Author Topic: So with the release of 3DS XL, should I finally give in and get one? (Read 14571 times)

SantaC · « **on:** July 11, 2012, 03:53:49 PM »

Or is Nintendo screwing the "early" adopters with yet another revision (with the extra analogue built in) not so far into the future? 3DS XL PLUS

HMMMMMMMMMMM

I want one for Castlevania (though the game looks like shit)

demi · « **Reply #1 on:** July 11, 2012, 03:59:49 PM »

archnemesis · « **Reply #2 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:01:44 PM »

I ordered one an hour ago.

SantaC · « **Reply #3 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:04:39 PM »

Quote from: demi on July 11, 2012, 03:59:49 PM

Yes

is Paper Mario coming out this year?

tiesto · « **Reply #4 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:08:01 PM »

I want one really bad, but it looks like the all-black one won't be available at launch

Stupid Nintendo.

Verdigris Murder · « **Reply #5 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:18:45 PM »

Uh. Maybe no.

The next proper iteration is just around the corner. That said, the 3ds is the most powerful three dimensional handheld out there.

Cerveza mas fina · « **Reply #6 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:25:20 PM »

3DS is pretty lame though, in general, no revision will make it more powerful.

Buy a Vita.

TakingBackSunday · « **Reply #7 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:35:44 PM »

lol vita

Cerveza mas fina · « **Reply #8 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:36:33 PM »

Wipeout is better then anything on 3DS.

demi · « **Reply #9 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:42:04 PM »

I have it on PS3.

Cerveza mas fina · « **Reply #10 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:47:13 PM »

Good point Demi but whats there on 3DS that you havent played 50 times already on every other Nintendo platform since the SNES?

Mario Kart? Zelda 64? Mario Bros? Mario Tennis?

Beezy · « **Reply #11 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:51:05 PM »

Quote from: SantaC on July 11, 2012, 03:53:49 PM

I want one for Castlevania (though the game looks like shit)

Sounds like a great idea.

demi · « **Reply #12 on:** July 11, 2012, 04:51:37 PM »

Quote from: Premium Lager on July 11, 2012, 04:47:13 PM

Good point Demi but whats there on 3DS that you havent played 50 times already on every other Nintendo platform since the SNES?

Mario Kart? Zelda 64? Mario Bros? Mario Tennis?

Resident Evil & Kingdamu Hearts

frod · « **Reply #13 on:** July 11, 2012, 05:33:56 PM »

vita

Raban · « **Reply #14 on:** July 11, 2012, 05:38:57 PM »

Quote from: demi on July 11, 2012, 04:51:37 PM

Quote from: Premium Lager on July 11, 2012, 04:47:13 PM
Good point Demi but whats there on 3DS that you havent played 50 times already on every other Nintendo platform since the SNES?

Mario Kart? Zelda 64? Mario Bros? Mario Tennis?

Resident Evil & Kingdamu Hearts

Don't forget Kid Icarus!

HyperZoneWasAwesome · « **Reply #15 on:** July 12, 2012, 03:10:14 AM »

I want one so I can play another practically identical Professor Layton game, and also what might be the only/best high budget 3DS game to come out in America (RE:Revelations).

cool breeze · « **Reply #16 on:** July 12, 2012, 10:42:51 AM »

Ignoring the same old Nintendo properties, there are lesser known but cool games on the 3DS. And if you want the same old Nintendo games or ports, there are more quality games.

If you think you can justify spending (the price of the 3DS XL) for the games you're interested in, why not. If there is another revision, we're talking a year away and probably not a "XL" version. If you want the big screen, all you gain from waiting is a meager price drop or whatever holiday bundles/deals roll out in November/December.

bork · « **Reply #17 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:02:08 AM »

Neither handheld is "on fire" at the moment. The 3DS XL "relaunch" has NSMB2...and that's it.

It's a sure bet that there will be another 3DS model released later on, but I wouldn't let that stop you from getting an XL. Check the releases and see if it really seems worth it. Same with the Vita.

archnemesis · « **Reply #18 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:12:37 AM »

Quote from: Linkzg on July 12, 2012, 10:42:51 AM

Ignoring the same old Nintendo properties, there are lesser known but cool games on the 3DS.

