Jazzy Network
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Might as well not even ship it. Gotta go to Nintendo headquarters to pick it up!
Nintendo statement on lack of adaptor in NA.
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Might as well not even ship it. Gotta go to Nintendo headquarters to pick it up!
Winterfang
Banned
I bough a new Xbox 360. It came with an AV cable and didn't had a component output. I had to buy an HDMI cable which was 6bucks because it was Christmas. I was pissed
CambriaRising
Member
Your comparison is flawed. It only works if they are not providing any video cables at all.
Which they are, hence not as big of a deal. People still had a problem with the PS3 only coming with composite cables for years, as well.
I agree. I think it is absolute bullshit....
however, it isn't the end of the world that some are making it seem.
I especially love that THIS is what makes someone not buy another Nintendo system...
yeah ok.
Arrogant Bastard
Banned
Agreed, but it can at the very least be used. The new 3DS cannot be used, period without an additional purchase. It happening in other parts of the world doesn't make it acceptable.
Mechanized
Member
Its sad to see anti consumer practices like this being justified and even outright praised here. No, it's not even sad really, it's sickening. People bending over backwards to defend corporations. The lot of you corporate apologists might as well have obey stamped on your fucking foreheads.
And then you can compare it to PS4 and Bone, both only HDMI output, both come with HDMI cables. N3DS is not functional out of the box.
7DollarHagane
Banned
This is my point - it's a bad decision, it's a dumb decision, but it's not the end of the world.
The way some of these posters are so over the top angry is too much. Not every slight a company does against you needs to be World War 3.
The dumbest decision of today is not bringing the normal new 3DS to the US. I'm pissed about that.
I bet they wait 6 months and release it then hoping people will double dip.
"We are giving our customers the wonderful opportunity to experience Kyoto while picking up their Nintendo 3ds. It will only play games you buy while in Japan however so stock up and please understand."
canedaddy
Member
I woke up planning to preorder a N3DS, and today's news changed my mind (not just the AC adapter but also limited colors, XL only, Majora's Mask edition not including the game, etc.). It's not really about the extra money and effort required to buy the cable separately, it's more about the fact that I don't want to support a company that has so much disdain for its customers that it would try to save a few cents by not including something in the box that's required for the system to work. That is a big middle finger waving in our faces.
calc84maniac
Member
I was pretty annoyed that my DualShock 4 didn't come with a charging cable. And no, I don't have any extra Micro USB cables.
LOL. I love this post.
Your PS4 came with one.
7DollarHagane
Banned
Who's praising?
Acceptance is probably the best you're going to find here. Acceptance does not make you a sheep. It makes you a reasonable adult.
I'll give them shit for not giving the option of the smaller new 3ds though.
Schreckstoff
Banned
It's like buying a car w/o a fuel cap.
Sure if you already have a car you can use the one from that by why do you have to and what do you do if you want to sell your old car?
Sure if you already have a car you can use the one from that by why do you have to and what do you do if you want to sell your old car?
Hmmm I'm pretty sure I got one with mine...
WrenchNinja
Member
It also wouldnt be the end of the world if Nintendo decided to include one. Where are people making it seem like it is the end of the world?
calc84maniac
Member
Joke's on you, I have a PS TV.
anotherVegan
Member
Chargers are relatively inexpensive, right?
Winterfang
Banned
I won't buy another Nintendo system, but that's because I was going to buy the regular New 3DS and I can't. Hopefully it release down the road, but I want to be complete. My DSlite worked out of the box like a charm.
Yeah, worse part is some new version of it so when I gave my old Xbox to my friend that an old TV. I had to buy another adapter, the whole process was unpleasant. This is just unacceptable.
1. I didn't say it was about me, I just said from my personal experience. Not that everything is "about me".
You have to put the upgrades in factor, all those upgrades cost a lot more than you think. (unless I'm wrong, then feel free to mock me.).
No way they'll give chargers for free, at least they have to mark up the price.
I Dont think mine did. But they at least had the sense to use a standard cord so I just grabbed one of my million (until I bought the charging dock which is great).
TheSlySoul
Member
Reminds me plenty of Sega's run during the Saturn / Game Gear era.
At least Nintendo's last console will be pretty awesome.
PS TV has a SKU that works right out of the box, I am confused by your answer.
Cable is not a proprietary format. Do PS TVs (bundled or not) not come with a mini or micro USB cable at all?
publicpwnerer
Member
Does the *new* 3DS use a micro-USB or it's own proprietary bullshit?
Arrogant Bastard
Banned
Brian★;147505772 said:
Upgrades typically get cheaper over time do they not?
Proprietary.
The lack of the smaller sku is a legit gripe (even if I understand it ,if the smaller ones from before weren't doing so hot, but still choice is always better). Colors are meh and a lot of their bundles don't include the game and it is the same price as the normal ones whereas the bundle that does include a game is basically 10 buck less than if you would buy a normal one with the game...so not seeing the big deal there either.
But I get that if things add up are enough for you to pass (IMO if there was no XL, I'd pass because fuck that) but the glorious anger over OMG NO AC ADAPTER is just silly to me...I get that it sucks and such but honestly it isn't this mega doomsday event that should be the reason you pass on the console.
TheSlySoul
Member
It uses the same charger that only fits 3DS/DSi chargers. The charger can be used for absolutely nothing else. Wii Gamepad charger also fits on nothing else. Wii Pro Pad uses USB B, so that at least isn't too bad!
What? I bought a 17 Nokia phone as a backup, and it had an AC adaptor.
Petrae
Member
Thank you for judging everyone's financial situations for them. I mean, hell, if you hadn't told us that we should stop buying video games over 5-10 dollars, we'd really be fucked.
