Looks like this but Better!
If you haven’t already heard, Nintendo 3DS is the new Wii and the new Avatar (sorry James Cameron).
Since June of last year, when the 3DS was revealed at the E3 convention, people have been all abuzz over this little gaming device that has the gaming world taking notice and giving Nintendo the spotlight once again.
In the recent years, the DS and the DS Lite wasn’t really considered to be a hardcore gaming device and was typically branded as a casual gaming rig. Now Nintendo wants to change all that with the Nintendo 3DS. A powerful device that can show you eye popping 3D without those goofy looking glasses.
Nintendo 3DS Specs and Details
In the way of giving a true gamer an experience that makes it worth the retail price of $249.99, there are a lot of features that the person will notice are a carry over from previous incarnations of the gaming system. There are a lot of different aspects that a person that has gotten accustomed to the DS line will quickly recognize as being better on this version.
One thing that will be an obvious new addition is the three cameras that are included with the device, two of these are an external camera while one is an internal. Take note that this is a 3D camera which can take your own 3D Videos. This is one of the major improvements that Nintendo has made. This improvement is considered to be one of the crowning achievements for the people at the manufacturer.
You won't be needing this anymore!
Unlike previous models the 3DS offers more functionality in a smaller package. The entire unit is only around 8 ounces in total weight. This makes carrying it around a lot easier, and more convenient for a user that truly loves their games. When it came to the top screen, there were some massive improvements that make this model a lot more desirable to a user.
The larger 3.53-inch widescreen LCD display, allows a user to enable the 3D mode without the use of special glasses for game play this is possible with the 800×240 pixel resolution. This resolution has made arrangements for each eye to have 400 pixels; this is how the 3D effect is able to be accomplished without the glasses.
The Nintendo 3DS will have a 2GB card that will be available to be used. This is unfortunately the highest of a card that will be recognized by the system. There is talk of this being changed in the next improvements. The 2GB will still be plenty for even the most hardcore of gamers to store all their games and still have plenty of room left over.
One area that also has seen massive improvements is the wireless capacity of the 3DS. There is the option to connect to a LAN server, or if you and your friends are close by, the ability to connect wireless to the others that are around you and your system. This is the one area that many players had been demanding for years and the people at Nintendo actually listened and made the needed adjustments.
Link in Eye Popping 3-D
There are definitely plenty of reviews of the system that all point to one central thought. The boys at Nintendo got it right with this version. All of the improvements that people for years have been demanding are finally in one central location.
The graphics are way better than they previously had been. There were some reports that it’s even better than the Wii and as the screenshots show, it’s totally better than the PSP. The controls are not as clumsy for a person to use and they included the new Analog controller which they call the “Slide Pad”. This was a problem before that many users complained about to the maker saying that it was not natural to play games with.
Nintendo 3DS Games
The ability to connect with other users wirelessly is a huge advantage that the 3DS has over the previous models. As there is a lot more stable connection and there is not as easily the chance of interference to break your connection. This allows for you and your friends to go head to head on many of the popular titles that are available for the system.
Notice how it POPS OUT of the screen?
Speaking of titles, there is a big support for third party games in the 3DS. It’s amazing how many game developers are on board this project. Famed Hideo Kojima is making another Metal Gear Solid: Snake Eater 3D for the 3DS. Capcom’s Resident Evil Revelations is in the works and Kingdom Hearts 3D is also being developed by Square Enix and Disney. It’s certainly going to be big.
Not to mention the Nintendo in house titles that are being developed as well such as the RPG game Paper Mario 3D, the fun and exciting Mario Kart 3D, the cute and enjoyable Animal Crossing 3D, the multi-awarded pet simulator Nintendogs + Cats and the almost perfect game The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D. These games are just the tip of the iceberg as a lot more 3DS games are being developed. Check the entire 3DS games list that is being developed as we speak.
Bottom Line for the 3DS
So bottom line for the Nintendo? They have really outdone themselves yet again. Although, I still cannot say that this device is perfect but looking at the line up of games, it’s processing power and it’s features, I can say it’s almost close.
This is the first time I already personally preordered a nintendo 3DS myself. After taking the world by storm with the very innovative Wii, they’re doing it again with the Nintendo 3DS. I think it’s pretty safe to say that the console wars is over and Nintendo has won hands down.
Are you getting this baby? I know I am.
