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I believe it. I was saying it in the announcement thread, but I have faith that Nintendo has learned their lesson when it comes to region locking handheld devices.
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Nintendo reveals the "New Nintendo 3DS" and "New Nintendo 3DS LL"
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I believe it. I was saying it in the announcement thread, but I have faith that Nintendo has learned their lesson when it comes to region locking handheld devices.
I wish I could be this optimistic. Not only I'd buy one day zero (which is happening regardless), but I'd buy a ton of Japanese games.
MasterSheen
Member
Why? I don't think Nintendo's done our said anything to make that believable?
Brawly Likes to Brawl
Member
Why? I don't really recall Nintendo saying or doing anything that would indicate that they've changed their stance back.
i doubt it
Zeyphersan
Banned
Because it's a long ways off. It's coming out in October in JP, but not until 2015 in NA and EU
Astral/H3X
Member
If it IS region free, that makes my decision so much easier. BUT, I'll wait until we find out either way. I doubt it, but it would make a very nice bonus.
Well if they aren't going to ship it for this year they're going to stay quiet about it as it'll only work as a deterrent for holiday season purchasers.
Nostremitus
Member
If it's region free, I may import for the first time ever...
That doesn't make any sense though... The same people who would see an NA or EU Direct and tell everyone about it, thus affecting sales, already know about it... and are telling people about it(and already reporting on it)... and are already affecting sales just as much as they would with a local direct... There's absolutely no reason for NOA and NOE to act as though they don't know anything about it.
That doesn't make any sense though... The same people who would see an NA or EU Direct and tell everyone about it, thus affecting sales, already know about it... and are telling people about it(and already reporting on it)... and are already affecting sales just as much as they would with a local direct... There's absolutely no reason for NOA and NOE to act as though they don't know anything about it.
This is Nintendo, so I seriously doubt it, but TBH I sincerely hope N3ds is region free, I'm still sad till this day that I can't play games like SRW UX, Ex trooper, and Gundam on my 3DS XL
SkullHydra
Member
I would definitely import if it's region free. That would make me extremely happy, and I would finally catch up with some Japanese games like Ouendan.
I think you're underestimating the general gaming apathy of the market, and parents.
ActStriker
Member
He tweeted it. He's that guy that does the Nintendomination videos.
He is the one who did that awkward New 3DS spec video, right? Weren't those details wrong? Any reason to assume his region-free information is correct?
Thanks, Im guessing the tweet didnt say much, or give where he heard it?
Man it would suck if people import off just this tweet and it ends up being locked. Im sure we will get a clarification before too long though.
Darryl M R
Member
So do I now try to sell my 3DS XL to Gamestop and hold off until the new update?
ActStriker
Member
That doesn't sound very believable.
Zeyphersan
Banned
Well I wouldn't sell it now, you're gonna wanna system transfer to the new one I assume?
Looks like Famitsu got to try out the console... can someone translate some choice excerpts? Article.
Edit : Dengeki Online too!
Edit : Dengeki Online too!
Team Top Hat
Banned
If the new 3DS is region free, then so should all the other 3DS'. It's literally a software switch.
Pennywise83
Banned
Indeed.
In particular when considering the fact that the existence of New 3DS and New 3DS XL did not leak at all, unlike many previous revisions (DSi, 3DS XL, 2DS).
BodiesWithoutOrgans
Member
if it was region free and i imported one would the e-shop only japan ? or could i change it so i can get to the european 3-shop
Nostremitus
Member
Not really, do you think a local direct would affect that apathy? The news that a new 3DS is on the horizon is already known to the people who track Nintendo Directs. I don't see how a local one would change anything other than keeping NOA and NOE from looking like they have their heads in the sand. At the moment they just look terribly mismanaged by not acknowledging it's existence.
i really hope it's region free, as i can't wait until 2015
time to get into MonHun...
i really hope it's region free, as i can't wait until 2015
The smaller N3DS
I will trade my LL to a normal N3DS, the new bigger screen seems big enough.
HUELEN10
Member
OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG OMG! I am totes getting DSi-vibes from this thing!The smaller N3DS
HYPE!
KojiKnight
Member
Even if N3DS is 'region free'... does that mean all games? Or just N3DS games? Consider the fact that PS3 is region free, but BC models will not play out of region PS2 games.
Also take into consideration we KNOW region locking on the regular 3DS is merely a software block that could easily be patched out. Why not patch it out of the old 3DS as well then?
