No, I have a black regular n3DS (JPN) so only 2 nXLs. I initially only wanted to get the MM nXL, but the GS Trade in promo enabled me to get the Red for about $25. (Traded in a 2DS and my old XL)
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New Nintendo 3DS & New Nintendo 3DS XL Launch Thread
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Anyone else experiencing a ton of ghosting? Way more than my previous xl and og 3ds. I'm gonna return it. I don't think the super stable 3d is working properly. When I try to calibrate it gives me a message that it isn't working when i move my head, as it suggests I do in order to calibrate. I also don't think the looseness of my hinge is acceptable.
SparksterMeta0
Member
THIS! F'n this!
I was asking myself after the data transfer was done for my XL, "What happens if I need to get rid of the music from the Sound Channel? Do I need to remove the back cover again?!".
Then checked the Data Management option and found micro SD card, then followed the instructions to register it to my laptop.
Wow. I never thought I needed this until now.
Reluctant-Hero
Member
Ah, I see. I have regular white n3DS from Japan. Now the novelty has worn off as I have a nXL.
What form of ghosting? Double images against a dark background?
Just a lot of double image in general in mm. Only game I have because nnid transfer is taking forever.
The Teachinator
Banned
Does anyone know if Nintendo world has these in stock? I'm taking my daughter into the city tomorrow and would like to get one for her.
Last I heard they had sold out, but I think you can call them and ask.
The Teachinator
Banned
Thanks! We will be in to grab some loot anyhow was just hoping for a sure thing.
Rawr Its Ry
Member
I actually found a new xl today, called a gamestop between classes and they actually had one, so I ended up leaving campus.
I also ordered a memory card on amazon but that hasn't arrived yet, could I set up my 3ds w/ a eshop account or Nintendo ID on the default memory card and then transfer it to my new one when it comes in, or should I just wait? Also has anyone tried the gamestop branded charger for 3ds, if so how is it?
I also ordered a memory card on amazon but that hasn't arrived yet, could I set up my 3ds w/ a eshop account or Nintendo ID on the default memory card and then transfer it to my new one when it comes in, or should I just wait? Also has anyone tried the gamestop branded charger for 3ds, if so how is it?
psychotron
Member
Got to try out the stable 3D on the train today, where it was previously impossible to use. It was fucking glorious!! I left 3D on full the entire time with zero issues. Amazing!
Once you've transfered the licenses to the new console (as that's on internal space, iirc), I think you can swap cards with a PC moving all the files if need be, same as it worked with the OG models.
FleetingFlowAir
Member
I pretty much had to give the OG 3DS towards pre-order even though I wanted to trade it in once I had my n3DS since I knew that I needed to do the System Transfer to keep all of my data safe. This was before they extended the Trade-In deal from Feb 13 to Feb 15, by the way.
TheSlySoul
Member
I had the new XL in my hands and was not really impressed personally. Different strokes for different folks I guess.
I am more excited getting a black regular and putting the Zelda plate on it.
So I will be doing a transfer to my new 3DS when I get home from work today...I did purchase a 32GB microSD card that I havent isntalled yet...whats the first thing I should do regarding that?
1. Replace the 4GB microSD with the new 32GB microSD card then let the N3DS format it and then go through the transfer process?
or
2. Go through the transfer process with the preinstalled 4GB N3DS card and then when it gets to the point where you copy the data to a PC...then copy it to the 32GB card and isntall.
Im pretty sure it's option 1, but I just want to make sure...thanks!
1. Replace the 4GB microSD with the new 32GB microSD card then let the N3DS format it and then go through the transfer process?
or
2. Go through the transfer process with the preinstalled 4GB N3DS card and then when it gets to the point where you copy the data to a PC...then copy it to the 32GB card and isntall.
Im pretty sure it's option 1, but I just want to make sure...thanks!
Rawr Its Ry
Member
Thanks! I'm not transferring any licences between an older 3ds and the current one, but what if I buy a eshop game on the default card, and swap files to the bigger mem card when it comes in, would that be an issue?
Seth Enosh
Member
There have been a few cross sale promotions.
I believe the wiiu supports up to 8 NNIDs, so you could make a new NNID on the new 3ds and use it on your wii u as needed for any cross sale stuff that comes in the future.