Also, kudos in assuming that those who are upset about this weren't interested in the device. I thought I was interested. I mean... I was asking questions to those who had a New 3DS and it seemed like an upgrade to my "Old" 3DS XL might have been a good idea, but not because I was interested in it.
There are like 80 threads about this issue in which people are swearing off never buying another Nintendo product ever because of it.
Hyperbole and I am sure a lot of it is just general reactionary butthurt but still it is out there...the whole gaming side in general is just a negative mess right now lol.
Theanine3D
Member
Ebay is full of cheap $3 AC adapters (with free shipping) so, while I do think it was shitty of Nintendo not to include something so essential, I feel the reaction here may be a bit extreme?
This decision is something that hurts Nintendo much more than us. We here on GAF are the hardcore fans who know ahead of time that it's not included, and can plan ahead for it by buying one ourselves. But the uninformed mom and dad buying their kid a New 3DS this holiday season will not. They'll feel burned by the adapter's omission when their kid can't even play the device they bought on Christmas. This will hurt Nintendo's reputation with them, their most prized demographic.
Hardcore gamers like us will buy the thing anyway, adapter or not. Look at how fast the LE XL's have sold out. Nintendo knows we'll buy them anyway.
This decision is something that hurts Nintendo much more than us. We here on GAF are the hardcore fans who know ahead of time that it's not included, and can plan ahead for it by buying one ourselves. But the uninformed mom and dad buying their kid a New 3DS this holiday season will not. They'll feel burned by the adapter's omission when their kid can't even play the device they bought on Christmas. This will hurt Nintendo's reputation with them, their most prized demographic.
Hardcore gamers like us will buy the thing anyway, adapter or not. Look at how fast the LE XL's have sold out. Nintendo knows we'll buy them anyway.
Arrogant Bastard
Banned
There are 80 threads about a lack of an integral part, really? That isn't hyperbole, that is a lie.
WrenchNinja
Member
How are they reacting like it's the end of the world? They're reacting to shitty product decisions.
TheSlySoul
Member
Yep.
I am predicting 3DS and Wii U combine sell only 30 million new customers within LTD due to all the decisions made. 3DS selling 2:1 of course. 2015 is Wii U's third year right?
Edit: I think 45 million total if you factor in upgrades of 3DS.
Ah yeah, I don't agree with some of the hyperbole. Made a post about it several minutes ago but I do agree that people should be vocal about practices they don't sympathize with as long as it's something reasonable, this being an example.
Rock And Roll
Member
I must be in the minority who really doesn't care about the lack of an AC adapter. I've already got three. I assume most of you who are whining and complaining own one or two.
As for the "yeah but I want to trade my 3DS in to Gamestop for a promotion!!" angle, aren't you going to want to transfer your old data over to your new 3DS? I know I've got a bunch of retail/eShop/VC games I would want on my new system.
Really I don't think the majority of people purchasing the N3DS will be new owners so a charger shouldn't be an issue. I actually believe Nintendo when they say it's for environmental reasons. I don't need a bunch of useless chargers around my house and neither do any of you.
Get upset over the fact there is only the XL version or something else that actually matters. This is a non-issue.
As for the "yeah but I want to trade my 3DS in to Gamestop for a promotion!!" angle, aren't you going to want to transfer your old data over to your new 3DS? I know I've got a bunch of retail/eShop/VC games I would want on my new system.
Really I don't think the majority of people purchasing the N3DS will be new owners so a charger shouldn't be an issue. I actually believe Nintendo when they say it's for environmental reasons. I don't need a bunch of useless chargers around my house and neither do any of you.
Get upset over the fact there is only the XL version or something else that actually matters. This is a non-issue.
neotokyo360
Member
Money Money
NOA wanted Your Money.
NOA wanted Your Money.
yes they do, but are they right now? No, why don't we see Japanese people complaining over it, some Europeans not complaining over it. It always has to be the god damn Americans.
jamesinclair
Banned
Stop making proprietary shit. They change the charger every other handheld. Should be usb.
And $200 is a fucking joke
And $200 is a fucking joke
7DollarHagane
Banned
It's really odd to me because I managed to catch the nintendo direct on lunch break, and was super excited for all the stuff they announced. I was disappointed by a few things but overall very excited.
Its weird to get on gaf later and see so many people being so upset.
If the extra 10 bucks is that much of a problem for your financial situation, you shouldn't be buying a $200 device.
Sorry.
I'm not loaded either but if I was that cash strapped a fucking videogame handheld is the least of my worries.
Again I have said this sucks and should be included and all that but come on guys.
and if those testimonials made you feel like upgrading and yet an unfortunate $10 purchase is what swayed you from not buying it..then what does that say about your initial interest?
If this is the final straw to make you boycot Nintendo, go for it...I just find it super silly that THIS is where people drew the line.
To me when you buy a gaming console it should come with everything it needs to work right out of the box. Imagine all the shit Sony would get if they didn't release a power cord with the ps4. I mean its the same thing as the 3ds and hell the ps3 cord is better than what came with the ps4.
Arrogant Bastard
Banned
It is whining and complaining now to expect a device to ship with the shit that is required to make it usable? Really?
I own Zero. I was going to buy a previous 3DSXL around Xmas, but knew the new version was coming out so I waited. I want a new version, but I'm not going to support this type of anti-consumer bullshit.
Of course you do.
Brian★;147507206 said:
You can drop this type of crap right now.
You're mistaken. The NES and SNES use different size plugin. And N64 AC adapter is way, way, way different than the previous consoles.
canedaddy
Member
What a crazy notion!