Which games are these? I already have Shadow Wars and Theatrhythm sitting in my shelf, and I was also planning on picking up Pushmo.

cool breeze · « **Reply #19 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:25:01 AM »

Shinobi, as mentioned above (don't know about Rhythm Thief--didn't like the demo). Pushmo is a quality puzzle game. I picked up Sakura Samurai this past weekend and it's fun. (If you don't have a PSP) Crush.

...I didn't say there were many 'lesser known but cool' games.

Well, you could include Cave Story and VVVVVV too if you want portable versions. I played both on PC.

archnemesis · « **Reply #20 on:** July 12, 2012, 11:36:35 AM »

I've been eying Rhythm Thief and I'll look into Shinobi.

Eel O'Brian · « **Reply #21 on:** July 12, 2012, 12:12:39 PM »

my advice is don't pay full price for a 3ds xl or a vita, their time on this earth will be very limited compared to their predecessors

you could always wait a bit and see if they drop the price or run bundle deals for the original 3ds, unless you really have your heart set on the larger screens

Momo · « **Reply #22 on:** July 13, 2012, 07:44:05 AM »

I also want to throw this out there: MercurySteam can suck my nuts

Shaka Khan · « **Reply #23 on:** July 13, 2012, 07:54:02 AM »

I'm indifferent about the Castlevania game, unless it's deeply connected to LoS, in which case I hope it sucks. I don't feel like playing that turd.

cool breeze · « **Reply #24 on:** July 13, 2012, 08:56:09 AM »

has anyone played Mighty Switch Force? is it a good game or is it Wayforward's usual M.O.?

Shaka Khan · « **Reply #25 on:** July 13, 2012, 09:27:21 AM »

It was my first Wayforward game, so I'm unaware of their M.O. (I'm going to assume it has something to do with 16bit style over substance).

I thought it was ok-ish, nice mechanics and all, but on the short side. Unless you go for perfect scores/times, I don't think it's worth the asking price. I heard they released some free DLC, though. Just keep in mind that it's a puzzler first, a platformer second. Oh and barebones presentation. It's kinda built like an iOS game, really.

Tasty · « **Reply #26 on:** July 13, 2012, 09:35:16 AM »

I'm still on the fence and don't know what I should do. $:-\$ First world problems.

In any case I know I'll have one before Luigi's Mansion 2 comes out, but how far before is anyone's guess...

cool breeze · « **Reply #27 on:** July 13, 2012, 09:42:48 AM »

Quote from: Shaka Khan on July 13, 2012, 09:27:21 AM

It's my first Wayforward game, so I'm unaware of their M.O. (I'm going to assume it has something to do 16bit style over substance).

I thought it was ok-ish, nice mechanics and all, but on the short side. Unless you go for perfect scores/times, I don't think it's worth the asking price. I heard they released some free DLC, though. Just keep in mind that it's a puzzler first, a platformer second. Oh and barebones presentation. It's kinda built like an iOS game, really.

Well the reason I ask is because this weekend it's half the normal asking price. And yes, Wayforward generally makes shallow/poor games with great presentations.

Probably a pass, then. From videos it looked like the main gimmick is taken from Mario Galaxy's switch levels. Maybe not a pass, then.

another random question: is it true you can't copy save data between systems? so if I get a 3DS XL in the future, I can transfer my game but not the save data?

Trent Dole · « **Reply #28 on:** July 13, 2012, 12:30:18 PM »

Quote from: Momo on July 13, 2012, 07:44:05 AM

I also want to throw this out there: MercurySteam can suck my nuts

Joe Molotov · « **Reply #29 on:** July 13, 2012, 01:57:10 PM »

Quote from: Andrex on July 13, 2012, 09:35:16 AM

I'm still on the fence and don't know what I should do. $:-\$ First world problems.

If I buy my second 3DS before you even buy one, I'm gonna ban you from this forum.

Cerveza mas fina · « **Reply #30 on:** July 13, 2012, 02:04:39 PM »

Quote from: Oscar the Grouch on July 12, 2012, 04:13:06 AM

You'd have to be pretty dumb to buy a Vita at this point in time. Dying or not, it won't be staying at its current price terribly far into the future.

I guess you're right. It's just so nice though.

Tasty · « **Reply #31 on:** July 13, 2012, 02:36:43 PM »

Quote from: Joe Molotov® EDGE™ on July 13, 2012, 01:57:10 PM

Quote from: Andrex on July 13, 2012, 09:35:16 AM
I'm still on the fence and don't know what I should do. $:-\$ First world problems.

