Doc Holliday
SPOILER: Columbus finds America
just in case any euro gaffers are considering the orange cover plates.
I would kill for that 3ds! Damn you noa
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New Nintendo 3DS & New Nintendo 3DS XL Launch Thread
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I would kill for that 3ds! Damn you noa
DrROBschiz
Member
just in case any euro gaffers are considering the orange cover plates.
Damnit now I really want a Creamsicle
lol
sweet. will heckle the manager about this.
this is a not broken link btw:
http://www.polygon.com/2015/2/11/8021989/gamestop-nintendo-new-3ds-xl
I want one of these so badly, but I'm in the Caribbean for the foreseeable future and need one from Europe (fuck you region locking). It's probably impossible 
Would there be any cheap way of getting an EU n3ds to the US? Maybe a friend could pick it up there for me. Any good import sites? I'd also need an address. Fuck, it's impossible.
I don't even want any new games, I just want to replay all the great games I already have on a console that isn't dying. (My 3DS is on its last legs due to being dropped in diet coke)
Would there be any cheap way of getting an EU n3ds to the US? Maybe a friend could pick it up there for me. Any good import sites? I'd also need an address. Fuck, it's impossible.
I don't even want any new games, I just want to replay all the great games I already have on a console that isn't dying. (My 3DS is on its last legs due to being dropped in diet coke)
This will probably explain it - http://www.neogaf.com/forum/showthread.php?p=151581359&highlight=#post151581359
LouieGeetoo
Member
That's it. Not living through that again. Just ordered screen protectors for my New XL. (These ones.) Hopefully that'll be sufficient...
You aren't alone. I'm debating on importing one but then I'll be stuck to staying digital or importing. I know the region freeze hacks work now but don't know how long that will last.
I wish I had a decent camera as I'd photograph the nature of the problem. I think a screen protector is a wise precaution though. I'm very ticked off about it!
SomethingInTheSea
Member
Thanks, I bet that's it, I don't remember any separate charger line on the order although it was clearly displayed in the picture of what I ordered.
Me_Marcadet
Member
It's night and day. The XL screen feels like there is vaseline all over the screen but the New3DS XL one are clear.
StrikerObi
Member
So UPS says my Majora New 3DS XL is arriving on Monday, which is pretty sweet since I paid for value (5-10 day) shipping. I guess it pays to live relatively close (Tallahassee FL) to their warehouse in Kentucky.
TO THE C-NUB!
Any first hand impressions using this yet? Is it viable for FPS gaming?
Dear god don't tell me that they still have problems with screens scratching themselves after 3 generations of 3DSs.
Ingueferroque
Banned
The lack of adapter is so stupid. Bestbuy doesn't even have the official charger listed? Even for the 3ds model.
I'm not about to buy some third party charger..
$17 on Amazon, haha. Wow.
Edit: Can anyone please recommend a good 64GB card on Amazon?
I'm not about to buy some third party charger..
$17 on Amazon, haha. Wow.
Edit: Can anyone please recommend a good 64GB card on Amazon?
DrROBschiz
Member
oh, they improved the color balance? Never played 2D mode on my xl because it looks like someone took a piss on the screen.
DrROBschiz
Member
Yes but if you did it right you just redownload the game off of the eshop
And yes it IS stupid
Nintendo's Network and Account system is a joke
Ingueferroque
Banned
Can someone please recommend a good 64GB card on Amazon?
webkatt
Member
So we know the PPI on the new 3ds is slightly lower than the original (og) 3ds
How does the new XL PPI compare to the current XL
As long as you don't link an NNID with the new system you can redowwnload the game after the transfer. The transfer merges the licenses, but deletes everything on the new system
I havent done this personally yet, but i've read a few guides and the process should delete the game from the microsd. Then you'll be able to redownload it from your download hystory in the eshop.
I went to walmart yesterday and just went by to check if they had one to grab and they only had a 3rd party car charger available. If they aren't going to bundle it they should at least be stocked in the stores and easy to buy. I might just buy a refurb from nintendo for 5 bucks.
Ingueferroque
Banned
Me_Marcadet
Member
Yes, you don't have this filter (wich I assume was caused by the pixel barrier) going on and off when switching between 3D and 2D mode.
It's the same pixel density, I'm talking about the screen clarity, not one linked to the resolution or pixel density.
