Jo Shishido's Cheeks
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I'm still caught off guard by how quickly you return to the Home Menu now whilst in-game, all of the speed improvements are so good.
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New Nintendo 3DS & New Nintendo 3DS XL Launch Thread
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Holy sht that is expensive!!! That's over 300! Even Finnish prices aren't that high.
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
If I import the charging cradle will it work in the US?
Yes! Especially with super stable 3D it's awesome and it's super fun to play online.
Yes it will work perfectly.
thechemist
Member
Just ordered myself this micro sd card, anyone have any issues with it?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00J4G8WSI/
Also has anyone seen any screen protectors for the new standard 3DS in the UK?
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00J4G8WSI/
Also has anyone seen any screen protectors for the new standard 3DS in the UK?
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
yea I was looking in the OP
Absolutely! It's a great game.
There are some places you can get a download copy for £16 if you're interested.
It's fun to go back to your old games with the stable 3D. In 3D land I used to switch the effect off often, because I couldn't keep the exact position. Now I just leave the slider at max all the time... Why did they ever ship this system without this function 
So I went back to the remix levels in 3D Land... This is where the game really shines imo. Up to special world 7 and it's getting pretty damn hard.
So I went back to the remix levels in 3D Land... This is where the game really shines imo. Up to special world 7 and it's getting pretty damn hard.
Saiyan-Rox
Member
Son of a bitch! I just bought some Razer gear yesterday too >< my luck in a nut shell right there.
Same and also does anyone find the max volume is not that loud on headphones? Or is that more an issue with the headphones in use?
Come on, Amazon US...
Rebel Leader
THE POWER OF BUTTERSCOTCH BOTTOMS
I still haven't received my N3DS XL and reading about all of these System Transfer stories is driving me nuts.
Here's my situation. I have very few items on my current 3DS that I need to move over. At the very least, I want to carry over my Bravely Default save (but I can live even without that in fact).
When I get my N3DS and simply activate my Nintendo ID on there and start from a clean (?) slate (?) -- what will happen to my old 3DS? Can I just erase it somehow and then give it away/sell it?
Nintendo really fucked up with their 1995 style account management.
Here's my situation. I have very few items on my current 3DS that I need to move over. At the very least, I want to carry over my Bravely Default save (but I can live even without that in fact).
When I get my N3DS and simply activate my Nintendo ID on there and start from a clean (?) slate (?) -- what will happen to my old 3DS? Can I just erase it somehow and then give it away/sell it?
Nintendo really fucked up with their 1995 style account management.
ConradCervantes
Banned
1st day impressions:
speakers seem kinda borked. Push the slider halfway up and it's still quiet, nudge it up a teeny bit and it blasts sounds. Weird but forgivable.
Stylus placement is OG 3DS levels of bad. What the fuck was Nintendo thinking on that one?
I wouldn't mind the microSD being inside the system except Nintendo only allows Windows PCs to transfer info wireless and not Macs. It only takes a minute to unscrew the backside and pop it off though, so I just have to keep my Phillips handy.
New 3D effect is cool, not that I ever use it.
Upgraded specs are quite nice, Smash Bros 3DS doesn't take twenty seconds just to get to the initial screen anymore.
8.16/10
speakers seem kinda borked. Push the slider halfway up and it's still quiet, nudge it up a teeny bit and it blasts sounds. Weird but forgivable.
Stylus placement is OG 3DS levels of bad. What the fuck was Nintendo thinking on that one?
I wouldn't mind the microSD being inside the system except Nintendo only allows Windows PCs to transfer info wireless and not Macs. It only takes a minute to unscrew the backside and pop it off though, so I just have to keep my Phillips handy.
New 3D effect is cool, not that I ever use it.
Upgraded specs are quite nice, Smash Bros 3DS doesn't take twenty seconds just to get to the initial screen anymore.
8.16/10
TheSlySoul
Member
I think the stylus is the same size as OG 3DS.
Probably best to just buy a full size one.
I'm not sure if its normal with the new model or not, but if you do have it I dont think its anything to worry about.
FleetingFlowAir
Member
As someone who has used 3D almost every time for the OG 3DS, the Super Stable 3D is amazing. The 3DS should have had this in the first place. Too bad auto-brightness is wonky, but I can live without it. It is going to be an interesting experience to be playing some of my 3DS games with these improvements.
This is a lefty speaking, but at least the placement for the OG 3DS doesn't risk a big chance of the stylus falling off. I can imagine the underside of the n3DS XL wearing down and making it easier for your stylus to fall off without even knowing.
Skyfireblaze
Member
No, as far as I know you can only have a NNID linked to one device of a kind, so one
3DS(XL) and one Wii U. Your best bet is just doing a limited transfer or use the option "I use the same microSD card" if you already have a microSD in your current 3DS. After the system transfer the NNID will be unlinked from your old 3DS and can be linked to a new one.Really don't worry too much about the system transfer, it's intimidating to read about but as soon as I had both 3DSs in front of me it's easy as pie
I might not have tried enough but my OG 3Ds telescopic stylus didn't fit my new 3DS.