If I buy my second 3DS before you even buy one, I'm gonna ban you from this forum.

You don't have the grapes.

demi · « **Reply #32 on:** July 13, 2012, 10:10:50 PM »

I know u aint talkin like that to my chubby hubby

cool breeze · « **Reply #33 on:** July 14, 2012, 01:04:18 AM »

Quote from: Oscar the Grouch on July 13, 2012, 10:39:19 AM

that's right. games transfer over, saves do not.

That's a shame. Good thing Mighty Switch Force is only about an hour long!

It's actually pretty(,) fun for what it is. I've maybe played half an hour or so and there are only four levels left. Feels iOS-ish, shallow fun; reminds me of Gravity Run. If that Wii U HD one is a fully baked game it could be great.

SantaC · « **Reply #34 on:** July 21, 2012, 03:17:06 PM »

I just booked one, and i am trading in my dslite which means i only have to pay half for a 3DS XL...nice.

Tasty · « **Reply #35 on:** July 21, 2012, 04:19:52 PM »

I read the Verge's preview and now I kinda want an XL. But I also want the CP Pro. Decisions. :'(

archnemesis · « **Reply #36 on:** July 21, 2012, 05:09:06 PM »

There is a circle pad pro coming for the XL. Can't you get that one instead?

demi · « **Reply #37 on:** July 21, 2012, 05:40:08 PM »

CP Pro is disgusting on the OG model. 3DS XL will get you so much pussy you'll turn gay.

Tasty · « **Reply #38 on:** July 21, 2012, 09:51:20 PM »

Quote from: archnemesis on July 21, 2012, 05:09:06 PM

There is a circle pad pro coming for the XL. Can't you get that one instead?

I know it's "coming" but who knows when, they have even released shots of what it looks like. I want to be able to use a CCP from the first day I get my 3DS.

I hope LM2 supports it.

Tasty · « **Reply #39 on:** July 21, 2012, 09:55:49 PM »

Quote from: demi on July 21, 2012, 05:40:08 PM

CP Pro is disgusting on the OG model. 3DS XL will get you so much pussy you'll turn gay.

Is that a desired outcome?

I guess as long as I stay a top it'll be OK.

SantaC · « **Reply #40 on:** July 22, 2012, 03:08:33 PM »

so is super mario 3d land worth it or not?

Tasty · « **Reply #41 on:** July 22, 2012, 03:21:29 PM »

Quote from: SantaC on July 22, 2012, 03:08:33 PM

so is super mario 3d land worth it or not?

There's a 99% chance it's going to be better than NSMB2 at least, and some people in my OT said they liked it better than the Galaxy games.

SantaC · « **Reply #42 on:** July 22, 2012, 03:36:38 PM »

no jrpgs on 3ds yet right? And yeah I played Abyss already. (hint, noire as my avatar)

demi · « **Reply #43 on:** July 22, 2012, 03:40:12 PM »

Plenty of JRPGs on 3DS. Just in Japan.

Takao · « **Reply #44 on:** July 22, 2012, 03:53:19 PM »

Quote from: Oscar the Grouch on July 13, 2012, 04:37:20 AM

I also want to throw this out there: SantaC, you are the worst kind of fan there is. You've complained so many times about MercurySteam and their brand of Castlevania, you've publicly pined for IGA's return, and when the Lords of Shadow 3DS was announced/shown you had nothing but terrible things to say about it. All of which is fine, in my books. But now you're going to buy it? For real?

I can understand buying MercurySteam's first CV game, after all, we didn't know how they would fare, but you didn't like it at all. You've been very loud about that. And now you're going to go ahead and buy the next one, even with you thinking it looks bad and is not the direction you want the series to go. You're complaining as loud as you can but giving Konami your money all the same.

People like you are why the publishers think they can do whatever the damn hell they want. Get some frigging dignity.