So what are you waiting for? Buy one now from Amazon before it’s too late. The Nintendo 3DS was already SOLD OUT in ONE DAY when it launched in Japan. I’m pretty sure it’s going to be the same here and we will have a shortage once it comes out. You don’t want to buy this at double/triple the price from those hoarders from eBay. Buy the 3DS now from Amazon.
Alternatively, you can check out the list of games and availability of the Nintendo 3DS in Amazon
hi there your are right i am very exited about nintendo 3ds games movies 3d web browser 3d youtube
Hey James! Yes indeed. The 3DS is one hell of a handheld. Pretty powerful (Maybe not as powerful as the NGP but also not as expensive!) Other than the power – the 3D effects is definitely a big plus for me. Most importantly, what’s the use of a great and powerful system if there are no good games on the system?
The 3DS wins on this one. The awesome support of third party games alone is enough reason for me to buy this system! I’m very much looking forward to Zelda OoT, Metal Gear Solid, Kingdom Hearts, Paper Mario and Resident Evil Revelations.
On top of that – the Nintendo 3DS will also be able to stream Netflix! Talk about WIN!
Ahh i Can’t get one i’am hoping to win your competition i have
entered 50 to try to win one i’am so exited to see who won I’ve
been asking people on Facebook to like your page!
Hi,
Can you tell me if this 3DS is a game system my 6 yr old daughter would enjoy?
Thanks :)
Yes.that is a good question and i think that your daughter will really enjoy the 3ds. i want to buy one too. so i personally think that your daughter will really enjoy the console. hope she enjoys it!!!
There hasn’t been anything telling us that YouTube or any other site (since they were not specifically programmed for 3D) will be in 3D they probably won’t be.
can it play vidz cuz on the psp 3000 u can not
Goodness. I’m very excited about this! Nintendo did a great job! Can’t imagine how awesome this device is going to be.
Looking at the games (http://e3.nintendo.com/3ds/) is getting me more excited!
Yup! Already preordered mine! Got the blue one! Pretty excited about it!
u r so hot ;}
Oh I’m getting this just for the friggin Zelda OoT!
I’m having a hard time choosing what color to order! Please help!
What do you guys think is the better one? Black or Blue?
Hey Deither. I personally pre-ordered the Cosmo Black 3DS. It looks way cooler for me and I’m just a dark kind of person.
Depends on what you like but if you like both of them – just go with the Black! :D
Oh if i win i can’t wait to see vampires in 3d(p.s i’am probbaly not gonna win because i entered 50 competitions this year for
a nintendo and lost them all)
I’m getting comsos black!
I like use black can better see screen or don’t want to show dirty on 3ds. I’m kind dark person too. If you like very color person it’s up to you. Good luck :o)
I for one, are getting the aqua blue 3ds, because to me it looks cooler with two colors. CAN”T WAIT!!!
Ahh that is true aqua blue does look pretty awesome!!
i personally think that you should get a life but you should choose at random because they are all really cool and exciting ! Have fun deciding and also GET A LIFE PLEASE !
Uhm…… What is wrong with you? Why are you telling others to get a life? Take your own advice, retard.
Anyways, the 3DS is pretty awesome. I for one settled on the black. Man does this bad boy look sweet!
yeah cosmo black and yeah some boty shized the bed this morning (rachel the retard)
So lets get started first get a life second it doesnt matter what colour you get they are all pretty coool ITS NINTENDO 3DS FOR CRYING OUT LOUD but i would personally get blue because it stands out and third of all nice helping you trying to decide but GET A DAMN LIFE !
You are obviously either four years old, or are developmentally challenged. Why are you harping on someone excited about obtaining a new system?
Cosmos Black FTW!
Hey it actually does matter maybe she wants to get a colour that
she can stick to sometimes Nintendo 3ds or dsi looks bad in the
other colours!
wrong person!
message on yours Rachel is a moron is actually for Rachel
Definitly black the blue just looks to plain!
I got a blue 1! The Black is 2 plain since the top scresn is black. Wish the Flare Red 3DS came out.
I’m getting orange and black
BLUE
BLUE PLZ CHOUSE BLUE
I REALLY LIKE THE BLUE ONE. BUT THE BLACK ONE WOULD BE JUST FINE WITH ME. BUT I PREFER THE BLUE ONE. IT LOOKS COOL AND ALL.