It works pretty well for camera control or a slow paced fps (like an RPG or adventure game), but I can't imagine playing a shooter with the thing.
Yeah I preordered it on impulse but the black in person looks sleek and pictures don't do it justice.
I can't tell if you like Majora's Mask or not. LOL
You are definitely ready.----
Why wouldn't Nintendo release faceplates for the XL? I still don't understand this decision either. (Shelf space, yada, yada). Sell them online. Etc.
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OHHHHH LUCKY. I think I wanted a MH4 unit but didn't get there in time, so got the Black one.
Mel
TheOnlyOneHeEverFeared
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Sure gamestop is doing the regular XL for 240. Apparently argos will have some tomorrow, but no price as of yet.
Thanks OP, used your guide for my transfer. Was prepped and it finished in a matter of minutes.
Woo! The Skull Kid figurine is pretty rad.
Exact same thing. The only difference is that the colors on the new model seem deeper and more vivid.
Woo! The Skull Kid figurine is pretty rad.
Exact same thing. The only difference is that the colors on the new model seem deeper and more vivid.
DrROBschiz
Member
If thats the case just call UPS ahead of time and work something out with them
Waylon Drums
Member
Ugh, I didn't think of that...
webkatt
Member
Seems like you're right. Pulled this from another thread
NoA, gimmie non-XL! and why did PPI drop from 132 to 120?
That's exactly how it's done, as shown in the 3DS manual. Just copy everything from the card to your PC, then all those files on your PC to the new card. The game files themselves are encrypted but the system doesn't care about what card they're on.
1. Take old SD card out of 3DS and plug it into your computer.
2. Copy the "Nintendo 3DS" folder to your computer.
3. Eject old SD Card out of computer and put in the new larger capacity SD card in computer.
4. Transfer Nintendo 3DS folder from computer to the new larger SD Card.
5. Place that card in your Nintendo 3DS.
You are good to go. I literally did this last night.
Screen is bigger on n3DS as opposed to the original
screen went from 3.5 to 3.88
digita1alchemy
Member
Gamestop just shipped my Monster Hunter N3DSXL. It's happening you guys!
StriKeVillain
Banned
It might be.
I would avoid Best Buy as it seems they might not even have enough to cover their in-store pre-orders.
I would look at Target - the earlier the better - and Toysrus as a backup.
Bill Rizer
Member
just in case any euro gaffers are considering the orange cover plates.
Where did you buy them? I wanted the plain red ones for my black n3DS, but apparently Nintendo isn't going to sell them in Europe, which is nonsense as usual. I just don't feel the various themed cover, just wanted red on black
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Deleted member 752119
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Yay! Got my shipping confirmation for my Black N3DS XL for delivery tomorrow via UPS My Choice.
I'd ordered instore on Monday and the clerk said it should come Friday. But when I got home I saw it was value shipping with estimate of late Feb-Early march. I called support and the rep couldn't change it in the main system, but was able to upgrade it in the secondary system. But she said their was a chance that could cancel the order or not go through. But it worked, and I'll get it tomorrow and didn't have to pay for overnight shipping.
No e-mail or order status update on website from Gamestop yet.
I'd ordered instore on Monday and the clerk said it should come Friday. But when I got home I saw it was value shipping with estimate of late Feb-Early march. I called support and the rep couldn't change it in the main system, but was able to upgrade it in the secondary system. But she said their was a chance that could cancel the order or not go through. But it worked, and I'll get it tomorrow and didn't have to pay for overnight shipping.
No e-mail or order status update on website from Gamestop yet.
Package arrived today; I'd ordered the Blue XL + MM3D SE bundle from the online store. Haven't had a chance to unpack it, but the Skull Kid's in with it; thought it might have had to come separately.
However, I'm sure there was meant to be an adapter in the bundle, and I don't appear to have one unless it's tucked away in one of the other boxes. It's not a huge problem - I have others - but it's certainly a surprise.
However, I'm sure there was meant to be an adapter in the bundle, and I don't appear to have one unless it's tucked away in one of the other boxes. It's not a huge problem - I have others - but it's certainly a surprise.
Thanks folks!
I was hoping it was that easy, but after hearing all these issues crop up I was starting to have my suspicions, lol.
Sirolf
Member
Yup i've done it,it's clunky but it works.