'm wondering if some of us got defective units.
Reiterating what everyone's said: the 3D head tracking is really impressive (coming from a guy who always played the OG 3DS with the 3D jacked up). The c-nub is awesome, too--works great with MH. I love this handheld. It's not a HUGE leap over the OG, but if you're able to trade up (Gamestop giving a decent $100 credit for trade in through today only) it's a worthy upgrade.
freeofgreed
Member
My biggest problem with this so far is the placement of the power button. I had a feeling it would be a problem when I saw that they moved it to the bottom and so far it has become a big problem. I've become used to playing the 3ds with my pinkies resting on the bottom of the console, I've only had it for 24 hours and so far I've accidentally shut it off 3 times already. First time I lost about 20 mins of progress on TotA and most recently it was during an online smash match now I have to wait 10 minutes till I can play again. I play a lot of RPGs so I am dreading all the progress I know I am going to loose in the future because of this
Just opened up my pack and I have to say the materials is so nice! Much better than my OG 3DS actually. And I liked that small form factor but this one is smoother around the edges and nice to hold.
I have to say, that the c-nub is really stiff though. It almost feels like I'm not moving it at all. I haven't started up the system with Monster Hunter 4 yet, as it is charging but my first impression is, that the c-nub is extremely stiff to move.
I have to say, that the c-nub is really stiff though. It almost feels like I'm not moving it at all. I haven't started up the system with Monster Hunter 4 yet, as it is charging but my first impression is, that the c-nub is extremely stiff to move.
Cheeseman Battitude
Member
C-Stick is pretty much like a nipple on a laptop keyboard.
I have never tried those. So my impression is normal?
psychotron
Member
The hinge is looser on this than my original XL so you can slide the screen left and right a bit.
Coffee Dog
Banned
So how competetive is the gamestop rate for OG 3ds ($75)? If I can sell my 3ds online for a bit more I'd rather do that, but since today is the last day of the promotion I'd like to capitalize on it if I should.
……forgetit
Member
Today is the last day for $75, but I think that"?'s the best you'll get. I'd have to look though.
Nvm, looks like they're going for $100 even on average.
Steve McQueen
Member
First world problem here. My wife bought the Monster Hunter edition and the Majora's mask edition, she could not reach me at work so she decided to get both, so I can pick the one I like and return the other to the store. Can't decide which to open. Never played Monster Hunter before and it may take too much time to get into the series. On the other hand ...I love how the Monster Hunter edition looks and I have bought a regular copy of Majora's Mask too. Any advice who have seen both in real life or played Monster Hunter for the first time?
……forgetit
Member
There's a demo, try it in your current 3ds
Steve McQueen
Member
Thanks. I've tried but found it confusing. Dunno what to think of it atm.