Good to know, much obliged.No, as far as I know you can only have a NNID linked to one device of a kind, so one
Really don't worry too much about the system transfer, it's intimidating to read about but as soon as I had both 3DSs in front of me it's easy as pie
Skyfireblaze
Member
You're welcome!
TheSlySoul
Member
Around the same height, but OG was thicker because of the extension tech.
OG XL stylus is the longest of all SKUs.
The length was restricted when they put it on the bottom. Horizontal meant it could be longer. I get they did not want to bring back extension since it would make it thicker.
Skyfireblaze
Member
Ah I see yeah that makes sense. Honestly I have no problem with the new 3DS stylus but I miss the telescopic one, it was so convenient to use.
King of Custard
Member
I so want to upgrade but my local store doesn't allow you to transfer content. What do I do now?
……forgetit
Member
Buy it outright and trade back for a refund?
Boy Wander
Member
Getting a N3DS XL (times 2) when they come back into stock in GAME.
Couple of questions for you early adopters:
1) Can someone recommend a good quality, 32Gb Micro-SD? Won't have enough room on the shipped card for my system transfers.
2) How easy is it to replace the Micro SD - I've heard (I think) talk of screws / screwdrivers being required?
Thanks.
Couple of questions for you early adopters:
1) Can someone recommend a good quality, 32Gb Micro-SD? Won't have enough room on the shipped card for my system transfers.
2) How easy is it to replace the Micro SD - I've heard (I think) talk of screws / screwdrivers being required?
Thanks.
King of Custard
Member
The cash value is crap so I would lose money doing it that way.
Edag Plata
Banned
C'mon UPS where you at?
Any 32 Micro-SD card from a reputable manufacturer will be just fine. I'm not sure what speed the SD reader in the N3DS is, but get a Class 10 card just to be on the safe side.
It's stupid easy, you just need a little screwdriver and to real the manual, it tells you how to do it right there.
Does nobody make a hard case for the regular other than the Hori one I can only see listed on Japanese sites? I expected somebody would have one available at launch. Boo.
In more positive news my black Monster Hunter plates have despatched for their two weeks in the limelight before the Triforce ones get here. Yessss.
In more positive news my black Monster Hunter plates have despatched for their two weeks in the limelight before the Triforce ones get here. Yessss.
mine was a Toshiba class 4 4GB.
but yeah, any decent brand - sandisk or samsung Evo seem popular at the moment.
TheSlySoul
Member
Yeah, my MH plates shipped from Amazon.de as well and my black regular n3DS from Amazon.fr.
Now to wait since I am a bloody American...
Stealthcobra
Member
So in the states we cant change the faceplates?
TheSlySoul
Member
No XL/LL can change faceplates due to how the top cover was made.
Regular's top is not connected to the hinge via screw.
TheSlySoul
Member
Nope, I emailed Amazon just to see since they still sell accessories. They have no plans to get the XL charging cradle. Best import it from Amazon.fr.
Mistake
Gold Member
I've been keeping an eye on the 3ds models for a while now, and am still considering on getting one. I just have some questions and concerns first. Can you guys help me out?
1. I heard the original build quality was bad, and became apparent after playing smash. Are the d-pad and stick improved?
2. n3ds vs n3dsxl Is the n3ds screen big enough? Does it really matter? Do you prefer matte or glossy? I play a DS Lite a lot, so I expect this to be a jump for me either way. Which one is more comfortable with the d-pad and stick when using the buttons?
3. With better specs on n3ds, should I just wait for the mod community to catch up? I do imports (live in NoA), and 3ds games aside, would LOVE a snes machine, so colored buttons and face plates look great. I'm also currently broke, so I can't get MM 3dsxl anyway.
1. I heard the original build quality was bad, and became apparent after playing smash. Are the d-pad and stick improved?
2. n3ds vs n3dsxl Is the n3ds screen big enough? Does it really matter? Do you prefer matte or glossy? I play a DS Lite a lot, so I expect this to be a jump for me either way. Which one is more comfortable with the d-pad and stick when using the buttons?
3. With better specs on n3ds, should I just wait for the mod community to catch up? I do imports (live in NoA), and 3ds games aside, would LOVE a snes machine, so colored buttons and face plates look great. I'm also currently broke, so I can't get MM 3dsxl anyway.
so $15 for a new xl cradle plus shipping wouldn't be awful if we want a cradle, huh?
TheSlySoul
Member
Retail price for regular is 10 EU, so $5 shipping is fantastic.
main this c stick works... but its fucking awful to use. Been trying to get used to it while playing majora, but it's just wait too resistant. Thumb feels like shit using it, and there is zero way to increase sensitivity which makes it worse.
who's brilliant idea was this? They really should have just don't a slide pad mini in the same position.
who's brilliant idea was this? They really should have just don't a slide pad mini in the same position.
Huh, I feel like mine is super responsive in Monster Hunter 4U and SSB. I wonder if it just feels that way in Majora?
akidnamededdy
Banned
So Gamestop.com changed the red and black XLs to Online Only...are we not getting another shipment anytime soon?