I don't even know SantaC but

demi · « **Reply #45 on:** July 22, 2012, 04:07:51 PM »

Anyway here's some RPGs that are currently out:

- Devil Survivor Overclocked
- Tales of the Abyss
- Heroes of Ruin
- Kingdom Hearts

Stuff coming to America:

- Fire Emblem
- Code of Princess (not sure this is really an RPG)
- Unchained Blades (eShop only)

Japan only:

- Bravely Default
- Dragon Quest Monsters 1 Remake
- Beyond the Labyrinth
- Project X Zone
- Rune Factory 4
- SMT Soul Hackers
- SMT 4

SantaC · « **Reply #46 on:** July 22, 2012, 04:24:14 PM »

Quote from: Oscar the Grouch on July 13, 2012, 04:37:20 AM

I also want to throw this out there: SantaC, you are the worst kind of fan there is. You've complained so many times about MercurySteam and their brand of Castlevania, you've publicly pined for IGA's return, and when the Lords of Shadow 3DS was announced/shown you had nothing but terrible things to say about it. All of which is fine, in my books. But now you're going to buy it? For real?

I can understand buying MercurySteam's first CV game, after all, we didn't know how they would fare, but you didn't like it at all. You've been very loud about that. And now you're going to go ahead and buy the next one, even with you thinking it looks bad and is not the direction you want the series to go. You're complaining as loud as you can but giving Konami your money all the same.

People like you are why the publishers think they can do whatever the damn hell they want. Get some frigging dignity.

comes from a SEGA fanboy, ouch.

bork · « **Reply #47 on:** July 22, 2012, 04:49:24 PM »

Quote from: SantaC on July 22, 2012, 03:08:33 PM

so is super mario 3d land worth it or not?

Yes.

Huff · « **Reply #48 on:** July 22, 2012, 05:23:22 PM »

Quote from: SantaC on July 22, 2012, 03:08:33 PM

so is super mario 3d land worth it or not?

Most of the levels were really great and clever, just don't expect any real challenge unless you choose not to use select items

tiesto · « **Reply #49 on:** July 22, 2012, 07:44:26 PM »

Quote from: demi on July 22, 2012, 04:07:51 PM

Anyway here's some RPGs that are currently out:

- Devil Survivor Overclocked
- Tales of the Abyss
- Heroes of Ruin
- Kingdom Hearts

Stuff coming to America:

- Fire Emblem
- Code of Princess (not sure this is really an RPG)
- Unchained Blades (eShop only)

Japan only:

- Bravely Default
- Dragon Quest Monsters 1 Remake
- Beyond the Labyrinth
- Project X Zone
- Rune Factory 4
- SMT Soul Hackers
- SMT 4

Nice... there's also Etrian Odyssey 4, not sure if it's been confirmed yet but it probably will be. And that pirate ship Rocket Slime game which I really really want

demi · « **Reply #50 on:** July 22, 2012, 07:49:04 PM »

Woops, I swear I had EO4 listed, guess I deleted it. But that is Japan only for now.

You can assume that most Atlus games will make the jump, so I wasn't sure to jump the gun and put EO4, SMT4, and SMT Soul Hackers as "coming to America"

Raban · « **Reply #51 on:** July 22, 2012, 07:57:40 PM »

Pilotwings Resort is $5 at your local Best Buy and its online shop, gogogogogogo

demi · « **Reply #52 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:00:02 PM »

Pilotwings is not online, its in-store pickup only.

Raban · « **Reply #53 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:03:25 PM »

THEN YOU BETTER GET OFF YO ASS

demi · « **Reply #54 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:19:23 PM »

Lol, not for Pilotwings.

Raban · « **Reply #55 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:24:42 PM »

Fuck Pilotwings, that's 40 Club Nintendo coins for $5.

Tasty · « **Reply #56 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:32:19 PM »

Bravely Default isn't coming to America? Wtf.

Quote from: Raban on July 22, 2012, 07:57:40 PM

Pilotwings Resort is $5 at your local Best Buy and its online shop, gogogogogogo

So is Steel Diver. Worth it?

DCharlieJP · « **Reply #57 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:37:14 PM »

Quote

So is Steel Diver. Worth it?

no

no no no no no no no no no no and no

demi · « **Reply #58 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:44:08 PM »

Quote from: Raban on July 22, 2012, 08:24:42 PM

Fuck Pilotwings, that's 40 Club Nintendo coins for $5.

I have over 2,000 coins. I'll pass, plus I already registered Pilotwings and Steel Diver.

Phoenix Dark · « **Reply #59 on:** July 22, 2012, 08:53:28 PM »

Fire Emblem tempts me, but I'll just waiting for another price cut

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Author Topic: So with the release of 3DS XL, should I finally give in and get one? (Read 14571 times)