Should I switch to a New 3DS XL?

[cosmic-latte]

I've been debating whether or not to switch over for some time now. I'm currently on my second 3DS, which is the limited edition blue Pokemon X and Y 3DS XL. If I sold my current one, would it net a good amount of money? And more importantly, if I've only had the system for a little over a year, is it worth the switch?

 

[Karminny]

I plan on jst getting a N3ds and keeping my current 3ds ((Mickey Mouse)). With 2 systems, you can trade btwn yourself, or for acnl, visit yourself and stuff like that

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If I were you, I would at least keep your limited edition one, just incase you ever need to send the N3ds to the shops or something happens to it, assuming you get the N3ds

 

[a potato]

Since you already have an XL (that works fine I'm assuming), I do not recommend upgrading. There really isn't much difference between the old XL and new XL, so there's not really a point to do so now. If they release a game exclusive to it that you really want then I suggest getting it. But other thanthat, the new features are nice but not to die for.

 

[cosmic-latte]

I plan on jst getting a N3ds and keeping my current 3ds ((Mickey Mouse)). With 2 systems, you can trade btwn yourself, or for acnl, visit yourself and stuff like that

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If I were you, I would at least keep your limited edition one, just incase you ever need to send the N3ds to the shops or something happens to it, assuming you get the N3ds

Hmm, that's a good idea and I would probably do that if money wasn't a main concern for me.

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Since you already have an XL (that works fine I'm assuming), I do not recommend upgrading. There really isn't much difference between the old XL and new XL, so there's not really a point to do so now. If they release a game exclusive to it that you really want then I suggest getting it. But other thanthat, the new features are nice but not to die for.

Makes sense. Unfortunately, the new Xenoblade game will only be playable on the new 3DS, so I guess I'll just be patient and wait until a newer system comes out.

 

[Heartcore]

I wouldn't upgrade. But that's because I would wait until a new limited edition system came out that I HAD to have. And right now, most 3ds & XL systems are going for next to nothing, considering everyone is purging theirs to get the new XL. I don't plan on ever upgrading to the new 3ds unless an amazing special edition console comes out. I'm happy with my 3ds.

 

[Astro826]

If I were you, I just wouldn't upgrade my 3DS. Unless they release some New 3DS exclusive that is an absolute must have, there really isn't much of a point. Even with Xenoblade Chronicles it's not worth it. Actually, I see some people who want to buy a New 3DS for Xenoblade (like a friend of mine who wants it just so they can play Xenoblade), but it's just a waste of money in the end. Why would you pay $200 (+ tax) and then another $40 (+ tax for the game as well) just so you can play Xenoblade Chronicles? You could just buy the Wii version (i'm assuming you have a Wii or a Wii U) for $60 - $100 (depends on who you buy it from, really). The new features in the New 3DS don't add much to actual games either, other than improved loading times and better 3D. The only game i'd see the c-stick actually improving would be Monster Hunter 4 Ultimate (maybe Resident Evil and Kid Icarus, though I think they're fine as is) since that game practically requires two analog sticks, but you can live with the touch screen and be fine.

Overall, i'd recommend you not purchase the New 3DS, especially if you just bought a Pokemon 3DS XL a little over a year ago. I'm in the same situation, too, where I bought the ACNL 3DS XL a little over a year ago (I got it in December 2013), but i'm not going to buy a New 3DS since I love my ACNL 3DS XL and my ACNL 3DS XL is working perfectly fine.

 

[JCnator]

While it's never a bad idea to upgrade your old 3DS XL to New 3DS XL, it isn't exactly an essential purchase. That can easily wait until your next birthday or Christmas comes. This is especially true for a system being considered as a stop-gate system, lasting a year or so depending on how the company planned with its lifespan.
For example, DSi, the stop-gate system of the line of DS lasted a year since its North American launch before the original 3DS was announced on E3 2010. Therefore, it is very possible for a new handheld that isn't just another 3DS revision might be announced in a year or two. Come to think of it, it's been almost 4 years that the original 3DS was released worldwide and their sales numbers still don't even compare to the monstrous success of the DS line of handhelds.

There's been a lot of stories of defective New 3DS XL models in the Internet, meaning that you should have around 4 out of 5 chances to have one that has every component working perfectly as advertised. There's a small chance that your C-Stick might not work properly when trying to input down. At this point, waiting for a new color, a new limited edition or even the smaller New 3DS model would be wiser.

Even though Nintendo stated that they're working on several New 3DS titles, Xenoblade Chronicles 3D is the only one that will be out around April 10th. The C-Stick, ZR and ZL buttons can be used in every game that are compatible with Circle Pad Pro, although there aren't many of these games at the moment. Select games can be even enhanced with the New 3DS's faster processor, in which will load even faster and might even support amiibo without the need of a portal-like peripheral. And before you think that you can't play DS titles anymore, any New 3DS model is compatible with those games as well, so are the DSiWare apps.

The other enhancements of the New 3DS are improved 3D with the aid of face-tracking camera, automatically-adjusting brightness, and the admittedly sluggish microSD wireless data transfer to your Windows 7 and 8 PC. Audio speakers are noticeably improved when it comes to the sound clarity compared to the older models. The ergonomics are also noticeably better on both small and XL models, as they all have the face buttons flat as opposed to rounded.

Keep in mind, if you really want any New 3DS model, you'll need to have a Philips #0 screwdriver with its cross-shaped bit and invest on a larger-capacity of microSD card if you have downloaded well over 4GB worth of data. These tools will not only make swapping microSD cards possible, but you'll be also able to transfer everything with your PC, which is significantly faster than going with the extremely slow wireless transfer route (at the rate of 2GB per hour).

 

[oranges_ate_you]

Get rid of the pokemon one it was ugly anyway, time for the new one!