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[DigitalOp]

Ah, that makes sense. I didn't realize they were phasing out the OG 3DS for this.

This brings some ideas to the forefront..

1. Nintendo just brought back the Gameboy if you think about... with 3DS power.. this could be a marketing monster

2. With 3D tossed, do developers keep supporting the perks or do they toss it to the curb to take advantage of more memory?

3. Nintendo really killed it by launching with pokemon. I cannot lie, while failing in the home console territory, Ninty knows how to capture a handheld market. As of late though, their marketing techniques have been horrible.

4. Where are the trillion colors and see through model?

5. Despite the awkward appearance.. the model posses an actual purpose. A small cost barrier to access not only the 3DS library but the DS as well.. the price is only going to drop to 99 soon. Second hand market will have it 50-80.

Welcome to the second generation GBA era, friends.

 

[HolyCheck]

It's a 20% permanent price drop. That's better than the Wii U got.

Unless I'm missing some magic dollar levels in Australia...

(I mean, I get that it isn't enough for you -- I'm just puzzled as to why releasing a budget model for 20% less is a bad thing.)

based on how exchange rates are, and how money is and the rrp of consoles / games.

imagine it was just a $20 drop from the 3ds in your americans.

not worth it really.

 

[darkistheway]

They probably did it because kids usually break the hinges and they're advertising a $12 case to keep it in on the official website.

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[thefit]

Welp, that actually aint nice, but at that price point and the lack of 3D its tempting me, i havent had a handheld since the Gba SP and my brother has a vita so.. I might bite

P.d: 20 Years Old, cant see properly/ dont like 3D effect, maybe is because of the glasses

And yes, I know i can turn off the 3d in a regular 3DS.


...on the other hand, will the og 3DS see a proce cut because of this? Sounds tempting also

you could also buy a 3ds on sale or even used and turn off the 3d I mean if you've saved $130 you should probably just keep going till you have enough for a proper 3ds.

 

[I Stalk Alone]

I embellished with the 50% part, but my son does believe the 2DS is inferior to his friends 3DS solely based on 3>2

Is that what you believe, that bigger equals better? What the hell are you teaching your son? Numbers are numbers, why are you giving them skills?

 

[FlyFaster]

Can someone tell me the dimensions?

Since it can't fold, I don't know.. I just don't see this being easy to take around.

 

[DaBoss]

Ah, that makes sense. I didn't realize they were phasing out the OG 3DS for this.

What? I don't see any indication towards phasing out the OG 3DS. With this price for the 2DS, they really don't even need to do that.

 

[Chinpoko_Master]

This thing is so ugly that even a 5 year old would be self conscious about using it in public.

 

[Mutanthands]

Ah, that makes sense. I didn't realize they were phasing out the OG 3DS for this.

Unless something just changed, my understanding was that the OG 3DS is sticking around. That's how Nintendo advertised it during the intro video.

 

[Iorv3th]

Can someone tell me the dimensions?

Since it can't fold, I don't know.. I just don't see this being easy to take around.

The look of this thing is so bad you might as well carry it in a fanny pack. Should fit.

 

[Metallix87]

Unless something just changed, my understanding was that the OG 3DS is sticking around. That's how Nintendo advertised it during the intro video.

Indeed. Where are people getting the idea that they're phasing out the 3DS?

 

[EloquentM]

Isn't this an admission that 3D is a gimmick?

It was always a gimmick. The word gimmick isn't inherently negative btw.

 

[KojiKnight]

This thing is so ugly that even a 5 year old would be self conscious about using it in public.

Yes, because you whipping our your XL in front of a bunch of people makes you look so much cooler by comparison

 

[HolyCheck]

OT, but where is that from? I saw the video version on a birgirpall video and I've been curious ever since.

GSL, the global starcraft2 league in korea. That's MVP keen.

i'm not exactly sure what game, but it would have been from 2011 or something!

http://www.gomtv.net/2013wcs3/

 

[Smellycat]

 

[MYE]

Slight, smaller redesign

edit: nope

 

[amnesiac]

holy shit?

 

[KojiKnight]

I chuckled heartily.

 

[javac]

Slight, smaller redesign

edit: nope

Edit: Fuck it's Pokemon! My eyes are fucked lol.

 

[pariah164]

May be the allergy medicine I'm on, but this made me cackle like a stoned hyena. Well plaid.

Dat Bravely Default.

You mean Pokemon X/Y.

 

[Regiruler]

You're going to jinx it and within a week we will either see a charging cradle, circle pad pro, or 3rd party accessory for it.

 

[javac]

You mean Pokemon X/Y.

That didn't just happen >_>

 

[The Jer]

initial reaction: Wait... seriously... this is a joke, right?

a few minutes later: This is actually a pretty smart move. Makes total sense to me.