I wouldn't count on region free.
Also take into consideration we KNOW region locking on the regular 3DS is merely a software block that could easily be patched out. Why not patch it out of the old 3DS as well then?
I wouldn't count on region free.
Starwolf_UK
Member
Come on Doshin the Giant HD.
This if it was region free the country list in the system settings would have all countrries on it (this is what determines eShop access, literally you can't access the Japanese eShop on a US 3Ds as you can't change the country to Japan) on it and you would be able to use English menu too. Unless they do a weird thing where carts are region free but everything remains the same (I'd think they would go big or go home).
Also if it was region free they would have to allow for multiple NNID uses to be active as the current 3DS only allows one and NNID locks you into a single country.
I seriously doubt both things are happening as I think both things are needed and multiple users they would have talked about already.
Jo Shishido's Cheeks
Member
Damn I really don't know if I'm gonna downsize.
I love the XL primarily because it makes playing DS games back in their true ratio tolerable.
It's just way to bulky to carry around though.
Plus dem plates.
But the smaller one has a ridiculous bezel around the top screen which doesn't look great.
Hmmmm.......
I love the XL primarily because it makes playing DS games back in their true ratio tolerable.
It's just way to bulky to carry around though.
Plus dem plates.
But the smaller one has a ridiculous bezel around the top screen which doesn't look great.
Hmmmm.......
the androgyne
Member
My wife can read it, she skimmed Famitsu article - they think the 3D viewing angle is incredible and it's also much clearer for a second person looking over the shoulder, even though Nintendo hasn't said so explicitly. They say the new stick & trigger buttons are well placed and work good but comfort will depend on hand size. When comparing the two, they say it's hard to pick which is better, cause the LL is easier to hold and has bigger screens, but the regular is still bigger than the old regular 3DS, and much lighter. You could pretty much just infer most of that without an article
DaSorcerer7
Member
HUELEN10
Member
Okay, hype at maximum. New Nintendo 3DS looks nearly perfect. The only, and I mean ONLY flaw I see if the location of the place to attach a wrist strap; because it's on the back, you can't attach a strap AND use the charging dock at the same time. It's either/or, but dammit I can overlook that oopsie!
This is gonna be the best thing ever.
This is gonna be the best thing ever.
Sapiens
Member
The smaller N3DS
I will trade my LL to a normal N3DS, the new bigger screen seems big enough.
Gah, it's perfect. How will noa mess it up!? Lime green and hot pink options only!
i really hope it's region free, as i can't wait until 2015
Damn, please someone fast forward the time. The New XL looks beautiful... Y_Y
HUELEN10
Member
ATXAlchemy
Member
Big question. (Probably has been discussed already, but 40+ pages for me)
Why is it New Nintendo 3DS and not Nintendo New 3DS? I saw the logo, and it does indeed look more like New Nintendo 3DS (New is above Nintendo).
Actually, the problem is probably bigger than that.
When you say "This is my New Nintendo 3DS", I don't think the listener will be able to identify whether you're talking about a brand new plain (old) Nintendo 3DS or a New Nintendo 3DS.
"Hey, sir, would like to buy a New 3DS?"
"No, I already got a 3DS." (and he only has plain old 3DS)
Edit: This isn't a problem in Japanese context, but in English, it is.
Why is it New Nintendo 3DS and not Nintendo New 3DS? I saw the logo, and it does indeed look more like New Nintendo 3DS (New is above Nintendo).
Actually, the problem is probably bigger than that.
When you say "This is my New Nintendo 3DS", I don't think the listener will be able to identify whether you're talking about a brand new plain (old) Nintendo 3DS or a New Nintendo 3DS.
"Hey, sir, would like to buy a New 3DS?"
"No, I already got a 3DS." (and he only has plain old 3DS)
Edit: This isn't a problem in Japanese context, but in English, it is.
My wife can read it, she skimmed Famitsu article - they think the 3D viewing angle is incredible and it's also much clearer for a second person looking over the shoulder, even though Nintendo hasn't said so explicitly. They say the new stick & trigger buttons are well placed and work good but comfort will depend on hand size. When comparing the two, they say it's hard to pick which is better, cause the LL is easier to hold and has bigger screens, but the regular is still bigger than the old regular 3DS, and much lighter. You could pretty much just infer most of that without an article
aww yissss