Not as far as I am aware. Outside of the transferring process being a bit "odd", everything else should behave exactly as it did with the OG models so if you buy something with your NNID on the new hardware and just swap cards, then you won't have a problem and can move files around using your PC.
FleetingFlowAir
Member
Odd how Nintendo doesn't really advertise about this feature besides on their own site. This is pretty important since no one would want to remove the back cover more than once. I like to show off Tomodachi Life screenshots to my internet friends.
Just had a thought and managed to 'fix' this but still can't help but be concerned...
As the Home button sits directly above the headphone jack, I plugged a headset into the jack and gave it a wiggle. Then the Home button started working.
Hopefully this will now stay working but very disapointed to have found something of a design flaw with what otherwise seems like a solid piece of kit. I'm certainly hopeful that this doesnt become a recurring problem.
Probably means a loose connection or the board hadn't "popped" into place. Depending on how savvy with electronics you are, you could open up the 3DS and look inside and see. If not, you could always take it in for a replacement.
TheSlySoul
Member
I found a solution if the eye tracking sucks for you...
Go to settings, other settings, super stable 3d (3D+ icon).
Improved the eye tracking by 30%.
Go to settings, other settings, super stable 3d (3D+ icon).
Improved the eye tracking by 30%.
Starwolf_UK
Member
Cross promotions have to be bought on the same NNID and if another user already owns something I don't think you can buy it so doing that might make things worse.
Just leave the New 3DS without an NNID for now. Unless you are really dying for a demo or a f2p game (fuck Nintendo for making these mandatory to have NNID for). Not having an NNID means if you ever do transfer you can consolidate any purchases you make there into the NNID. Having another NNID on there means the purchases are tied to that NNID.
Hopefully a handheld successor will be able to support multiple users and other things...
This and the transfer limit were to discourage people from scooping up digital libaries from secondhand systems (as content merged, using up two of the 5 uses and having to wait a week to get it back onto your 3DS are not fun) as nobody likes digital content resold. Of course NNID kind of prevents both by stealing the licenses from the system and many people making it because they need demos or f2p games (when NNID was introduced to 3DS they transfer limit vanished).
I gotta say the MM3DSXL is beautiful looking in-person. I like it a lot and I'm actually really happy I bought it. I thought I'd regret it since I was perfectly happy with my OG but now... I definitely am glad I finally upgraded from that lol. It feels so much more comfortable in my hands and the bigger screen looks soooo nice (haven't tried a game with it yet though, currently transferring stuff over).
MaverickHunterAsh
Member
Ugh, my New 3DS XL came with a shitty right-hand back panel screw that I had to strip just to get the damn panel off (using the correct Philips #0 screwdriver no less). Left screw is fine and comes off effortlessly.
Anyone know if these stupid screws are commercially available? I'd rather just replace it myself than have to send this thing to Nintendo and not see it for who knows how long.
This awful back panel and how much force it requires to remove are horrible design flaws that I can't believe made it through QA. Maybe it's just a tiny percentage of systems that have this issue?
Anyone know if these stupid screws are commercially available? I'd rather just replace it myself than have to send this thing to Nintendo and not see it for who knows how long.
This awful back panel and how much force it requires to remove are horrible design flaws that I can't believe made it through QA. Maybe it's just a tiny percentage of systems that have this issue?
I didn't have much issue with my back panel. Unscrewed both until I heard a little sound and then used the stylus to crack open each side (there's two little open cracks on both sides on the back). Could just be your unit had a bad screw?
TheSlySoul
Member
Only Amazon.com which says Nintendo does not plan to ship the XL charge cradle to them.
Also lol 2 systems
Saargabath
Member
I've played with the stable 3D and it is likely to detect your face then track your eyes. The initial presentation actually says so IIRC.
The ideal lighting would be no back lighting (so the camera can see you face), face well lit without reflections on your glasses (anti-reflection glasses help).
Are you sure it's not the otherway around? Meaning better experience with darker screen? It would make more sense if you have non-coated glasses.
Maybe cause mine came off so easily. Simple as shit. Took 30 secs.
MaverickHunterAsh
Member
Yeah, I think mine just has a bad screw. Like I said, the lefthand screw unscrewed effortlessly (even though the left side of the panel still took the strength of a gorilla to pry off, even using the tip of the stylus to open it from the crack), but the righthand screw is just lodged in there like a mother and my screwdriver can't get a grip on it (and I can see that it's obviously a little stripped).
