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New 3DS or New 3DS XL?
- Thread starter meanspartan
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I now have both, and I'm leaning towards keeping the XL despite the faceplates and coloured buttons of the non-XL.
Side by side the screen on the smaller version is definitely sharper and, at least on my unit, a bit warmer, which I like.
But the XL is just so much more comfortable to hold for me.
Check out those scan lines in the green letters on the XL!
Glossy as f. Looks gorgeous.. until you touch it.
May as well put up a pic of mine:
Its nice until you realize that the underside gets more and more slippery and greasy as you play it, even if you wash your hands every bloody time you play.
As soon as a matte bottom cover plate becomes available as a spare on ebay, I am switching it over. Literally my only complaint about my New XL.
Solid SOAP
Member
It is that bad? How would you replace the bottom plate if they released a replacement?
My ultimate 3DS would be the weight and thickness of the DSi XL with the same matte finish and with the large screens of the n3DSXL but the colored buttons of the n3DS and some insane high res, like 640 x 480 lololol and move the analogue stick back down a bit so it's in line with the face buttons on the right. No, move the face buttons up a but so they're in line with the analogue stick on the left, that'd be more comfy.
By taking it off? lol
You have to remove the bottom plate to get to the SD on both versions. The entire underside plate comes off, as this photo I just took of my EU unit shows:
It's fully replaceable.
Bwana Whiskey
Neo Member
NoA made this decision for me so XL it will be. Very thoughtful of them to save me all of the money I would have spent on faceplates.
Good idea, I suppose it won't be long before people start making unofficial cover plates for the New XL
TheSlySoul
Member
That is the one I got ordered. Cannot wait.
stopthenadness
Neo Member
This is as good a place as any to ask but I was wondering which out of these two choices I should go for.
Option A: Get a normal 3DS XL (or maybe even one refurbed from Nintendo) and get 2-3 games or..
Option B: Go straight for New 3DS XL and get one game.
This is from the stand point where I'm moving from Vita to the family ...
Any other suggestions?
Option A: Get a normal 3DS XL (or maybe even one refurbed from Nintendo) and get 2-3 games or..
Option B: Go straight for New 3DS XL and get one game.
This is from the stand point where I'm moving from Vita to the family ...
Any other suggestions?
My New Nintendo 3DS XL is without a doubt the best Nintendo handheld I have ever owned, and the improved 3D effect makes the original 3DS XL seem absolutely broken by comparison.
Yeah, consider staying away from the XL. Coming from the Vita the pixel density of the nXL will blow your mind and not in a good way.
Effigenius
Member
Same here, except I am getting one because I was able to get a pre-order in. Without that though, I wouldn't be.
And how is that an option in America?
Get the N3DS XL. Trust me, unlike many others I own one and can fully vouch for the 3D effect being something you do NOT want to miss.
They're better in the sense that it takes less time to start them up/exit them, as well as have better 3D effects. For Super Smash Bros for 3DS, you can also use Miiverse on New 3DS XL.
Games that used Circle Pad Pro support the C-Stick too.
Some non-exclusive games are also enhanced in various ways (amiibo support, camera control, etc).
But other than that (like improved framerate), nothing else
I am playing through it on both my DSi XL and N3DS Xl right now funnily enough
DSi comes out on top obviously, but the N3DS is damn close.
Just import it like the rest of the forum did. It's worth it, I can't wait to return my XL but this 7 day system transfer bullshit has fucked me and I can't take back until I've done a transfer.
The Sarcastic Dude
Banned
Good 'ol fucking NoA made the decision for us Americans. :/
I was a bit troubled over wether I would get a N3DS XL, a N3DS, or keep rocking my golden ALBW XL as well, but then I received an invitation to the Ambassador Party. I was afraid the screen would be too small (don't take me wrong it IS smaller and it FEELS smaller), that I wouldn't handle the grip and that my e-penis wouldn't shrink, due to a "downgrade" (yeah, this is a factor too, hell, you ARE downgrading)... But, I ended up biting. And I must say, it is awesome.
The 3D effect is absolutely awesome, my o3DSXL's 3D effect bored me right away, I had to keep tilting my head to adjust the images, and I had to avoid any movements (well, this is just normal, but pausing a game to scratch your head/nose/ears/whatever itched, was stupid), so I turned it off, and would occasionally turn it on. Now I seldom turn it off.
Also the screen, being bigger than the OG shows some scanlines due to the lower pixel-density, but nowhere near as much as the XL model. Faceplates having textures seems like a very good idea as well, I can't wait to get a wood/felt textured one for the bottom plate.
TL;DR: On the one hand, switching from a XL to a N3DS is daunting, but not as bad as you might think. It is vastly different, but not worse. Switching from an old model to a New model, on the other hand, is nothing but the right choice, if you can spend the money (maybe reselling your old model).
Damn, even Persona Q, a game that never struck me as a having a particularly great 3D effect is even more awesome now.
The 3D effect is absolutely awesome, my o3DSXL's 3D effect bored me right away, I had to keep tilting my head to adjust the images, and I had to avoid any movements (well, this is just normal, but pausing a game to scratch your head/nose/ears/whatever itched, was stupid), so I turned it off, and would occasionally turn it on. Now I seldom turn it off.
Also the screen, being bigger than the OG shows some scanlines due to the lower pixel-density, but nowhere near as much as the XL model. Faceplates having textures seems like a very good idea as well, I can't wait to get a wood/felt textured one for the bottom plate.
TL;DR: On the one hand, switching from a XL to a N3DS is daunting, but not as bad as you might think. It is vastly different, but not worse. Switching from an old model to a New model, on the other hand, is nothing but the right choice, if you can spend the money (maybe reselling your old model).