LOL
cosmo black !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I’m definatly getting this on launch day I already have mine preordered! But I only see one flaw the launch games don’t seem that great. . . :(. I’v already preordered Kid Icarus: Uprising and Mario Kart and I want Legend of zelda: Oot. I don’t want to but a launch game and it ‘s bad any idea what launch game I should get.
Hey Kid Icarus Fan Girl! I agree that the Launch games aren’t all that exciting but I suggest getting the Super Street Fighter IV for your first game. It looks to be the best out of all of them.
That’s what I personally preordered. I already ordered my 3DS (got the blue) but It doesn’t make sense ordering one without a game so I went ahead and preordered Street Fighter IV and Nintendogs! :)
Hope that helps you decide! :)
those are the 2 games i bought
um super mario bros looks kinda cool!
It’s very good.
thank you.
HIYA, Kid Icarus Fan Girl. I would make SSFIV my first game due to the fact that they have a weak line-up (disappointing, isn’t it). I got the Cosmo Black (I always seem to get black colored handhelds for some reason) Can’t wait for the heavy hitters like zelda OoT 3D, KH 3D, RE: The Mercenaries 3D, and Etc to come out after E3 2011. XD
This 3DS review says the 3DS can be used for 3D High Definition movies.
Is that right, because my friend said ti wasn’t possible and it wasn’t even high definition.
i wish i could get it. it looks cool but i cant get it untill christmas.iv waited 1 year just 4 it to come out:(
DARN! THATS REALLY SUCKS!!!
My brain can hardly comprehend the Nintendo 3DS – it’s amazing, but children are going to screw up their eyes!! O_O
I’m getting cosmos black, and preordered mine. however, I might go to my nearest Hasting’s instead (get it faster). I didn’t get a game with it (outta cash when I pre-ordered). Been waiting a year and a half for it. Played one today (or yesterday) and it was AWESOME! the wait is becoming even more unbearable. SSF4 3DE is really good btw. Anyway, gotta fly!
I am so excited to have one of those! Good thing I’m First Honor every year and I get something every year! Last year, I got the Nintendo Wii! And this year, I’m going to get the Nintendo 3DS! It’s like a save of money if you buy it instead of collecting DS Lite, DSi and 3DS. You can play DS and DSi Games on the 3DS!
Wow Jamira! Congratulations for being on the honor roll in your studies! I’m sure you will be rewarded very well! :D
Also, great point on going directly to the Nintendo 3DS. You can play all the games for the DS and DSi anyways and best of all is that you’ll have the slide pad (analog stick) for easier controls! :)
Yeah i know you can play the same games on Nintendo that you can on wii except a little twist the Nintendo you can play anywhere
and the wii only at home!!
I pre ordered the black one too late so Im getting it on Friday instead of Sunday. It’s a huge bummer.I pre ordered street fighter also. I am so excited to see that game in 3D. I have to wait a whole five days longer. It has consumed my life! WHYYYYYYYY?!
Tell me about it i ordered mine today and ill have to wait Tuesday – Saturday (with amazon uk)
Thanks for the great review – really helpful. Gonna buy one now.
The bf and I both got a 3ds, I got the black and he stuck with the blue. We got street fighter and lego star wars so far, they’re both have amazing graphics, their sound is amazing, and pretty much just everything about the system is great.
Can’t wait for Kingdom Hearts and Zelda OoT!
yayy zeld
I have a 3DS, and I put in my 8GB SD card that I had in my DSi and it worked fine!
Going to get this now. Can’t wait for Zelda and Cave Story!
We just got it two days ago, and haven’t had time to fully test, but out of the box the system works great and is a blast to play with. My 10-year old has been playing it for two days and he is still on the games that come with the system. He has played one old DS game, and that worked fine.
Had mine preoreded and got it on lauch day Also picked up Pilotwings. Love it well worth the money.
If anyone wants to add me to friends list here is my number
3780 9018 1089 and my name on my 3ds is TwistedVic
Hey Vic add me! FC: 240651495674 Name: Jerry
Hey, I have a DSi XL 25th anniversary Mario edition and I was wondering how much of a credit gamestop would give me? Cause I REALLY want a 3ds, especially since they’re making a OoT f
For it. Anyways, any suggestions?