I can just barely get at the microSD slot with the panel pulled halfway open, so I guess it's not a complete loss, but still... what a (first-world) pain in the ass.
That might be the case because I had a problem with my right screw too. I managed to get it off after about 15 minutes, but I left a small scratch on the right side while trying to pull the panel off.
Beren the Empty-Handed
Member
Ugh, can't get the screws to come out, which seems like a problem others are having. I'm using a #00, but it can't get a grip. Do I need a #0?
Not sure if it was a problem with mine, but the screws didn't actually come off. They only loosened a little bit.
MaverickHunterAsh
Member
Interesting. Sounds like this could be an issue affecting at least a few systems out there. Thankfully I didn't scratch mine, but the back panel is just a pain in the ass to get off in general. Shame too, because that's the one real downside/step back with the n3DS XL compared to the original XL.
As far as I understand it you're using the correct screwdriver (I also used a #00, which is what Nintendo recommends), but it might not matter if yours came with a stripped screw like mine did.
Just looosen them. The screws are not meant to be removed.
Lighting doesn't seem to be important. I've played mine in strong sunlight and at night in a dark room, and the 3D works. The camera switches over to IR in low light - you can see when it's using IR when the camera lens gets a red glow, HAL 9000 style.
I'm not sure if it's based on face tracking or eye tracking. The stable 3D works when I wear my sunglasses, and I doubt the camera scan see my eyes through my dark lenses. The Nintendo support page only mentions tracking your face.
http://en-americas-support.nintendo...a_id/13792/~/how-to-calibrate-super-stable-3d
Doc Holliday
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Interesting. Sounds like this could be an issue affecting at least a few systems out there. Thankfully I didn't scratch mine, but the back panel is just a pain in the ass to get off in general. Shame too, because that's the one real downside/step back with the n3DS XL compared to the original XL.
As far as I understand it you're using the correct screwdriver (I also used a #00, which is what Nintendo recommends), but it might not matter if yours came with a stripped screw like mine did.
And people thought those complaning about the screws were being dramatic.
Btw I recommend you guys use one of these
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BDDG8Y/?tag=neogaf0e-20
The screwdriver has a little hole you stick a metal pin into so that you can get enough torque to unscrew. This lowers the chance of stripping the screw.
What a shitty design decision by Nintendo.
Alex
Member
Wow had no idea that it was so expensive now, that's kind of bizarre. When I bought mine like...a year after release, I think? It seemed like it was constantly on sale for 20 dollars.
more info on this? i had no idea this was possible and can't find anything with a quick google
Go to Data Management then microSD card.
Conor_Fool
Banned
Holy shit. So I loosened my screws and got absolutely nowhere in removing the backplate, so I went to Home Depot to make sure I had the right screwdriver. I just loosened them again and this thing seriously will not freaking come off. How the hell do I get it off? And what part of the stylus do I use? I've already scratched off a little paint on the hinge :'o
From what I heard, doing it over wifi takes ages. Dan from GiantBomb did this and reported it taking like 8 hours. Sounds ridiculous.
Not to mention, if you only have 1 AC adapter, youre gonna have to swap them from 3ds to 3ds just to keep them charged long enough to complete the process.
Also - if you want to upgrade from the 4gb, you have to put the card in anyway. Nintendo could atleast do us a solid and give us more than 4 fucking gb for being loyal customers and upgrading to the new 3ds when its probably going to go along the same path as the DSi.
Not to mention, the sd card they give you is a toshiba, which is the cheapest on the market.
I just took mine off. You really have to kind pull it up and push down at the same time. I felt like I was going to break it to be honest. Just give it a strong pull and it will come out. Just dont lose the screws.
And my opinion on having to unscrew the back to put a new card in is that it is a terrible design choice and goes against Nintendo's usual mantra. I dont understand it. Its not like the sd card coming out was ever an issue on older models. It obviously doesnt save space either considering this model is slightly bigger over all than the previous XL.
WonkyPanda
Member
FINALLY got my MM n3DS.
So, is the top screen being able to move slightly laterally normal now?
So, is the top screen being able to move slightly laterally normal now?