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The 3DS XL isn't portable
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Those aren't remotely the kinds of pants I wear and I can fit it in my pocket with my phone just fine.Of course the New 3DS XL is portable.
I'd put it on my lap and Id be at home lol
Sorceror12
Member
Problem solved OP, just get an og 3ds and the mk7 wheel attachement and you are golden.
Yea, which is why you're opening post probably could've been articulated better...considering we've gone a full page now. I get where you're coming from though, I actually get hand cramps from holding it for extended periods. I can't really comment on it vs. the Vita
PeakPointMatrix
Member
Then you shouldn't have purchased the XL model...? I don't understand the problem here. You bought the bigger version of a handheld and complain that it's big? I'm confused. Why not trade it in for an original 3DS?
Problem solved OP, just get an og 3ds and the mk7 wheel attachement and you are golden.
You're kidding, right? That's even more ridiculous and unwieldy for being out of the house
Professor Beef
Banned
OP do you wear skinny jeans? Are you a hipster? Is that why you don't like the second screen? If Nintendo made a plaid 3DS would you be first in line?
Nintendo didn't give me that choice with the new version. I would trade this in for the standard n3ds if I could
Wolf Akela
Member
I don't know about you OP. My Vita is definitely longer and thicker than my 3DS XL. I feel less comfortable putting my Vita in my pocket because the sticks are exposed. I don't have a slim, but the the difference is only 2-3mm.
They're both dusty because all my portable gaming time is spent on MH4 on my N3DS.
They're both dusty because all my portable gaming time is spent on MH4 on my N3DS.
Cave Johnson
Member
There's always the 2ds. Your 2nd screen issue is automativally resolved
ShockingAlberto
Member
I don't think you know what words mean.
GiantBreadbug
Member
I take mine almost literally everywhere. I use one of those terrycloth reversible pouches that was on Club Nintendo.
Edit: These are the ones. Though they were meant for DSi my XL fits perfectly.
Pop it in the pouch and put it in a coat pocket or backpack. Worst case just carry the pouch by the strings.
And it's not that heavy. I play in public comfortably all the time.
Edit: These are the ones. Though they were meant for DSi my XL fits perfectly.
Pop it in the pouch and put it in a coat pocket or backpack. Worst case just carry the pouch by the strings.
And it's not that heavy. I play in public comfortably all the time.
GKSilKamina
Member
But it's perfectly portable. I use small purses and it fits snugly inside each and every one. My XL goes with me everywhere.
Owning both a Vita and a 3DSXL, I.. have no idea how you could find the Vita easier to play on the go. Sure, it's a little bit big for pockets, but at least you don't have to worry about scratching up the screen, or messing up the sticks. Also, they're like the same weight...
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Diggeh
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Ingueferroque
Banned
Of course it is?
I mean, in a bag. Right next to my Vita!
Vita is easier because it feels sturdier/has no floppy second screen. The 3DS also has no problems scratching itself up even when used normally and by closing the second screen. And unless I am completely crazy, the OG Vita weighs noticeably less than the 3DSXL (just balanced each)
I mean, in a bag. Right next to my Vita!
Vita is easier because it feels sturdier/has no floppy second screen. The 3DS also has no problems scratching itself up even when used normally and by closing the second screen. And unless I am completely crazy, the OG Vita weighs noticeably less than the 3DSXL (just balanced each)
Adam Prime
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That's a fuckin great gif!
Adam Prime
hates soccer, is Mexican
Why won't Nintendo get rid of the useless second screen?
Edit: it's not about transporting it (backpack works fine). It's just not comfortable to play in tight spots and it's also too heavy IMO
I kind of see what the OP is saying here. The NXL is pretty large and the glossyness makes me not want to bring it anywhere in fear of scratching. The Vita on the other hand is very portable, sticks and all. Too bad the Vita game catalogue is a joke.
Clearly the winner here is Standard n3DS.
Clearly the winner here is Standard n3DS.
Standard N3DS is GOAT. OG is ... Eh. Not good.
Screamapillar
Member
I'm going on a trip and was debating which handheld to pack. Vita slim won pretty easily even though I've been playing the n3DS XL a lot more recently.
The thing is a monstrosity and I'd rather not deal with it at the airport or on a plane. The vita is just more comfortable to play on the go
Why won't Nintendo get rid of the useless second screen?
Edit: it's not about transporting it (backpack works fine). It's just not comfortable to play in tight spots and it's also too heavy IMO
Use a regular 3DS?
Pinko Marx
Banned
Portable hasn't meant "fits in your pocket" for a long time now.
Sparkedglory
Member
Works fine for me. I can put it in my pocket with no major issues
Elfforkusu
Member
Laptops feel like a chore outside of sitting down. The hell are you smoking OP?
//ARCANUM
Member
what is this thread lol.
the vita is not more portable than the 3DS XL. you can close the 3DS XL so it is flat on both sides. it will fit into just about any pocket unless you wear the skinniest of skinny jeans. the vita has two thumbsticks protruding out. You can't really put that in your pocket unless you want the thumbsticks poking into your body or poking out of your pockets (and potentially getting damaged).
this thread is just silly.
look, I wish NA got the regular sized 3DS as well, but it is seriously not *that* much smaller than the XL and saying that the vita is more portable is laughable.
the vita is not more portable than the 3DS XL. you can close the 3DS XL so it is flat on both sides. it will fit into just about any pocket unless you wear the skinniest of skinny jeans. the vita has two thumbsticks protruding out. You can't really put that in your pocket unless you want the thumbsticks poking into your body or poking out of your pockets (and potentially getting damaged).
this thread is just silly.
look, I wish NA got the regular sized 3DS as well, but it is seriously not *that* much smaller than the XL and saying that the vita is more portable is laughable.
Reptars Revenge
Member
OP let me see a pic of those baby hands. Vita and XL are the perfect size for me.
emperorspride188
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OverturePT
Member
It isn't? What the fuck am I putting into my jacket inside pocket and bringing out to play at my friends house?
Haint
Member
Saw the thread title and would have bet you $1000 the OP was going to be a mobile splooge fest about how easy it is to carry a 2mm phone in your pocket. Then I actually read it and LOL'ed heartily when I got to PS Vita. Hoo'boy you gotta be pretty high to make a thread about PS Vita with those gangly ass analog sticks being a benchmark of portability.
Storm Kyleis
Member
One common trick is to close the lid when you put it back in your pocket.
Ingueferroque
Banned
Gangly ass? Fuck is this shit. Vita is high quality, solid hardware with a fantastic screen and build quality. Nothing about it is gangly-ass. What are you talking about?
I am loving my 3DSXL, but damn every time I switch to Vita I'm sad that there is such a big difference between the two.
WhiteRabbitEXE
Member
Me: 6ft, 162 lbs, regular fit jeans. I theoretically could stuff an XL in my pants, but it would be very difficult and would probably lead to damage to my console.
You know how those sticks are...well sticking out? Yeah, putting that in any pocket is a bad idea. I doubt they were talking about quality but how they get in the way.