Unless you are a really sentimental person and don’t want to part with that special edition ds (Which may actually be worth a lot as a collectors item) I suggest you trade it in for a 3ds. Still, I have a dsi and I’m not going to get a 3ds until the price drops a bit. If you want to wait I would suggest being patient. Although, it is hard to wait when the 3ds is so awesome. Well, I’ll be waiting before I trade in my ds. You could either wait like me, you could just trade it in, or you could just buy a 3ds anyways and save you special edition ds until it is worth a lot.
Oh, and about how much credit gamestop will give you: Gamestop is a tyranical monopoly you will get pretty much nothing from them. DOWN WITH GAMESTOP!!!
Agreed. I think I’m gonna wait, they only offered me 100 dollars off. Which is total bs!
I have got a cosmos black 3DS and I was blown away with it, I have got Asphalt 3D and despite it’s bad reviews it is a really good game. I would recommend this mind blowing machine to anyone (over 6!)
im getting one on april 28th(my bday)im getting a blue one,cant wait!
I am still going to wait for the revision of next 3ds which i am sure it will,
still waiting for improvements for Battery life, SD card slot improvements, and also until more games to be released, though i am planning to get this on August
Im getting one for my birthday and it will be awsome. sugeston get the black one and I know a freind who has a blue one and another freind who has a blue one and the blue one doesn’t look as good as it seems.
At first I thought the 3DS was rubbish due to the specs, but I tried one out in a shop yesterday, and was left gobsmacked. The AR games are so much fun, and I can’t wait for developers to really get to make commercial games like these. Imaging working through a Zelda dungeon using AR … I think I just wet myself.
oH JANEY MACK NINTENDO IS BRILL THEY HAVE EVERYTHING LIKE IMAGINE ONE LITTLE HANDHELD HOLDING ALL THAT INFORMATION AND YOU CAN BRING IT ANYWHERE THAT IS TOTAL GOOD1
YEAH I KNOW IMAGINE YOU OWNING THET GLORIOUS PIECE OF MACHINERY!
Yeah i know you can play the same games on Nintendo that you can on wii except a little twist the Nintendo you can play anywhere
and the wii only at home!!
Every-body i recommended Nintendo products
wii is part of nintendo
um the 3ds does support more than 2 gb sd cards…
I WANT THIS SO BAD!!!!!!!!!!!!! ██
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Ii want that please I am crying for nintendo 3ds
3ds looks really good ive heard loads of good reviews and even played on a friends 3ds personally i want red.
Biggest disappointment I’ve had in a long, long time.
They (nintendo) pushed back the release dates for most 3ds games by about a year. Canceled the one I was looking forward to the most and created a surprisingly closed system. What I mean by that last statement is unlike the psp you can not simply connect the system to a computer and put what ever photos, videos, or files on it.
I chose nintendo over getting the new psp as I’m a big fan however I deeply regret this purchase and would advise people to look at the original psp 1000 or practically anything instead. I know this sounds harsh but my list of grievances gos on but i’ll stop here as I don’t wish to make this post any longer.
Now of course if you want to buy it just so you can see 3d then this is your system!
Wow 3DS looks awesome oot looks awesome and Mario 3D land graphics look just like Mario galaxy graphics for the wii if not better! Can’t wait I’m getting the aqua blue, DSI to 3DS was a HUGE jump! :) merry Christmas
!!! And happy thanksgiving!
i want one but i dont know if the picture will be all that good
It has epic graphics, i recommend it! the pictures taken are in 3d and netflix is also in 3D :D
dis 3ds suk
flame red is where its at! itll b great. what games should i get?
ANIMAL CROSSING:CITY FOLK
I REALLY WANT THAT GAME!!!!
YOU SHOULD CHECK THE REVIEWS FOR THAT GAME.
OR ANY MARIO GAME CAUSE THERE ALWAYS GREAT.
HOPE THIS HELPED YOU PICK OUT A GAME
1.i think u shoud get fossil finders for the ds its pretty lageit
2.mario kart or even mario bros for the 3ds
3.super street fighter
4.zelda OoT
5.pokimon black and white
and thats what i think X)
ppls respond!
I WANT TO GET A 3DS. BUT SHOULD I GET IT OR NOT?
cosmo black and flame red r thr best aqua blue sucks BOO but cosmo black is where its at im geting one in 2 days
and when u get one update it and get the app called poki dex if u like pokimon or not its still pretty interesting
when i get my 3ds what apps shud i get
im gettin 1. so excited
the girls are so sexxxy;}