Do you think that the new 3DS is worth the purchase?

[Danielkang2]

I winced at this. Don't tempt fate! They did it to the Wii when the WiiU came out. I have reason to believe that Nintendo will likely do the same thing for 3DS and N3DS. After all, that means truckloads more money for them with the forced upgrade. They might kill online services to 3DS eventually, too, just like they did the Wii back in May. Those who want to continue enjoying the new games may have no choice but to upgrade. It's crappy, but it's what big businesses and companies do---especially with electronics.

I highly highly doubt that's gonna happen with this console. The new 3ds is kinda like the dsi they make it so people don't have to wait soo long for the next real console coming out. Then they'd do this.

 

[8bit]

The New 3DS Worth It?

Just wondering, I am currently trying to get back into the gaming scene and I have recently found out about the New 3DS, but my question is, is it worth buying?

 

[Amissapanda]

This isn't really a question that I think anyone can answer at this time, outside of Japan. Those won't come out for most of us until next year some time.

There's speculation on whether the "leaked" specs are accurate or not yet, as well. So if I were you, I wouldn't make any decisions one way or the other yet. It would be wise to wait until more info about them is known/released.

 

[Kaiaa]

Australia did a Direct on it so if you want you can check it out and decide if you think it's worth it. I'll probably get it but only because I have the regular 3DS and wanted an XL, might as well get a New XL right!

 

[Trent the Paladin]

If you do not already possess a 3DS, future proofing would be ideal. The New 3DS is supposed to be of equal price of current 3DSes.

 

[JCnator]

A bit of my answer is actually copy-pasted from what I said in another topic.

For anyone who's willing to trade their old 3DS to the New models or just never owned any 3DS before, I think it makes a lot of sense to pick up any New 3DS model. [...]

If you've seen the actual price for the Japanese versions, you'll notice that they'll be most likely priced the same as the older 3DS models currently do. The standard unit will probably run you for $169.99 USD, while the XL variation will have you spending $199.99. Keep in mind that you might want to get a very tiny cross-shaped screwdriver to be able to remove the back plate of a New 3DS model and install a better microSD card capacity.

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If you're unsure of which model of New 3DS to pick, then think about that. Do you prefer compact design with interchangeable customized plates or would you rather opt for the larger screens and better comfort for large hands? If you're for the former, go with the standard New 3DS model. Otherwise, New 3DS XL will be your model of choice.

 

[spCrossing]

It has a C-Stick, the end.

 

[Nerd House]

Do the new 3DS play old 3DS games? Can I transfer my digital collection over to the new 3DS?

 

[Zuko]

No, they dont play old 3ds games because nintendo love losing money.

 

[Reindeer]

Do the new 3DS play old 3DS games? Can I transfer my digital collection over to the new 3DS?

No, they dont play old 3ds games because nintendo love losing money.

kek

It's all a matter of opinion. There's an entire thread where people give their thoughts on whether or not it's worth the purchase, located here.

 

[Cuppycakez]

No, they dont play old 3ds games because nintendo love losing money.

What? So they don't play New Leaf on them for example? If that's true that really sucks and I'm almost positive I won't be buying one.
Not really one to go buy games for one system then go buy the same exact game for another system I already have.

 

[Reindeer]

What? So they don't play New Leaf on them for example? If that's true that really sucks and I'm almost positive I won't be buying one.
Not really one to go buy games for one system then go buy the same exact game for another system I already have.

Either they're joking or they haven't been paying attention. I'm going with the first because the second option is kinda sad, especially considering Nintendo makes sure their systems are backwards compatible, and it's another 3DS, not an entirely new console. The entire 3DS library can be played on the New 3DS.

 

[Zuko]

Of cause I'm joking... Nintendo are money whores.

Unfortunately I sold them my soul when I was like 9

 

[Reindeer]

Of cause I'm joking... Nintendo are money whores.

Unfortunately I sold them my soul when I was like 9

Haven't we all? They'll never let us go.

 

[Christopaz]

I highly highly doubt that's gonna happen with this console. The new 3ds is kinda like the dsi they make it so people don't have to wait soo long for the next real console coming out. Then they'd do this.

This, just like the DSL was to the DS, and the DSi was to the DSL, oh wait they're just one generation.

Let's hope Nintendo sticks to a maximum of two type per generation, like 3DS and N3DS, then another new-gen handheld.

Good things come to those who wait, specially those who wait muuuuch longer. Gonna bail on N3DS.

 

[8bit]

Now the question is do I go Japanese or Australian? I feel like my credit card will be declined when trying to buy from a foreign e-shop.

 

[Ayaya]

Now the question is do I go Japanese or Australian? I feel like my credit card will be declined when trying to buy from a foreign e-shop.

You can buy japanese eshop cards in Playasia instead
Keep in mind it's still region-locked unless you already own a 3DS of your own region.

 

[JCnator]

From what I know, the Japanese eShop will pretty much accept any foreign credit card. I'm pretty sure that the Australian eShop won't likely support your American credit card.

If you're going for the Japanese version, I highly recommend you have some prior knowledge of the Japanese language if you don't like playing a guessing game on which button/command you'd need to press to progress. I recommend reading the OP of that neoGAF topic and see if you'd rather have a Japanese New 3DS over the Australian one.

 

[8bit]

From what I know, the Japanese eShop will pretty much accept any foreign credit card. I'm pretty sure that the Australian eShop won't likely support your American credit card.

If you're going for the Japanese version, I highly recommend you have some prior knowledge of the Japanese language if you don't like playing a guessing game on which button/command you'd need to press to progress. I recommend reading the OP of that neoGAF topic and see if you'd rather have a Japanese New 3DS over the Australian one.

I actually had my Wii region locked to Japan so I had some fun learning basic Japanese.

 

[Colour Bandit]

From what I know, the Japanese eShop will pretty much accept any foreign credit card. I'm pretty sure that the Australian eShop won't likely support your American credit card.

If you're going for the Japanese version, I highly recommend you have some prior knowledge of the Japanese language if you don't like playing a guessing game on which button/command you'd need to press to progress. I recommend reading the OP of that neoGAF topic and see if you'd rather have a Japanese New 3DS over the Australian one.

Thank you for the link, I'll be using it when I set up my Japanese N3DS since I'm not amazing with reading Japanese... I would have got an Australian N3DS but I couldn't find any that weren't super expensive... The majority of games I already have in Japanese I have an English copy of, so I'll get the general gist of what is happening...