 

[pariah164]

That didn't just happen >_>

Oh, but it did. It's okay dude; happens to the best of us.

 

[Hours Left]

It's so, so ugly, but I get it.

A bit disappointed in the design of it still. They coulda done much better.

 

[vareon]

Wait, the speaker is only on the left side? That's going to bug me for years.

 

[InfiniteBento]

Wait, the speaker is only on the left side? That's going to bug me for years.

Didn't notice that at all til it was posted on here.

I'm not a fan of this design at all, tbh.

 

[eojoko]

I think the "start" and "select" buttons will make this an excellent way to play VC games, which often utilize those buttons much more than more recent games.

I'd consider buying it at $129 just for some variety. . . if I could have all my digital games on two systems. Seriously bothersome. But I'm not the type to not buy digital games from Nintendo just because they have a horrible digital games policy. There's too much good stuff to avoid it on principle.

 

[javac]

Oh, but it did. It's okay dude; happens to the best of us.

God I'm a big Pokemon fan too! If I hadn't seen X/Y I would understand but I've been keeping up with them from day one, pre-ordered both and everything.

I'm ashamed of myself. I guess I'm still not used to the visual overhaul :$

Spoiler

and it's 5am.

 

[Metallix87]

Wait, the speaker is only on the left side? That's going to bug me for years.

It's mono. The only way to get stereo sound is with headphones.

 

[watershed]

Having seen some photos of people actually holding the 2ds it's not as hideous as I initially thought. In a way it makes more sense now.

 

[Somnid]

The more I look at it the more it grows on me. It think the square-ish wedge actually isn't a bad shape but the face and asymmetric screens is what makes it look bad. Start/select/home/power are all big improvements.

 

[Insaniac]

Posted?

 

[Thunder Monkey]

It honestly reminds me of GCN era Nintendo.

Bad aesthetics great designs that might feel good in the hands, but are just an eyesore.

 

[Regiruler]

That settings screen makes me think updates will be automatic.

 

[Freezie KO]

I'm not against the idea of a budget 3DS for people who might break the hinge, but I'm not sure I'd want to use the D-pad and play a game that needs the L-button.

 

[vareon]

It's mono. The only way to get stereo sound is with headphones.

That's not much of a problem, but my ears got a bit tingly when I hear sound only from one side. Though yes, this isn't a problem with headphones.

 

[$h@d0w]

If it's marketed to 5 year olds, shouldn't it be PEGI 3+?

Whoops.

 

[Nags]

The collector in me totally wants to buy this abomination.

 

[eojoko]

Having seen some photos of people actually holding the 2ds it's not as hideous as I initially thought. In a way it makes more sense now.

I thought it looked good as soon as I saw it. I can't think of a better design that retains all the functionality of this version.

Buttons are high so you can reach the shoulder buttons. The shoulder buttons look sturdier than other Nintendo handheld shoulder buttons. The "start" and "select" buttons are actually buttons (thank god!). The two cameras on the back, as it has been pointed out, are for AR games, not 3D pictures (in the 2DS at least).

 

[DDayton]

based on how exchange rates are, and how money is and the rrp of consoles / games.

imagine it was just a $20 drop from the 3ds in your americans.

not worth it really.

It's a 20% price reduction. I don't see how that's equivalent to a 12-13% price cut, which is what $20 off would be.

 

[Metallix87]

If it's marketed to 5 year olds, shouldn't it be PEGI 3+?

I don't think a handheld is appropriate for a 3 year old, so it's likely the most accurate rating.

 

[NinjaTehFish]

At first i was like "what the hell?" but after sitting on it and seeing more pics i have to say im really digging the design of this thing gives me a game and watch vibe.


P.S that red and white unit is sex.

 

[Mlatador]

Posted?

Looks much better than the OG 3DS and is definitely easier to hold. Just look at that. The Dpad and buttons are way to low on the OG 3DS to play comfortably for a longer time - that's why everyone was crying for an extra grip.

Edit: I just realized the gab between upper and lower screen on the 2DS is also smaller.

 

[Roo]

I must be the only human being on the face of the Earth that really likes this design.
Specially the red/white one.

 

[Yagharek]

I must be the only human being on the face of the Earth that really likes this design.
Specially the red/white one.

I might see if the wife is interested for free animal crossing with the referral link.

 

[Ninja Scooter]

Looks much better than the OG 3DS and is definitely easier to hold. Just look at that. The Dpad and buttons are way to low on the OG 3DS to play comfortably for a longer time - that's why everyone was crying for an extra grip.

it looks like something a bootlegger would make.

 

[davepoobond]

what the fuck is that

 

[ajim]

Hideous.

 

[javac]

Well it looks alright to me. Controls are higher up so less cramped. Matte so no scratches and finger prints. Form factor looks better to me too. Granted I already have the GOAT White XL but yeah it looks fine.