Damn, even Persona Q, a game that never struck me as a having a particularly great 3D effect is even more awesome now.
I do like that the new regular 3DS looks more like a DSi/Lite than the original 3DS did. That was always a nice form factor to me. The problem with it on the original 3ds and the new regular 3DS is that the presence of the analog slider forces them to put the Dpad in a terribly uncomfortable position.
Tidus_Great
Banned
3ds xl
bigger screen is better.
bigger screen is better.
I reckon the presence of the dpad forces them to put the analog slider in an uncomfortable position.
stopthenadness
Neo Member
Is that so? I guess I'll bite the bullet and get me a n3DS then. Hoping it'll be worth it!
Is that so? I guess I'll bite the bullet and get me a n3DS then. Hoping it'll be worth it!
It is. Original 3DS 3D effect feels broken in comparison
I cant believe some people are considering compromising the user experience for faceplates and colored buttons.
What you are saying is a matter of preference.
I for example do not share your view and it would be a folly to assume everyone should.
Cool. Can I see photos of your n3DSXL and your n3DS side-by-side?
I haven't got a N3DS regular but I have used one courtesy of a mate at game who has an ambassador model.
Don't be a dick. Not everyone needs to share your opinion.
Dude, it's like 70 grams difference. Even a child should have no problems with that. Some people like glossy finish, some don't. DPI complaint is valid, but I'd take bigger screen and lose some DPI any time of day. Not to mention that many people say that XL is more comfortable to hold.
Exactly, it is a matter of preference and its childish to assume everyone would immediately share the same opinion you do. I wouldn't expect that of me, nor should anyone else of themselves.
Hey man, you were the one boasting earlier about your XL that "unlike many others you own one" so presumably your opinion should be worth more than theirs, but when I actually own BOTH you want to get snippy about me putting my opinion forward?
It's cool, you bought the XL and you like the XL. I bought both and I prefer the non-XL, but why you gotta get all snippy and bitch about my personal preference just because you don't agree?
It's 70 grams more on a system that's already too heavy for its size and poorly balanced.
I put my opinion forward as an opinion where as yours was a definitive statement.
Whatever, not worth arguing. I'm in too much pain to give a shit.
Hey man, you were the one boasting earlier about your XL that "unlike many others you own one" so presumably your opinion should be worth more than theirs, but when I actually own BOTH you want to get snippy about me putting my opinion forward?
It's cool, you bought the XL and you like the XL. I bought both and I prefer the non-XL, but why you gotta get all snippy and bitch about my personal preference just because you don't agree?
edit: Wtf? You've posted like 10000 times in this thread telling everyone what to think, I make a couple of posts to the contrary and you call me childish for what? Tell the nurse to go a bit easier on the painkillers genius.
Another one bites the dust/ignore list. Sorry, I don't want to argue. Not worth the hassle.
Sorry for the language. I apologize.
Smash was the first time I've sat and played a DS for a long period and it was awful. So I'm definitely going with the XL when the New 3DS is out.
I can see myself putting a lot of time into Monster Hunter and Majora's Mask and I don't want the headache from the tiny screen. To be honest I'm not sure what Nintendo was thinking going with a screen that small.
I can see myself putting a lot of time into Monster Hunter and Majora's Mask and I don't want the headache from the tiny screen. To be honest I'm not sure what Nintendo was thinking going with a screen that small.
User 479360
Banned
My XL arrived and I finally opened it today, after going out and getting a charger. It's my first XL of any Nintendo DS variation. In fact, I've only used an XL a couple of times at events.
As my name suggests, I'm paranoid about my stuff due to OCD. I fear breaking everything I touch. And something is bothering me/making me curious here.
When I opened the system and set it up, the top screen opened to where it was upright. I left it like that, because it seemed like the hinges were pretty stiff and I didn't want to put too much pressure on them or break them.
Now, obviously, the thing is supposed to move into a flat position.
Is this normal? Should I just try putting a bit more pressure on it until it changes position?
As my name suggests, I'm paranoid about my stuff due to OCD. I fear breaking everything I touch. And something is bothering me/making me curious here.
When I opened the system and set it up, the top screen opened to where it was upright. I left it like that, because it seemed like the hinges were pretty stiff and I didn't want to put too much pressure on them or break them.
Now, obviously, the thing is supposed to move into a flat position.
Is this normal? Should I just try putting a bit more pressure on it until it changes position?
Yeah, that's fine. Every model after the OG can click into three different positions. Just push it a bit further.
addyb
Member
Question for fellow UK gaffers in the house. I'm wanting to stick a pre order in but not sure where. At the moment I've only decided on the XL and don't know which colour yet or what game to get with it. Any decent deals anywhere. I've only come across zavvi that bundle majoras mask for £199.
Question for all. Never played MM or any MH game before. I'm having a hard time deciding between them.
Question for all. Never played MM or any MH game before. I'm having a hard time deciding between them.
I'm not from UK, but I can give you a few hints. So far, the best EU price for N3DS, charger and MM is on Amazon FR. For some odd reason, Amazon UK doesn't even take preorders for N3DS.
Regarding limited editions, no EU Amazon takes preorders yet, but several have them listed. Getting MM edition might prove to be a difficult task because they are mostly sold out or too expensive.
I can't tell you which game is better because I haven't played either yet, but I know that when it comes to MH, you should be prepared to invest a lot of hours in it (I'm talking 100+). I've preordered MM (looks great and the hype got to me), although I plan to get MH4 later.